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R3 305+ Cheap flights to Kenya

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Flights to Kenya in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Kenya
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Kenya. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 6 January 2026.

Thu 19/216:40JNB - NBO
1 stop11h 30mTAAG
Mon 23/216:05NBO - JNB
1 stop23h 35mTAAG
Deal found 5/1R5 624
Thu 17/916:40JNB - NBO
1 stop11h 30mTAAG
Mon 21/916:05NBO - JNB
1 stop23h 35mTAAG
Deal found 5/1R5 706
Tue 17/220:40JNB - NBO
1 stop9h 35mUganda Airlines
Tue 24/28:00NBO - JNB
1 stop12h 40mUganda Airlines
Deal found 3/1R5 722
Thu 5/216:40JNB - NBO
1 stop11h 30mTAAG
Fri 13/26:10NBO - JNB
1 stop9h 30mTAAG
Deal found 5/1R5 788
Sun 8/20:45JNB - NBO
1 stop10h 25mUganda Airlines
Thu 12/28:00NBO - JNB
1 stop12h 40mUganda Airlines
Deal found 5/1R5 805
Thu 2/416:40JNB - NBO
1 stop11h 30mTAAG
Sun 5/46:10NBO - JNB
1 stop9h 30mTAAG
Deal found 5/1R5 821

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Find the latest flights to Kenya in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 6 January 2026.

Return from

R5 624

One-way from

R3 305

Popular in

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Average price

R8 041
TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 19/2-23/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Nairobi
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Uganda Airlines
  • Uganda Airlines
  • 28/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Kenya
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R242 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/6

20:40-7:15

1 stop9h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 21/6

12:00-23:45

1 stop12h 45m

R6 051

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

12:50-21:25

1 stop7h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 5/5

8:00-19:40

1 stop12h 40m

R6 068

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/6

20:40-7:15

1 stop9h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 23/6

8:00-19:40

1 stop12h 40m

R6 397

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/6

12:50-21:25

1 stop7h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 23/6

8:00-19:40

1 stop12h 40m

R6 397

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/6

5:30-21:25

2 stops14h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 25/6

9:05-0:05

2 stops16h 00m

R6 660

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/4

5:30-21:25

2 stops14h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 18/4

9:05-0:05

2 stops16h 00m

R6 660

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

10:15-11:00

1 stop23h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 12/2

11:45-9:25

2 stops22h 40m

R7 021

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/4

10:15-11:00

1 stop23h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 21/4

11:45-18:30

2 stops7h 45m

R7 531

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/4

10:15-19:10

2 stops7h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 21/4

11:45-18:30

2 stops7h 45m

R7 531

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/4

19:25-19:10

2 stops22h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 17/4

19:55-18:30

1 stop23h 35m

R7 531

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Best time to book a flight to Kenya

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Kenya

How long is the flight to Kenya?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Kenya takes 5 hours 42 minutes. Flights to Kenya from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Kenya?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Kenya. Price data was last updated on 3 January 2026.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Kenya should consider flying on Saturday at midday, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday evenings, when prices are usually at their highest.

Weekly flight availability to Kenya

The most flights from Johannesburg to Kenya are scheduled on a Monday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Kenya?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Kenya are Virgin Atlantic, British Airways and Qatar Airways.

Virgin Atlantic
Virgin Atlantic
From R14 200
British Airways
British Airways
From R16 027
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R15 071
United Airlines
United Airlines
From R14 876

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Kenya?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Kenya are Ethiopian Air, Virgin Atlantic and United Airlines.

Rainfall in Kenya by month

Plan your trip to Kenya by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kenya ranges from 10.0 - 160.0 mm per month. April is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 160.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Kenya when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Kenya by month

Plan your trip to Kenya by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kenya, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 17.0 C).

What are the most popular places to fly to in Kenya?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to Kenya in the last few years. This data was updated on 6 January 2026.
The most popular places in Kenya to fly to are Nairobi, Mombasa, Lamu, Kisumu and Ukunda.

Reviews of airlines servicing Kenya

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kenya. 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 Kenya. Reviews last updated 6 January 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Airlink, RwandAir, andEthiopian Air to Kenya have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
82 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,4

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

Food

8,0

Crew

8,9

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
82 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
82 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,4

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

Food

8,0

Crew

8,9

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
RwandAir
7,7
Good
37 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
82 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,4

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

Food

8,0

Crew

8,9

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
935 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
82 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,4

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

Food

8,0

Crew

8,9

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
288 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
82 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,4

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

Food

8,0

Crew

8,9

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Uganda Airlines
4,1
Mediocre
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
82 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,4

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

Food

8,0

Crew

8,9

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

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

FAQs about flying to Kenya

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Kenya if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Kenya on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Kenya?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, TAAG is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Kenya.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Kenya?

    Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Kenya. One-way flights to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl typically cost R696, while return flights cost around R3 076.

  • How much is a return flight to Kenya?

    A return flight to Kenya will typically cost around R6 579, however they can be found for as little as R4 379.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Kenya depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Kenya, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (4 hours 0 minutes).

  • Does Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl?

    Yes. Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Homestay - best home in nairobi kenya welcome is the closest property to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (0,0 km away from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl).

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