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Cheap flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R3 848

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 30/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NBO — JNB
Jan 24 — Jan 311
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in October or May, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from Nairobi to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Nairobi to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 December 2025.

Fri 26/126:10NBO - JNB
1 stop9h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 21/112:50JNB - NBO
1 stop7h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/12R7 762
Fri 26/126:10NBO - JNB
1 stop9h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/116:50JNB - NBO
1 stop26h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/12R8 278
Sat 27/1220:50NBO - JNB
1 stop18h 30mRwandAir
Tue 30/1216:50JNB - NBO
1 stop26h 20mRwandAir
Deal found 25/12R9 028
Sat 27/1220:50NBO - JNB
1 stop18h 30mRwandAir
Wed 7/116:50JNB - NBO
2 stops11h 05mRwandAir
Deal found 23/12R9 244
Sun 28/123:45NBO - JNB
1 stop10h 20mEthiopian Air
Mon 19/114:30JNB - NBO
1 stop10h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/12R9 411
Thu 25/1212:30NBO - JNB
1 stop8h 10mUganda Airlines
Fri 26/1212:50JNB - NBO
1 stop7h 35mUganda Airlines
Deal found 24/12R9 527
Sat 27/1217:30NBO - JNB
1 stop11h 25mEthiopian Air
Tue 30/1223:00JNB - NBO
1 stop13h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/12R9 544
Sun 28/126:10NBO - JNB
1 stop9h 30mTAAG
Sun 4/116:40JNB - NBO
1 stop21h 10mTAAG
Deal found 24/12R9 677
Mon 29/126:15NBO - JNB
1 stop7h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 19/15:30JNB - NBO
2 stops14h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/12R9 744
Sat 27/126:15NBO - JNB
1 stop7h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/116:50JNB - NBO
1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/12R9 894

Find flight deals from Nairobi to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Nairobi (NB0) to OR Tambo (JNB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 25 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R5 530

One-way from

R3 848

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Average price

R9 178
TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 29/3-9/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 00m total
  • Nairobi to Johannesburg
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TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 30/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 30m total
  • Nairobi to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R9 481 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 112 potential savings vs. average return price).
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NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 24/3

8:00-19:40

1 stop12h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/4

20:40-7:15

1 stop9h 35m

R7 029

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 26/3

12:30-19:40

1 stop8h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/4

12:50-21:25

1 stop7h 35m

R7 046

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 10/2

8:00-19:40

1 stop12h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/2

12:50-21:25

1 stop7h 35m

R7 145

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 15/2

12:00-23:45

1 stop12h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/2

12:50-21:25

1 stop7h 35m

R7 145

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 10/2

8:00-19:40

1 stop12h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

12:50-21:25

1 stop7h 35m

R7 145

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 5/2

8:00-19:40

1 stop12h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/2

20:40-7:15

1 stop9h 35m

R7 145

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 3/4

6:10-14:40

1 stop9h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/4

12:50-21:25

1 stop7h 35m

R7 762

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 10/2

8:00-19:40

1 stop12h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/2

12:50-21:25

1 stop7h 35m

R7 778

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 11/1

6:10-14:40

1 stop9h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/1

16:40-5:10

1 stop11h 30m

R7 895

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 26/3

11:45-9:25

2 stops22h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/4

10:15-11:00

1 stop23h 45m

R8 161

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Best time to book a flight from Nairobi to OR Tambo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Nairobi to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 19 December 2025.

Booking 75 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R3 848). Flying from Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of R6 846). 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 NBO to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Nairobi to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 25 December 2025.

When flying from Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 50% versus a flight at midday.

Weekly flight availability from Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Nairobi to OR Tambo. 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 25 December 2025.

The most flights from NB0 to JNB are scheduled on a Wednesday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

How often are flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg delayed?

About 19% of weekly flights between Nairobi and Johannesburg have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 151 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Nairobi to Johannesburg flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon 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?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Nairobi to Johannesburg 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 OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 25 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Airlink, RwandAir, andKenya Airways from Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
83 reviews
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Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Overall

8,5

Crew

8,9

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

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Overall

8,5

Crew

8,9

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
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Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Overall

8,5

Crew

8,9

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

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Overall

8,5

Crew

8,9

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 Nairobi to OR Tambo. 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 Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Departing from Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport will take you 12h 40m. There are 2908 km between Nairobi and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at R3 723, TAAG will fly you from Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and back. In addition to TAAG, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air Tanzania and Uganda Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R6 447 and R6 545, respectively. You may be able to fly from Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for 56% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for TAAG. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R2 579. Users have also found prices from R3 866 and R4 195 on Uganda Airlines and Air Tanzania, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Qatar Airways (72%), Royal Air Maroc (72%) and Kenya Airways (68%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    While on average a flight from Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is generally R11 015, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R7 844. When looking at the most popular route, (Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay R3 898 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights have a stopover in Dar Es Salaam most often.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights have a stopover in Lilongwe least often.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Nairobi to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Nairobi to OR Tambo?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Nairobi to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Nairobi to OR Tambo 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 Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R3 848). Flying from Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of R6 846). 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 Nairobi to OR Tambo

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Nairobi to OR Tambo. 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 25 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
TAAGCheapestR3 723AverageR5 787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR6 524AverageR7 408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Uganda AirlinesCheapestR6 571AverageR7 025FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR6 764AverageR7 478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Zambia AirwaysCheapestR7 499AverageR7 943FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 837AverageR9 278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR9 093AverageR10 611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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AirlinkCheapestR9 884AverageR10 583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR13 395AverageR14 474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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