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Cheap flights from South Africa to Kenya from R2 977

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 13/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — NBO
Jun 27 — Jul 41
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 28 May 2026.

Sun 18/1016:40
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop23h 40m
TAAG
Sun 25/1018:00
NBO
-
JNB
1 stop21h 40m
TAAG
Deal found 25/5R4 988
Sun 2/816:40
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop23h 40m
TAAG
Sun 9/818:00
NBO
-
JNB
1 stop21h 40m
TAAG
Deal found 26/5R5 005
Mon 13/75:45
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop10h 35m
TAAG
Fri 31/718:00
NBO
-
JNB
1 stop11h 15m
TAAG
Deal found 26/5R5 021
Thu 26/1116:40
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop23h 20m
TAAG
Mon 30/1118:20
NBO
-
JNB
1 stop21h 20m
TAAG
Deal found 27/5R5 037
Thu 26/1116:40
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop23h 20m
TAAG
Sun 29/1118:00
NBO
-
JNB
1 stop21h 40m
TAAG
Deal found 26/5R5 054
Thu 17/916:40
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop23h 20m
TAAG
Sun 4/1018:00
NBO
-
JNB
1 stop21h 40m
TAAG
Deal found 26/5R5 119
Mon 13/75:45
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop10h 35m
TAAG
Fri 17/718:00
NBO
-
JNB
1 stop11h 15m
TAAG
Deal found 27/5R5 299
Mon 20/75:45
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop10h 35m
TAAG
Mon 27/718:20
NBO
-
JNB
1 stop21h 20m
TAAG
Deal found 25/5R5 348
Thu 4/616:40
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop23h 20m
TAAG
Sun 7/618:00
NBO
-
JNB
1 stop11h 15m
TAAG
Deal found 25/5R5 364
Sun 11/1016:40
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop23h 40m
TAAG
Fri 16/1018:00
NBO
-
JNB
1 stop11h 15m
TAAG
Deal found 25/5R5 381
Sun 5/716:40
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop23h 40m
TAAG
Sun 12/718:00
NBO
-
JNB
1 stop11h 15m
TAAG
Deal found 26/5R5 397
Sun 7/612:10
JNB
-
MBA
1 stop8h 40m
Kenya Airways
Sat 13/622:00
MBA
-
JNB
1 stop13h 55m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 27/5R7 883

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 28 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R4 988

One-way from

R2 977

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

October

Average price

R8 504

Good round-trip deal

R8 713 or less

Good one-way deal

R5 210 or less
TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 18/10-25/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 20m total
  • South Africa to Kenya
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TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 13/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 20m total
  • South Africa to Kenya
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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 28 May 2026.
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JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/7

14:15-15:30

2 stops24h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 6/7

23:40-13:15

1 stop14h 35m

R7 262

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/8

20:40-7:15

1 stop9h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 13/8

8:00-19:40

1 stop12h 40m

R7 752

Cape TownNairobi

CPT - NBO

CPTNBO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 29/6

6:45-17:20

1 stop9h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 6/7

18:20-14:00

1 stop20h 40m

R8 423

Cape TownNairobi

CPT - NBO

CPTNBO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 29/6

6:45-17:20

1 stop9h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 5/7

18:00-5:45

1 stop12h 45m

R8 423

Cape TownNairobi

CPT - NBO

CPTNBO

Cape Town Intl

Mon 27/7

6:45-17:20

1 stop9h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 3/8

18:20-5:45

1 stop12h 25m

R8 439

Cape TownNairobi

CPT - NBO

CPTNBO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/7

15:05-17:00

1 stop24h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 13/7

18:20-14:00

1 stop20h 40m

R8 521

JohannesburgMombasa

JNB - MBA

JNBMBA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/6

12:10-20:35

1 stop7h 25m

Mombasa Moi Intl

Mon 22/6

4:55-10:55

1 stop7h 00m

R9 077

JohannesburgMombasa

JNB - MBA

JNBMBA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/9

1:15-9:00

1 stop6h 45m

Mombasa Moi Intl

Sun 27/9

9:50-15:50

1 stop7h 00m

R9 371

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/10

5:30-21:25

2 stops14h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 17/10

9:05-0:05

2 stops16h 00m

R9 420

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/7

20:40-7:15

1 stop9h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 6/7

8:00-15:25

1 stop8h 25m

R9 469

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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 411). Flying from South Africa to Kenya in May is currently the most expensive (average of R11 121). 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 28 May 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from South Africa to Kenya in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 23% 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 28 May 2026.

The most flights from ZA0 to KE0 are scheduled on a Monday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

How often are flights from South Africa to Kenya delayed?

About 23% 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 at night 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 9% 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 81 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 23 May 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 28 May 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
87 reviews
Check prices

Food

8,0

Crew

8,9

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,5

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

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

Food

8,0

Crew

8,9

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,5

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

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
87 reviews
Check prices

Food

8,0

Crew

8,9

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,5

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

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
1 003 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
87 reviews
Check prices

Food

8,0

Crew

8,9

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,5

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

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
304 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
87 reviews
Check prices

Food

8,0

Crew

8,9

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,5

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

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 752, Air Tanzania can have you in Kenya from South Africa in 9h 35m. 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 Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R7 700. RwandAir flights start at R8 625 while deals on KLM start at R12 610 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 411). Flying from South Africa to Kenya in May is currently the most expensive (average of R11 121). 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 28 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
TAAGCheapestR3 463AverageR5 226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR4 532AverageR8 896FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Uganda AirlinesCheapestR4 814AverageR5 896FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR5 009AverageR6 841FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 436AverageR8 210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Zambia AirwaysCheapestR5 559AverageR6 973FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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ASKYCheapestR5 778AverageR6 283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapestR6 667AverageR10 680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR6 836AverageR12 420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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South AfricanCheapestR11 376AverageR14 096FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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