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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Kenya from R3 151

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 5/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — NBO
Mar 31 — Apr 71
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 1 March 2026.

Sun 29/316:40
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop21h 10m
TAAG
Mon 13/416:05
NBO
-
JNB
1 stop23h 35m
TAAG
Deal found 25/2R5 236
Sun 1/316:40
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop21h 10m
TAAG
Fri 13/36:10
NBO
-
JNB
1 stop9h 30m
TAAG
Deal found 27/2R5 252
Thu 26/1116:40
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop11h 30m
TAAG
Mon 30/1116:05
NBO
-
JNB
1 stop23h 35m
TAAG
Deal found 25/2R5 268
Thu 5/316:40
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop11h 30m
TAAG
Sun 22/36:10
NBO
-
JNB
1 stop9h 30m
TAAG
Deal found 27/2R5 315
Thu 5/316:40
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop11h 30m
TAAG
Fri 15/16:10
NBO
-
JNB
1 stop9h 30m
TAAG
Deal found 26/2R5 363
Tue 14/420:40
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop9h 35m
Uganda Airlines
Tue 21/48:00
NBO
-
JNB
1 stop12h 40m
Uganda Airlines
Deal found 28/2R5 379
Fri 3/412:50
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop7h 35m
Uganda Airlines
Thu 16/48:00
NBO
-
JNB
1 stop12h 40m
Uganda Airlines
Deal found 26/2R5 491
Fri 27/312:50
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop7h 35m
Uganda Airlines
Sun 5/412:00
NBO
-
JNB
1 stop12h 45m
Uganda Airlines
Deal found 24/2R5 506
Wed 8/412:50
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop7h 35m
Uganda Airlines
Sun 19/412:00
NBO
-
JNB
1 stop12h 45m
Uganda Airlines
Deal found 26/2R5 522
Tue 7/420:40
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop9h 35m
Uganda Airlines
Sun 19/412:00
NBO
-
JNB
1 stop12h 45m
Uganda Airlines
Deal found 26/2R5 538
Tue 17/320:40
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop9h 35m
Uganda Airlines
Tue 24/38:00
NBO
-
JNB
1 stop12h 40m
Uganda Airlines
Deal found 27/2R5 570
Tue 10/320:40
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop9h 35m
Uganda Airlines
Tue 17/38:00
NBO
-
JNB
1 stop12h 40m
Uganda Airlines
Deal found 25/2R5 586

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 1 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R5 236

One-way from

R3 151

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

October

Average price

R7 146
TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 29/3-12/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Kenya
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Uganda Airlines
  • Uganda Airlines
  • 5/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Kenya
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R8 507 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 360 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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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 1 March 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

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

R5 936

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

12:50-21:25

1 stop7h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 21/5

8:00-19:40

1 stop12h 40m

R6 302

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/8

20:40-7:15

1 stop9h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 25/8

8:00-19:40

1 stop12h 40m

R7 209

JohannesburgMombasa

JNB - MBA

JNBMBA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/4

22:50-11:40

1 stop11h 50m

Mombasa Moi Intl

Mon 6/4

12:40-20:10

1 stop8h 30m

R7 353

JohannesburgMombasa

JNB - MBA

JNBMBA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/4

3:10-14:35

2 stops10h 25m

Mombasa Moi Intl

Mon 20/4

17:00-2:20

2 stops10h 20m

R7 798

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/3

20:40-7:15

1 stop9h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 6/4

22:10-19:40

1 stop22h 30m

R8 260

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

16:50-4:55

2 stops11h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 5/5

20:50-2:20

1 stop6h 30m

R8 339

JohannesburgMombasa

JNB - MBA

JNBMBA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/4

12:10-0:59

1 stop11h 49m

Mombasa Moi Intl

Mon 20/4

17:35-0:15

1 stop7h 40m

R8 387

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

12:05-17:10

Nonstop4h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 27/3

21:10-0:25

Nonstop4h 15m

R8 467

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

12:05-17:10

Nonstop4h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 27/3

6:10-14:40

1 stop9h 30m

R8 976

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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 565). Flying from Johannesburg to Kenya in July is currently the most expensive (average of R5 650). 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 1 March 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg to Kenya in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 19% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, 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 21 February 2026.

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

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 155 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 Monday 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 8% 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 1 March 2026.
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
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

Food

8,0

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
84 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

Food

8,0

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
40 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

Food

8,0

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
962 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

Food

8,0

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
6,7
Okay
294 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

Food

8,0

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
84 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

Food

8,0

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, Ethiopian Air, and RwandAir can get you from Johannesburg to Kenya in just under 7h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 15m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2908 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    R2 738 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from RwandAir. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air Tanzania and Uganda Airlines, with prices starting from R2 841 and R2 869, respectively.

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

    Consider Airlink (99%), Turkish Airlines (98%) or Emirates (94%) 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 R17 520, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R3 986. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl), you can expect to pay R4 822 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 565). Flying from Johannesburg to Kenya in July is currently the most expensive (average of R5 650). 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 1 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
TAAGCheapestR3 360AverageR4 569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Uganda AirlinesCheapestR4 611AverageR5 730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR4 805AverageR6 345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 224AverageR6 732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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ASKYCheapestR5 645AverageR6 085FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR6 207AverageR7 007FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Zambia AirwaysCheapestR6 674AverageR6 794FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR6 761AverageR11 400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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AirlinkCheapestR8 155AverageR8 660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR11 070AverageR13 172FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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