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Cheap Flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg (NBO-JNB)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Nairobi to Johannesburg

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NBO-JNB
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Royal Air Maroc
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NBO-JNB
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JNB-NBO
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NBO-JNB
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JNB-NBO
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NBO-JNB
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NBO-JNB
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Expert advice for your flight from Nairobi to Johannesburg

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarisation of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
Kenya Airways

Kenya Airways offers seatback TV screens with 100 movies on many planes.


SkyPriority provides priority check-in and faster security lanes for premium passengers.

Read more about Kenya Airwaysby Ramsey Qubein
Airlink

Airlink offers a free checked bag up to 44 lbs, even on economy fares.


Airlink provides food and beverage service on all flights, including short ones.

Read more about Airlinkby Paul Rubio
Airports
NBO

For quick check-in, use self-service kiosks available for international flights via Kenya Airways, KLM, and Saudi flights at NBO.

Read more about NBOby Daniel Scheffler
JNB

Use the Gautrain for a secure and efficient transfer from JNB to Johannesburg suburbs like Sandton and Marlboro.

Read more about JNBby Jessica Macdonald
Our travel experts
Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on Kenya Airways

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Paul Rubio

Paul Rubio

Expert on Airlink

Paul Rubio

Paul Rubio

Travel journalist and photographer Paul Rubio is a Miami native (and current resident), who has lived in nine countries and traveled to 137. He is an expert in luxury travel, eco-travel, loyalty programs, hotels, airports and airlines. He is a contributing editor at AFAR, Condé Nast Traveler, LUXURY Magazine, and Palm Beach Illustrated.

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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on NBO

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on JNB

Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Nairobi to Johannesburg flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nairobi to Johannesburg?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Nairobi to Johannesburg, Monday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Sunday is the most expensive. Flying from Johannesburg back to Nairobi, the best deals are generally found on Sunday, with Saturday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is May, where tickets cost C$ 619 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and September, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 893 and C$ 831 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

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Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
High seasonDecember
Best time to beat the crowds (3% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.

When to book flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Nairobi to Johannesburg based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Nairobi to Johannesburg flights

  • Can I rent a car at Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport (JNB)?

    You can easily rent a car at JNB as it comprises agencies such as SIXT, National, Budget, Dollar, Alamo, Europcar, Thrifty, Enterprise, Payless, Tempest, Firefly, and Hertz. The process of renting a car is quite easy and fast, which promotes convenience. You will get the agency's counters at Terminal A.

  • Can I travel with an infant on Kenya Airways?

    You can travel with your infant onboard a Kenya Airways flight, provided your baby is below two years and a discounted ticket is purchased. The airline will provide you with a bassinet without any charges. Your infant need not exceed 24.25 lb to get a baby cot. The airline will assist with warming your baby meal if you carry one, and also it will provide an average baby meal.

  • Is Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) accessible?

    When traveling to JNB, there is no need to worry about your movement restrictions if you are disabled. The airport is equipped with wheelchair ramps and modified elevators containing Braille signs. Disable bathrooms can be found on all levels of terminals, and the telephones are easily accessible. JNB has disabled drop-off and pick-up sectors for domestic and international terminals.

  • Which terminal will I use when flying from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)?

    NBO comprises two terminals. Terminal 1 is subdivided into sectors; 1D is for domestic flights, while 1C, 1B, 1A, and 1E are used for international arrivals and departures. The second terminal, 2, is used for low-rate aircraft. The airline you choose will determine the terminal you use. For instance, if you fly with Kenya Airways, you will use Terminal 1A, while RwandAir, and Ethiopian Air, will use Terminal 1C.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Nairobi to Johannesburg?

    The Embraer 190 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Nairobi to Johannesburg flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Nairobi and Johannesburg, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Nairobi to Johannesburg?

    There are direct flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Nairobi to Johannesburg?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Johannesburg from Nairobi is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Johannesburg with an airline and back to Nairobi with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Nairobi to Johannesburg?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Johannesburg from Nairobi up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

