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Cheap flights from South Africa to Kenya from R2 891

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 2/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — NBO
Jul 15 — Jul 221
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Kenya
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Kenya. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 June 2026.

Sun 18/1016:40
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop23h 40m
TAAG
Sun 25/1018:00
NBO
-
JNB
1 stop21h 40m
TAAG
Deal found 13/6R4 987
Thu 26/1116:40
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop23h 20m
TAAG
Mon 30/1118:20
NBO
-
JNB
1 stop21h 20m
TAAG
Deal found 11/6R5 019
Thu 17/916:40
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop23h 20m
TAAG
Sun 4/1018:00
NBO
-
JNB
1 stop11h 15m
TAAG
Deal found 12/6R5 084
Mon 20/75:45
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop10h 35m
TAAG
Fri 24/718:00
NBO
-
JNB
1 stop11h 15m
TAAG
Deal found 10/6R5 117
Sun 26/716:40
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop23h 40m
TAAG
Sun 2/818:00
NBO
-
JNB
1 stop21h 40m
TAAG
Deal found 11/6R5 182
Mon 29/65:45
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop10h 35m
TAAG
Fri 3/718:00
NBO
-
JNB
1 stop11h 15m
TAAG
Deal found 14/6R5 279
Mon 20/75:45
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop10h 35m
TAAG
Mon 27/718:20
NBO
-
JNB
1 stop21h 20m
TAAG
Deal found 10/6R5 295
Sat 4/716:40
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop23h 20m
TAAG
Fri 10/718:00
NBO
-
JNB
1 stop11h 15m
TAAG
Deal found 13/6R5 376
Fri 26/612:10
JNB
-
MBA
1 stop7h 40m
Kenya Airways
Sat 4/74:55
MBA
-
JNB
1 stop7h 00m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 15/6R7 959
Sun 5/715:05
CPT
-
NBO
1 stop25h 15m
TAAG
Fri 17/718:00
NBO
-
CPT
1 stop12h 45m
TAAG
Deal found 14/6R8 381
Tue 30/612:10
JNB
-
MBA
1 stop11h 49m
Kenya Airways
Fri 10/74:55
MBA
-
JNB
1 stop7h 00m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 14/6R8 414
Fri 10/712:10
JNB
-
MBA
1 stop8h 35m
Kenya Airways
Tue 14/718:45
MBA
-
JNB
1 stop17h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 14/6R8 479

Find flight deals from South Africa to Kenya

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Kenya flight deals. Data was last updated 15 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R4 987

One-way from

R2 891

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

October

Average price

R8 057

Good round-trip deal

R8 606 or less

Good one-way deal

R4 945 or less
TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 18/10-25/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 20m total
  • South Africa to Kenya
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TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 2/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 20m total
  • South Africa to Kenya
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R7 874 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 774 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa 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 15 June 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/10

14:15-23:00

1 stop7h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 11/10

23:40-13:15

1 stop14h 35m

R7 309

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/9

20:40-7:15

1 stop9h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 14/9

8:00-15:25

1 stop8h 25m

R7 358

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

20:40-7:15

1 stop9h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 20/9

12:00-23:45

1 stop12h 45m

R7 992

Cape TownNairobi

CPT - NBO

CPTNBO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/7

15:05-17:20

1 stop25h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 17/7

18:00-5:45

1 stop12h 45m

R8 381

JohannesburgMombasa

JNB - MBA

JNBMBA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/9

17:45-14:35

2 stops19h 50m

Mombasa Moi Intl

Sun 27/9

17:00-13:25

2 stops21h 25m

R8 528

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/7

22:50-13:10

1 stop13h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 7/7

17:30-3:55

1 stop11h 25m

R8 560

JohannesburgMombasa

JNB - MBA

JNBMBA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/7

3:10-14:35

2 stops10h 25m

Mombasa Moi Intl

Sun 19/7

17:00-2:20

2 stops10h 20m

R9 112

JohannesburgMombasa

JNB - MBA

JNBMBA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/9

17:00-0:59

1 stop6h 59m

Mombasa Moi Intl

Sun 27/9

4:55-15:50

1 stop11h 55m

R9 259

JohannesburgMombasa

JNB - MBA

JNBMBA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/9

1:15-16:00

1 stop13h 45m

Mombasa Moi Intl

Thu 1/10

16:45-0:15

1 stop8h 30m

R9 421

Cape TownNairobi

CPT - NBO

CPTNBO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/7

12:30-17:00

2 stops27h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 13/7

18:20-10:15

2 stops16h 55m

R9 632

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Kenya

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Kenya (average of R6 448). Flying from South Africa to Kenya in May is currently the most expensive (average of R14 261). 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 ZA to KE?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa 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 15 June 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from South Africa to Kenya in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 22% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from South Africa to Kenya

Explore weekly flight availability from South Africa 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 15 June 2026.

The most flights from ZA0 to KE0 are scheduled on a Monday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

How often are flights from South Africa to Kenya delayed?

About 24% of weekly flights between South Africa and Kenya have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 163 minutes.

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

Over the past year, Airlink have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 10% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Kenya?

The best time to book flights from South Africa to Kenya is 58 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Kenya?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Kenya. Price data was last updated on 8 June 2026.

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

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 15 June 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Airlink,RwandAir, andEthiopian Air from South Africa to Kenya by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
88 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Overall

8,5

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

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Overall

8,5

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
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
88 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Overall

8,5

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
1 007 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
88 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Overall

8,5

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
306 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
88 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Overall

8,5

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 South Africa 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 South Africa to Kenya?

    For as low as R7 309, Air Tanzania can have you in Kenya from South Africa in 7h 45m. South Africa and Kenya are separated by a distance of 2908 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with RwandAir, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R2 795. TAAG flights start at R2 841 while deals on Uganda Airlines start at R2 959 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Kenya?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Kenya?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Kenya (average of R6 448). Flying from South Africa to Kenya in May is currently the most expensive (average of R14 261). 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 South Africa to Kenya

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa 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 15 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
TAAGCheapestR3 439AverageR5 238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR4 501AverageR8 833FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Uganda AirlinesCheapestR4 817AverageR5 999FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR4 975AverageR6 853FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 336AverageR8 545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Zambia AirwaysCheapestR5 522AverageR6 917FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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ASKYCheapestR5 735AverageR6 245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR6 800AverageR12 537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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AirlinkCheapestR8 490AverageR10 342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR13 028AverageR15 491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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