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Cheap flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg from R5 736

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 7/12. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
NBO — JNB
Dec 12 — Dec 191
1 adult
Tue 12/12
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How to find the cheapest flight from Nairobi to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Nairobi (NB0) to Johannesburg (ZA1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 8 December 2023.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Round-trip from

R28 969

One-way from

R7 629
High demand for flights, 10% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 4% potential price drop
From Nairobi to Johannesburg
One-way flight from Nairobi to Johannesburg

How far in advance should I book a flight from Nairobi to Johannesburg?

Find a great deal and save up to 58% by booking at least 59 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Nairobi to Johannesburg within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at R11 983.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Johannesburg?

Flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from Nairobi to Johannesburg in May, with the cheapest ticket starting at R5 906.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Johannesburg (NBO - JNB)?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg as you normally would.

Cheap Ethiopian Air flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Ethiopian Air for the route between Nairobi and Johannesburg. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
Find some of the cheapest Ethiopian Air flights travelling from Nairobi to Johannesburg. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.

Cheap Airlink flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Airlink for the route between Nairobi and Johannesburg. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
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Cheap Nairobi to Johannesburg flights in December & January 2023

Find cheap flight options from Nairobi to Johannesburg specifically for the months of December and January 2023. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Prices were last updated on 8 December 2023.
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Nairobi to Johannesburg 2023 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Nairobi and Johannesburg in 2023. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
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Direct flights to Johannesburg from Nairobi

Discover direct flight options from Nairobi to Johannesburg. Find direct flights with no stopovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore direct flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
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Nairobi to Johannesburg flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Nairobi to Johannesburg for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
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One-way flights to Johannesburg from Nairobi

Search for one-way flight options from Nairobi to Johannesburg. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
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Find flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.

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Any airport

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Any airport

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R9 484 - R13 421

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 1/2

1 stop12h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/2

1 stop7h 35m

R9 484

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 4/3

1 stop22h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/3

1 stop23h 45m

R9 692

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 1/2

2 stops6h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/2

1 stop7h 35m

R9 938

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 28/3

2 stops6h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/4

2 stops6h 40m

R10 033

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 1/2

2 stops6h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/2

2 stops6h 40m

R10 147

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 18/1

2 stops6h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 23/1

1 stop23h 45m

R10 430

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 1/2

2 stops10h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/2

1 stop13h 30m

R11 036

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 1/2

Nonstop4h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/2

Nonstop4h 05m

R11 983

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 3/3

Nonstop4h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/3

1 stop12h 30m

R13 421

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Average price of flights to Johannesburg by month

Plan your trip from Nairobi to Johannesburg by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Nairobi to Johannesburg is currently 5950.35 ZAR while a return flight costs 10684.97 ZAR. Price data was last updated on 3 December 2023.

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nairobi to Johannesburg (average of R81). Flying from Nairobi to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of R111). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

R1 760

February

R2 007

March

R1 931

April

R2 063

May

R1 533

June

R1 590

July

R1 817

August

R1 779

September

R1 893

October

R1 742

November

R1 723

December

R2 101

Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Johannesburg. Reviews last updated 8 December 2023.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Ethiopian Air, Airlink and Uganda Airlines from Nairobi to Johannesburg by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,8
Very Good
5 reviews

Comfort

8,8

Crew

8,8

Food

8,0

Overall

8,8

Entertainment

8,4

Boarding

9,2

Reviews

1 / 1

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

8,8
Very Good
5 reviews
8,8
Very Good
5 reviews

Comfort

8,8

Crew

8,8

Food

8,0

Overall

8,8

Entertainment

8,4

Boarding

9,2

Reviews

1 / 1

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

7,5
Good
125 reviews
8,8
Very Good
5 reviews

Comfort

8,8

Crew

8,8

Food

8,0

Overall

8,8

Entertainment

8,4

Boarding

9,2

Reviews

1 / 1

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

7,2
Good
1 829 reviews
8,8
Very Good
5 reviews

Comfort

8,8

Crew

8,8

Food

8,0

Overall

8,8

Entertainment

8,4

Boarding

9,2

Reviews

1 / 1

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

7,2
Good
217 reviews
8,8
Very Good
5 reviews

Comfort

8,8

Crew

8,8

Food

8,0

Overall

8,8

Entertainment

8,4

Boarding

9,2

Reviews

1 / 1

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

7,0
Good
29 reviews
8,8
Very Good
5 reviews

Comfort

8,8

Crew

8,8

Food

8,0

Overall

8,8

Entertainment

8,4

Boarding

9,2

Reviews

1 / 1

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Average temperature in Johannesburg by month

Plan your trip to Johannesburg by selecting the month that matches your preferred temperature. January sees the highest average temperature while June sees the lowest average temperature. Temperature data was last updated on 3 December 2023.

JNB

Temperature

10 - 20 °C

Average rainfall in Johannesburg by month

Keep in mind the precipitation totals in Johannesburg by selecting the month that matches your preferred temperature. Johannesburg sees an average of 54.17 precipitation per year with the most occurring in January. Precipitation data was last updated on 3 December 2023.

JNB

Rainfall

0 - 120 mm

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Nairobi to Johannesburg. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

Can I find flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg for under R9 500 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg for under R9 500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Uganda Airlines for just R9 484, but on average you can expect to pay R10 165.

Are there direct flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg for under R12 000 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg under R12 000. A good price for a direct flight from Nairobi to Johannesburg is less than R13 535.

Are there last-minute flights available from Nairobi to Johannesburg for under R11 000?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg within the next 7 days for less than R11 000.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Nairobi to Johannesburg round-trip?

Currently priced at R9 484, Uganda Airlines will fly you from Nairobi to Johannesburg and back. In addition to Uganda Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Ethiopian Air and RwandAir - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R10 033 and R11 036, respectively. Users have found that Uganda Airlines is 24% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Nairobi to Johannesburg one-way?

The cheapest airline one-way is Ethiopian Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R5 736. However, be on the lookout for offers from Uganda Airlines and RwandAir, as they are both options that can get you from Nairobi to Johannesburg for a low price.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Nairobi to Johannesburg?

What are the most reliable airlines from Nairobi to Johannesburg?

The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Nairobi to Johannesburg are Airlink (92%), Delta (78%) and SAUDIA (75%).

What are the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg?

On average you can expect to pay R11 266 for a flight from Nairobi to Johannesburg. The cheapest flight overall is R8 685 while the most popular route, (Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo) is currently priced at R9 484.

What does NBO to JNB mean?

This is defined as Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (NBO) and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB). Codes like Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Johannesburg Lanseria Airport (HLA), Pretoria Wonderboom Apt. Airport (PRY), Sun City Resort Pilansberg Airport (NTY) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

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Alternative routes for Nairobi to Johannesburg
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Top 6 airlines flying from Nairobi to Johannesburg

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Uganda AirlinesCheapestR9 413AverageR10 916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 713AverageR10 532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 616AverageR16 317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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RwandAirCheapestR10 741AverageR11 373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapestR11 481AverageR12 240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR12 319AverageR17 232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Hourly flight availability from Nairobi to Johannesburg

Find hourly flight availability from Nairobi to Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 8 December 2023.