  • When flying from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport (JNB), your layover destination will be determined by the airline you fly with. On a single-stop flight with Ethiopian Air, your layover may be in Lilongwe Intl (LLW), Blantyre Chileka (BLZ), or Addis Ababa Bole (ADD), while with RwandAir your layover will be in Kigali Intl (KGL) or Lusaka (LUN).
  • If you want to travel to JNB with an eco-friendly partner, then consider Kenya Airways. The carrier has initiated programs to help with protecting the environment, such as tree-planting drives. The airline chooses the optimal route and flight cruise level to promote sustainable fuel consumption and efficiency. Meals served on flights are eco-friendly as the ingredients are organic.
  • You can use a bus, taxi, or train to NBO from Nairobi City. The taxis are the more convenient and fastest way to reach NBO for your flight to JNB. Aboard one, you can decide to use the Nairobi Expressway Toll Road, which will take around 25 minutes, or Mombasa Road, which will be roughly 60 minutes.
  • NBO is a hub for Kenya Airways. If you’re set to fly with this airline, you will be treated to beautiful lounges while waiting for your flight at NBO. The airline has three different lounges, Pride and Simba Lounge, located on Level 2, Terminal 1A, and Terminal 1C.
  • When traveling from NBO to JNB, you can bring one bag not exceeding 22 x 15 x 8 inches on board RwandAir. The item should weigh at most 21 lb. While if you travel with Ethiopian Air, you are allowed two bags in business class and one in economy class. The items in Ethiopia Air should weigh at most 15 lb.

Prefer to fly direct from Nairobi to Johannesburg?

Find which airlines fly direct from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo

Monday

Airlink,Kenya Airways,Qatar Airways, +2 more

Airlink,Kenya Airways, +3 more

Tuesday

Airlink,China Eastern,Kenya Airways, +5 more

Airlink,China Eastern, +6 more

Wednesday

Airlink,China Eastern,Kenya Airways, +4 more

Airlink,China Eastern, +5 more

Thursday

Airlink,China Eastern,Kenya Airways, +5 more

Airlink,China Eastern, +6 more

Friday

Airlink,Kenya Airways,Qatar Airways, +3 more

Airlink,Kenya Airways, +4 more

Saturday

Airlink,China Eastern,Kenya Airways, +5 more

Airlink,China Eastern, +6 more

Sunday

Airlink,Kenya Airways,Qatar Airways, +3 more

Airlink,Kenya Airways, +4 more

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Direct returns

Johannesburg OR Tambo to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Monday

Airlink,China Eastern,Kenya Airways, +3 more

Airlink,China Eastern, +4 more

Tuesday

Airlink,China Eastern,Kenya Airways, +3 more

Airlink,China Eastern, +4 more

Wednesday

Airlink,Kenya Airways,SAUDIA, +1 more

Airlink,Kenya Airways, +2 more

Thursday

Airlink,China Eastern,Kenya Airways, +3 more

Airlink,China Eastern, +4 more

Friday

Airlink,Kenya Airways,Royal Air Maroc, +2 more

Airlink,Kenya Airways, +3 more

Saturday

Airlink,Kenya Airways,SAUDIA, +1 more

Airlink,Kenya Airways, +2 more

Sunday

Airlink,China Eastern,Kenya Airways, +4 more

Airlink,China Eastern, +5 more

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Top airline flying from Nairobi to Johannesburg

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Nairobi to Johannesburg. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Nairobi to Johannesburg? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.6
AirlinkOverall score based on 70 reviews
6.6Entertainment
8.5Boarding
8.0Food
9.0Crew
8.3Comfort
Airline reviews

Just an short flight. So it was great. Airlink is pretty good😀

8.0 ExcellentDaniel, Jan 2025JNB - WDH
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Just an short flight. So it was great. Airlink is pretty good😀

Airlink is my preferred airline for travel in South and Southern Africa. Upington international airport is small so check in and security screening is a breeze. Boarding is easy and the flight was good. Took a while to get the luggage at OR Tambo airport but all in all a nice experience

It was a great experience , it was quick and on time

this route is more expensive than you would expect. Boarding, disembarking was easy and fast. Cabin crew was friendly. Seats are small

The meal was excellent and well suited to a short journey.

Original flight was delayed due to technical issue. Very poor communication. The manager only appeared when we were climbing on board the plane.This resulted in us missing our follow on flight also with Airlink. No ticket issued from Skukuza and no assistance when we landed to address the issue. We had to make our own arrangements and go to their sales desk. Again they had no knowledge of the flight delay and of any passengers that had connecting flights. The lady (unfortunately with all the STRESS I have forgotten her name) at the counter was extremely helpful and is an excellent example of the type of employee Airlink need to promote and employ. Our luggage was in limbo due to all the missing information and assistance. We had to resort to buying extra tickets from South African Airways who were extremely helpful. I work at an airport so am familiar with its workings. I will infuture be looking for alternative flights.

Airline is the best airline experience I’ve ever had.

My flight was good no comments Crew members were good Flight on schedule even earlier at some point Thanks

Easy boarding, smooth flight, friendly and helpful attendants. As with every other airline, there isn't enough leg room to be comfortable. Food was adequate.

Easy short flight from Johannesburg to Harare. Boarding was slow, flight attendants were friendly. They did a meal service on this short flight, including wine, which was pretty cool.

Everything you need to know for your flight from Nairobi to Johannesburg

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Nairobi (NBO)
OR Tambo (JNB)

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