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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Kenya from R3 133

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 29/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — NBO
Jan 31 — Feb 71
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Best flights from Johannesburg to Kenya
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Johannesburg to Kenya that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 1 January 2026.

Fri 27/312:50JNB - NBO
1 stop7h 35mUganda Airlines
Sun 5/412:00NBO - JNB
1 stop12h 45mUganda Airlines
Deal found 30/12R6 051
Fri 13/28:20JNB - MBA
1 stop8h 30mEthiopian Air
Fri 20/212:40MBA - JNB
1 stop8h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/12R7 410
Wed 20/55:30JNB - NBO
2 stops14h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 25/56:15NBO - JNB
1 stop7h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/12R7 426
Sat 28/219:25JNB - NBO
2 stops22h 45mZambia Airways
Tue 10/311:45NBO - JNB
2 stops7h 45mZambia Airways
Deal found 31/12R7 592
Tue 13/13:10JNB - MBA
2 stops10h 25mRwandAir
Wed 14/117:00MBA - JNB
2 stops10h 20mRwandAir
Deal found 30/12R7 659
Fri 1/512:50JNB - NBO
1 stop7h 35mUganda Airlines
Tue 5/58:00NBO - JNB
1 stop12h 40mUganda Airlines
Deal found 30/12R6 084
Fri 27/212:50JNB - NBO
1 stop7h 35mUganda Airlines
Tue 10/38:00NBO - JNB
1 stop12h 40mUganda Airlines
Deal found 31/12R6 399
Sat 28/219:25JNB - NBO
2 stops22h 45mZambia Airways
Sun 15/319:55NBO - JNB
1 stop14h 35mZambia Airways
Deal found 31/12R7 592
Sun 22/20:45JNB - NBO
1 stop10h 25mUganda Airlines
Sun 1/312:00NBO - JNB
1 stop12h 45mUganda Airlines
Deal found 1/1R6 432
Fri 1/510:10JNB - NBO
2 stops8h 00mZambia Airways
Tue 5/511:45NBO - JNB
2 stops7h 45mZambia Airways
Deal found 29/12R7 592
Thu 22/18:20JNB - MBA
1 stop8h 30mEthiopian Air
Thu 29/112:40MBA - JNB
1 stop8h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/12R8 405
Tue 3/23:10JNB - MBA
2 stops10h 25mRwandAir
Sun 8/217:00MBA - JNB
2 stops22h 20mRwandAir
Deal found 29/12R8 471
Thu 26/28:20JNB - MBA
1 stop8h 30mEthiopian Air
Mon 16/312:40MBA - JNB
1 stop8h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 31/12R8 421
Thu 12/23:10JNB - MBA
2 stops10h 25mRwandAir
Fri 20/217:00MBA - JNB
2 stops22h 20mRwandAir
Deal found 30/12R8 471
Thu 26/28:20JNB - MBA
1 stop8h 30mEthiopian Air
Tue 10/318:45MBA - JNB
1 stop10h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 31/12R8 421
Sun 1/33:10JNB - MBA
2 stops10h 25mRwandAir
Sun 15/317:00MBA - JNB
2 stops10h 20mRwandAir
Deal found 31/12R8 487
Wed 25/28:20JNB - MBA
1 stop8h 30mEthiopian Air
Wed 11/312:40MBA - JNB
1 stop8h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 31/12R8 421
Sat 28/216:50JNB - MBA
2 stops20h 45mRwandAir
Fri 13/317:00MBA - JNB
2 stops22h 20mRwandAir
Deal found 31/12R8 487
Wed 25/28:20JNB - MBA
1 stop8h 30mEthiopian Air
Tue 10/318:45MBA - JNB
1 stop10h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 31/12R8 421
Sun 1/33:10JNB - MBA
2 stops10h 25mRwandAir
Mon 16/317:00MBA - JNB
2 stops10h 20mRwandAir
Deal found 31/12R8 487

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 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R5 736

One-way from

R3 133

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

R8 719
TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 15/2-22/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Kenya
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Uganda Airlines
  • Uganda Airlines
  • 29/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Kenya
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R10 728 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 738 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 1 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg to Kenya that are best for you.

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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 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 084

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/2

12:50-21:25

1 stop7h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 10/3

8:00-19:40

1 stop12h 40m

R6 399

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/2

0:45-12:10

1 stop10h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 1/3

12:00-23:45

1 stop12h 45m

R6 432

JohannesburgMombasa

JNB - MBA

JNBMBA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

8:20-17:50

1 stop8h 30m

Mombasa Moi Intl

Fri 20/2

12:40-20:10

1 stop8h 30m

R7 410

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/5

5:30-21:25

2 stops14h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 25/5

6:15-12:35

1 stop7h 20m

R7 426

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/2

19:25-19:10

2 stops22h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 10/3

11:45-18:30

2 stops7h 45m

R7 592

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/2

19:25-19:10

2 stops22h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 15/3

19:55-9:30

1 stop14h 35m

R7 592

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

10:10-19:10

2 stops8h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 5/5

11:45-18:30

2 stops7h 45m

R7 592

JohannesburgMombasa

JNB - MBA

JNBMBA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/1

3:10-14:35

2 stops10h 25m

Mombasa Moi Intl

Wed 14/1

17:00-2:20

2 stops10h 20m

R7 659

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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 730). Flying from Johannesburg to Kenya in July is currently the most expensive (average of R6 001). 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 January 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 27 December 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Kenya flight should consider departing on Saturday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at midday 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 1 January 2026.

The most flights from ZA1 to KE0 are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 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 1 January 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
8,5
Very Good
83 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,5

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

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

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,5

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

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

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,5

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

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

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,5

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

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

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,5

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

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

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,5

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

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 2h 50m. 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 852 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from RwandAir. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Uganda Airlines and Air Tanzania, with prices starting from R2 982 and R3 001, respectively.

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

    Consider Airlink (100%), Turkish Airlines (100%) or China Eastern (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 R19 439, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R4 464. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl), you can expect to pay R3 581 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 730). Flying from Johannesburg to Kenya in July is currently the most expensive (average of R6 001). 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 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
TAAGCheapestR3 493AverageR4 688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Uganda AirlinesCheapestR4 821AverageR5 925FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR5 005AverageR6 505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 444AverageR6 984FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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ASKYCheapestR5 879AverageR6 327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR6 466AverageR7 308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Zambia AirwaysCheapestR6 863AverageR7 080FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR7 074AverageR12 407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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AirlinkCheapestR8 514AverageR8 963FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR11 530AverageR13 600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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