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Cheap flights from South Africa to Nairobi from R3 984

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 6/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — NBO
Jul 21 — Jul 281
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 16 July 2025.

Round-trip from

R6 128

One-way from

R3 984

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R9 165
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 27/8-3/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 15m total
  • South Africa to Nairobi
TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 6/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 30m total
  • South Africa to Nairobi
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R8 852 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 260 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

Find flight deals from South Africa to Nairobi

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 16 July 2025.

Sun 21/923:45JNB - NBO
1 stop6h 30mUganda Airlines
Sun 28/914:20NBO - JNB
1 stop9h 25mUganda Airlines
Deal found 14/7R6 199
Thu 28/822:50JNB - NBO
1 stop13h 20mEthiopian Air
Thu 4/918:00NBO - JNB
1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/7R6 450
Wed 13/85:30JNB - NBO
2 stops14h 55mASKY
Tue 19/89:05NBO - JNB
2 stops16h 00mASKY
Deal found 14/7R6 485
Fri 18/73:25JNB - NBO
2 stops24h 30mRwandAir
Mon 11/813:00NBO - JNB
1 stop14h 20mRwandAir
Deal found 14/7R6 753
Thu 18/1216:40JNB - NBO
1 stop11h 30mTAAG
Sun 4/16:10NBO - JNB
1 stop9h 30mTAAG
Deal found 15/7R6 896
Tue 30/920:40JNB - NBO
1 stop9h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/106:10NBO - JNB
1 stop9h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/7R7 450
Mon 4/810:15JNB - NBO
1 stop23h 45mZambia Airways
Tue 12/811:45NBO - JNB
2 stops8h 20mZambia Airways
Deal found 15/7R7 557
Tue 29/714:15JNB - NBO
2 stops15h 15mAir Tanzania
Tue 5/87:10NBO - JNB
1 stop7h 05mAir Tanzania
Deal found 14/7R7 843
Fri 22/86:00CPT - NBO
2 stops23h 35mKenya Airways
Sat 30/88:15NBO - CPT
Nonstop5h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 14/7R8 915
Thu 28/818:05CPT - NBO
2 stops18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/918:00NBO - CPT
2 stops15h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/7R9 790
Tue 19/815:25CPT - NBO
1 stop9h 15mEthiopian Air
Wed 27/83:45NBO - CPT
1 stop10h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/7R9 898
Fri 22/86:05CPT - NBO
1 stop7h 35mAirlink
Fri 29/82:15NBO - CPT
1 stop13h 20mAirlink
Deal found 14/7R11 756

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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 16 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Nairobi that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Nairobi

Route

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 199

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/8

22:50-13:10

1 stop13h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 4/9

18:00-3:55

1 stop10h 55m

R6 450

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/8

5:30-21:25

2 stops14h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 19/8

9:05-0:05

2 stops16h 00m

R6 485

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/12

16:40-5:10

1 stop11h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 4/1

6:10-14:40

1 stop9h 30m

R6 896

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 31/7

3:10-4:55

2 stops24h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 5/8

5:30-14:20

1 stop9h 50m

R7 271

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/9

20:40-7:15

1 stop9h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 3/10

6:10-14:40

1 stop9h 30m

R7 450

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/8

10:15-11:00

1 stop23h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 12/8

11:45-19:05

2 stops8h 20m

R7 557

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 29/7

14:15-6:30

2 stops15h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 5/8

7:10-13:15

1 stop7h 05m

R7 843

Cape TownNairobi

CPT - NBO

CPTNBO

Cape Town Intl

Fri 22/8

6:00-6:35

2 stops23h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 30/8

8:15-13:00

Nonstop5h 45m

R8 915

Cape TownNairobi

CPT - NBO

CPTNBO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/8

18:05-13:10

2 stops18h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 4/9

18:00-8:15

2 stops15h 15m

R9 790

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Nairobi

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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 August is currently the most expensive (average of R523). 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 16 July 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 27% 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 16 July 2025.

The most flights from ZA0 to NB0 are scheduled on a Monday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

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 16 July 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Airlink, Emirates, andASKY from South Africa to Nairobi by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,6

Boarding

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Overall

8,6

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
8,6
Very Good

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,6

Boarding

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Overall

8,6

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

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,6

Boarding

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Overall

8,6

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

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,6

Boarding

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Overall

8,6

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

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,6

Boarding

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Overall

8,6

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 TAAG, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R3 984. Uganda Airlines flights start at R4 073 while deals on Zambia Airways start at R4 574 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%), Airlink (98%), Emirates( 90%).

  • 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 R19 156, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R3 645. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl), is priced around R4 806.

  • 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 August is currently the most expensive (average of R523). 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 Nairobi

Discover the top 10 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 16 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
TAAGCheapestR3 969AverageR5 358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Uganda AirlinesCheapestR5 296AverageR6 491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR5 535AverageR7 467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 869AverageR9 178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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ASKYCheapestR6 359AverageR6 799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR6 956AverageR7 945FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Zambia AirwaysCheapestR7 250AverageR7 748FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR7 883AverageR11 060FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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AirlinkCheapestR9 222AverageR11 855FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR14 326AverageR16 969FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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