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Cheap flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R4 856

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 17/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NBO — JNB
Oct 17 — Oct 241
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in May or June, booked 67 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Thursday

Cheap 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 17 September 2025.

Round-trip from

R5 568

One-way from

R4 856

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R9 990
TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 1/12-6/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 20m total
  • Nairobi to Johannesburg
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Air Tanzania
  • Air Tanzania
  • 17/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 7h 25m total
  • Nairobi to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R13 374 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 855 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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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 17 September 2025.

Mon 1/1215:50NBO - JNB
1 stop23h 50mTAAG
Sat 6/1216:40JNB - NBO
1 stop11h 30mTAAG
Deal found 16/9R5 568
Fri 21/116:10NBO - JNB
1 stop9h 30mTAAG
Sat 29/1116:40JNB - NBO
1 stop11h 30mTAAG
Deal found 17/9R5 585
Fri 19/96:10NBO - JNB
1 stop9h 30mTAAG
Sun 19/1016:40JNB - NBO
1 stop21h 10mTAAG
Deal found 15/9R5 706
Sun 5/106:10NBO - JNB
1 stop9h 30mTAAG
Thu 9/1016:40JNB - NBO
1 stop11h 30mTAAG
Deal found 16/9R5 758
Sun 28/96:10NBO - JNB
1 stop9h 30mTAAG
Thu 9/1016:40JNB - NBO
1 stop11h 30mTAAG
Deal found 16/9R5 776
Mon 22/915:50NBO - JNB
1 stop23h 50mTAAG
Thu 25/916:40JNB - NBO
1 stop11h 30mTAAG
Deal found 17/9R5 810
Mon 6/1015:50NBO - JNB
1 stop23h 50mTAAG
Thu 9/1016:40JNB - NBO
1 stop11h 30mTAAG
Deal found 16/9R5 828
Sun 5/106:10NBO - JNB
1 stop9h 30mTAAG
Sun 12/1016:40JNB - NBO
1 stop21h 10mTAAG
Deal found 16/9R5 845
Mon 22/915:50NBO - JNB
1 stop23h 50mTAAG
Thu 16/1016:40JNB - NBO
1 stop11h 30mTAAG
Deal found 15/9R5 984
Fri 28/116:10NBO - JNB
1 stop9h 30mTAAG
Sun 7/1216:40JNB - NBO
1 stop21h 10mTAAG
Deal found 16/9R6 001
Sun 12/106:10NBO - JNB
1 stop9h 30mTAAG
Thu 16/1016:40JNB - NBO
1 stop11h 30mTAAG
Deal found 16/9R6 036
Sun 28/96:10NBO - JNB
1 stop9h 30mTAAG
Thu 2/1016:40JNB - NBO
1 stop11h 30mTAAG
Deal found 15/9R6 157

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Nairobi to OR Tambo 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 17 September 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 18/12

11:45-18:30

2 stops7h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/1

19:25-19:10

2 stops22h 45m

R8 256

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 23/12

11:45-18:30

2 stops7h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/1

10:10-19:10

2 stops8h 00m

R8 256

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 30/11

19:55-9:30

1 stop14h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/12

19:25-19:10

2 stops22h 45m

R8 291

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 21/12

14:20-22:45

1 stop9h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/1

20:40-7:15

1 stop9h 35m

R8 533

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 11/11

8:00-19:40

1 stop12h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/1

12:50-21:25

1 stop7h 35m

R8 638

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 11/3

22:10-19:40

1 stop22h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

23:45-12:10

1 stop11h 25m

R9 193

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 22/10

23:50-13:15

1 stop14h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/10

3:10-20:10

1 stop16h 00m

R9 331

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 1/10

23:50-13:15

1 stop14h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/11

14:15-23:10

1 stop7h 55m

R9 401

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 1/10

3:45-13:05

1 stop10h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/10

12:20-20:00

2 stops6h 40m

R9 938

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 5/11

17:30-3:55

1 stop11h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/11

12:20-20:00

2 stops6h 40m

R9 973

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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 12 September 2025.

Booking 67 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 R89). Flying from Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 17 September 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 afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 3% 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 17 September 2025.

The most flights from NB0 to JNB are scheduled on a Monday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

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

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 17 September 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Airlink and Kenya 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
8,6
Very Good
76 reviews
Check prices

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,5

Crew

8,9

Comfort

8,4

Overall

8,6

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

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,5

Crew

8,9

Comfort

8,4

Overall

8,6

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
Kenya Airways
6,9
Okay
281 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
76 reviews
Check prices

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,5

Crew

8,9

Comfort

8,4

Overall

8,6

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 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 7h 45m. There are 2908 km between Nairobi and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at R6 800, Air Tanzania will fly you from Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and back. In addition to Air Tanzania, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Uganda Airlines and RwandAir - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R6 894 and R7 145, respectively. You may be able to fly from Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for 26% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • 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 Airlink (86%), Qatar Airways (80%) and Kenya Airways (71%).

  • 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 R10 720, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R9 215. When looking at the most popular route, (Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay R3 920 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. Lilongwe sees the next most stopovers on Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights.

  • 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 Blantyre 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 R89). Flying from Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 8 airlines flying from Nairobi to OR Tambo

Discover the top 8 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 17 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air TanzaniaCheapestR6 800AverageR7 757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Uganda AirlinesCheapestR6 894AverageR7 587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR7 145AverageR8 361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Zambia AirwaysCheapestR7 532AverageR8 484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 146AverageR9 637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 012AverageR11 151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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AirlinkCheapestR10 452AverageR11 053FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR12 739AverageR14 382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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