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Cheap flights from South Africa to Nairobi from R3 819

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 26/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — NBO
Jun 20 — Jun 271
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Nairobi

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Nairobi flight deals. Data was last updated 15 June 2025.

Round-trip from

R6 239

One-way from

R3 819

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R9 269
Uganda Airlines
  • Uganda Airlines
  • 21/9-28/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 15h 55m total
  • South Africa to Nairobi
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Uganda Airlines
  • Uganda Airlines
  • 26/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 35m total
  • South Africa to Nairobi
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R11 662 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 139 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Nairobi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Nairobi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 June 2025.

Sun 21/923:45JNB - NBO
1 stop6h 30mUganda Airlines
Sun 28/914:20NBO - JNB
1 stop9h 25mUganda Airlines
Deal found 14/6R6 239
Fri 11/75:30JNB - NBO
2 stops14h 55mASKY
Wed 16/79:05NBO - JNB
2 stops16h 00mASKY
Deal found 14/6R6 311
Thu 18/1216:40JNB - NBO
1 stop11h 30mTAAG
Sun 4/16:10NBO - JNB
1 stop9h 30mTAAG
Deal found 13/6R6 347
Wed 18/622:50JNB - NBO
1 stop13h 20mEthiopian Air
Tue 1/718:00NBO - JNB
1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/6R7 566
Wed 9/712:20JNB - NBO
2 stops6h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 16/79:05NBO - JNB
2 stops16h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/6R7 620
Wed 18/610:55JNB - NBO
1 stop23h 05mNAYSA
Tue 1/711:45NBO - JNB
2 stops22h 40mNAYSA
Deal found 13/6R7 638
Fri 11/714:15JNB - NBO
1 stop7h 05mAir Tanzania
Wed 16/723:00NBO - JNB
1 stop15h 15mAir Tanzania
Deal found 14/6R7 853
Tue 15/76:00CPT - NBO
3 stops14h 55mKenya Airways
Tue 22/712:35NBO - CPT
1 stop29h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 14/6R9 054
Sat 6/93:10JNB - NBO
1 stop8h 10mRwandAir
Sat 13/95:30NBO - JNB
1 stop9h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 13/6R9 072
Sat 19/71:25JNB - NBO
Nonstop4h 05mKenya Airways
Sun 20/722:15NBO - JNB
2 stops17h 05mKenya Airways
Deal found 13/6R9 090
Sun 14/915:30CPT - NBO
1 stop22h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 21/96:10NBO - CPT
2 stops14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/6R9 144
Mon 25/89:40JNB - NBO
Nonstop4h 00mAirlink
Sun 31/82:15NBO - JNB
Nonstop4h 10mAirlink
Deal found 14/6R9 413

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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Nairobi 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 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Nairobi that are best for you.

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Nairobi

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/9

23:45-7:15

1 stop6h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 28/9

14:20-22:45

1 stop9h 25m

R6 239

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/7

5:30-21:25

2 stops14h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 16/7

9:05-0:05

2 stops16h 00m

R6 311

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/10

22:50-13:10

1 stop13h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 14/10

18:00-3:55

1 stop10h 55m

R7 566

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/7

12:20-20:00

2 stops6h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 16/7

9:05-0:05

2 stops16h 00m

R7 620

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/7

14:15-22:20

1 stop7h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 16/7

23:00-13:15

1 stop15h 15m

R7 853

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/8

10:15-11:00

1 stop23h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 14/8

11:45-9:25

2 stops22h 40m

R7 978

Cape TownNairobi

CPT - NBO

CPTNBO

Cape Town Intl

Tue 15/7

6:00-21:55

3 stops14h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 22/7

12:35-16:45

1 stop29h 10m

R9 054

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/9

3:10-12:20

1 stop8h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 13/9

5:30-14:20

1 stop9h 50m

R9 072

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/7

1:25-6:30

Nonstop4h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 20/7

22:15-14:20

2 stops17h 05m

R9 090

Cape TownNairobi

CPT - NBO

CPTNBO

Cape Town Intl

Sun 14/9

15:30-14:50

1 stop22h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 21/9

6:10-19:55

2 stops14h 45m

R9 144

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Nairobi

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Nairobi (average of R437). Flying from South Africa to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of R547). 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 NBO?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Nairobi. 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 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from South Africa to Nairobi is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 32% on airfare.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from South Africa to Nairobi

Explore weekly flight availability from South Africa to Nairobi. 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 2025.

The most flights from ZA0 to NB0 are scheduled on a Friday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

Rainfall in Nairobi by month

Plan your trip to Nairobi by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Nairobi ranges from 10.0 - 160.0 inches per month. April is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 160.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Nairobi when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Nairobi by month

Plan your trip to Nairobi by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Nairobi, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 17.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Nairobi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nairobi. 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 Nairobi. Reviews last updated 15 June 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Airlink, South African and Qatar Airways from South Africa to Nairobi by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
70 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,5

Crew

9,0

Overall

8,6

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,6

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
8,6
Very Good
70 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
70 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,5

Crew

9,0

Overall

8,6

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,6

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
South African
7,5
Good
34 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
70 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,5

Crew

9,0

Overall

8,6

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,6

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
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 586 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
70 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,5

Crew

9,0

Overall

8,6

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,6

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
ASKY
7,4
Good
57 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
70 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,5

Crew

9,0

Overall

8,6

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,6

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 Nairobi. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Uganda Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R3 819. NAYSA flights start at R4 626 while deals on Air Tanzania start at R4 733 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from South Africa to Nairobi?

    Before booking your flight to Nairobi from South Africa, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Etihad Airways (100%), Emirates (100%), Singapore Airlines( 100%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from South Africa to Nairobi?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from South Africa to Nairobi? While on average our users pay R20 064, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R4 718. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl), is priced around R6 293.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Nairobi (average of R437). Flying from South Africa to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of R547). 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 9 airlines flying from South Africa to Nairobi

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Nairobi. 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 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Uganda AirlinesCheapestR5 311AverageR6 512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR5 598AverageR7 433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 889AverageR9 296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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ASKYCheapestR6 387AverageR6 818FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR6 969AverageR8 046FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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NAYSACheapestR7 275AverageR8 023FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR7 954AverageR11 257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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AirlinkCheapestR9 267AverageR11 808FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR9 646AverageR15 841FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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