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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Kenya from R3 148

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — NBO
Jan 16 — Jan 231
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Kenya
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Kenya. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 December 2025.

Wed 31/125:30JNB - NBO
2 stops14h 55mASKY
Thu 15/19:05NBO - JNB
2 stops16h 00mASKY
Deal found 16/12R6 079
Wed 31/125:30JNB - NBO
2 stops14h 55mASKY
Thu 1/19:05NBO - JNB
2 stops16h 00mASKY
Deal found 16/12R6 314
Sun 28/123:10JNB - NBO
1 stop8h 10mRwandAir
Thu 1/120:50NBO - JNB
1 stop6h 30mRwandAir
Deal found 16/12R6 464
Sat 20/1216:50JNB - NBO
1 stop18h 30mRwandAir
Tue 6/120:50NBO - JNB
1 stop18h 30mRwandAir
Deal found 15/12R6 481
Wed 31/1216:50JNB - NBO
1 stop26h 20mRwandAir
Thu 15/120:50NBO - JNB
1 stop18h 30mRwandAir
Deal found 16/12R6 498
Sun 21/1216:50JNB - MBA
2 stops20h 45mRwandAir
Wed 24/1217:00MBA - JNB
2 stops10h 20mRwandAir
Deal found 15/12R6 498
Sat 20/1216:50JNB - NBO
1 stop18h 30mRwandAir
Fri 20/25:30NBO - JNB
1 stop21h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 16/12R6 615
Wed 31/125:30JNB - NBO
2 stops14h 55mASKY
Sat 17/19:05NBO - JNB
2 stops16h 00mASKY
Deal found 16/12R6 766
Wed 24/123:10JNB - NBO
1 stop16h 00mRwandAir
Wed 31/1220:50NBO - JNB
1 stop18h 30mRwandAir
Deal found 17/12R6 783
Wed 17/1216:50JNB - NBO
1 stop26h 20mRwandAir
Mon 22/1220:50NBO - JNB
1 stop6h 30mRwandAir
Deal found 14/12R6 883
Sun 21/1217:00JNB - MBA
1 stop6h 59mKenya Airways
Wed 24/128:10MBA - JNB
1 stop8h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 15/12R9 295
Sun 21/128:20JNB - MBA
1 stop8h 30mEthiopian Air
Wed 24/1218:45MBA - JNB
2 stops25h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/12R15 273

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Kenya

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Johannesburg to Kenya flight deals. Data was last updated 17 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R5 627

One-way from

R3 148

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

R8 558
Uganda Airlines
  • Uganda Airlines
  • 5/2-12/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Kenya
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Uganda Airlines
  • Uganda Airlines
  • 3/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Kenya
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R11 486 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 827 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Kenya 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 17 December 2025.
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JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 29/3

0:45-12:10

1 stop10h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 2/4

8:00-19:40

1 stop12h 40m

R5 711

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

5:30-21:25

2 stops14h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 7/5

9:05-0:05

2 stops16h 00m

R5 945

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/3

12:50-21:25

1 stop7h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 5/4

12:00-23:45

1 stop12h 45m

R6 113

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/2

20:40-7:15

1 stop9h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 17/2

8:00-19:40

1 stop12h 40m

R6 113

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/3

5:30-21:25

2 stops14h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 2/4

9:05-0:05

2 stops16h 00m

R6 330

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

3:10-12:20

1 stop8h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 4/2

5:30-14:20

1 stop9h 50m

R6 883

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/1

3:10-12:20

1 stop8h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 21/1

20:50-2:20

1 stop6h 30m

R6 950

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/12

5:30-21:25

2 stops14h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 15/1

9:05-0:05

2 stops16h 00m

R7 637

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/3

10:15-11:00

1 stop23h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 2/4

11:45-9:25

2 stops22h 40m

R7 687

JohannesburgMombasa

JNB - MBA

JNBMBA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

8:20-17:50

1 stop8h 30m

Mombasa Moi Intl

Wed 11/2

12:40-20:10

1 stop8h 30m

R8 407

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Kenya

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Kenya from Johannesburg with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Kenya

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Kenya?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Kenya (average of R3 768). Flying from Johannesburg to Kenya in July is currently the most expensive (average of R6 062). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to KE?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Kenya. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 December 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg to Kenya at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 29% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Kenya?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Kenya. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Kenya flight should consider departing on Sunday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Kenya

Explore weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Kenya. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 17 December 2025.

The most flights from ZA1 to KE0 are scheduled on a Wednesday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

How often are flights from Johannesburg to Kenya delayed?

About 21% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Kenya have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 159 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to Kenya flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to Kenya flights?

Over the past year, Airlink have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 6% of flights being delayed.

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 17 December 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Airlink, RwandAir, andEthiopian Air from Johannesburg to Kenya have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
83 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Food

8,0

Crew

8,9

Overall

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

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
8,5
Very Good
83 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
83 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Food

8,0

Crew

8,9

Overall

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

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
8,5
Very Good
83 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Food

8,0

Crew

8,9

Overall

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

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
912 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
83 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Food

8,0

Crew

8,9

Overall

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

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
287 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
83 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Food

8,0

Crew

8,9

Overall

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

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
8,5
Very Good
83 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Food

8,0

Crew

8,9

Overall

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

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

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Kenya?

    Uganda Airlines, ASKY, and Ethiopian Air can get you from Johannesburg to Kenya in just under 8h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 25m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2737 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    R3 016 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Uganda Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on RwandAir and Air Tanzania, with prices starting from R3 060 and R3 095, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg to Kenya?

    Consider Airlink (100%), China Eastern (100%) or Turkish Airlines (100%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Johannesburg to Kenya.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Kenya?

    While on average a flight from Johannesburg to Kenya is generally R18 045, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R4 496. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl), you can expect to pay R3 668 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Kenya that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Kenya flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Kenya?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Kenya.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Kenya?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Kenya by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Kenya?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Kenya (average of R3 768). Flying from Johannesburg to Kenya in July is currently the most expensive (average of R6 062). 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.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Kenya

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Kenya. 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 17 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
TAAGCheapestR3 519AverageR4 678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Uganda AirlinesCheapestR4 874AverageR6 026FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR4 925AverageR6 558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 501AverageR7 108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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ASKYCheapestR5 939AverageR6 391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR6 532AverageR7 390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Zambia AirwaysCheapestR6 975AverageR7 169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR7 102AverageR12 560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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AirlinkCheapestR8 586AverageR9 051FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR11 649AverageR13 742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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