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Cheap flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R5 184

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 10/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NBO — JNB
Jul 4 — Jul 111
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in May or June, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday 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 29 June 2025.

Round-trip from

R7 339

One-way from

R5 184

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R9 067
Uganda Airlines
  • Uganda Airlines
  • 23/10-5/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 20h 15m total
  • Nairobi to Johannesburg
Air Tanzania
  • Air Tanzania
  • 10/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 25m total
  • Nairobi to Johannesburg
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R11 044 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 229 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 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 29 June 2025.

Thu 23/108:00NBO - JNB
1 stop12h 40mUganda Airlines
Wed 5/1112:50JNB - NBO
1 stop7h 35mUganda Airlines
Deal found 29/6R7 339
Sun 27/723:50NBO - JNB
1 stop14h 25mAir Tanzania
Sat 2/814:15JNB - NBO
1 stop7h 05mAir Tanzania
Deal found 27/6R7 784
Thu 6/1111:45NBO - JNB
2 stops22h 40mZambia Airways
Thu 13/1119:25JNB - NBO
2 stops22h 45mZambia Airways
Deal found 27/6R8 176
Tue 7/105:30NBO - JNB
1 stop9h 50mRwandAir
Sun 12/103:10JNB - NBO
1 stop8h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 27/6R8 497
Tue 7/107:10NBO - JNB
1 stop7h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/1020:40JNB - NBO
1 stop9h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/6R8 621

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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 29 June 2025.
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Fly from

Nairobi

Fly to

OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 23/10

8:00-19:40

1 stop12h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/11

12:50-21:25

1 stop7h 35m

R7 339

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 27/7

23:50-13:15

1 stop14h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/8

14:15-22:20

1 stop7h 05m

R7 784

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 6/11

11:45-9:25

2 stops22h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/11

19:25-19:10

2 stops22h 45m

R8 176

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 7/10

5:30-14:20

1 stop9h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/10

3:10-12:20

1 stop8h 10m

R8 497

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 7/10

7:10-13:15

1 stop7h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/10

20:40-7:15

1 stop9h 35m

R8 621

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 10/7

23:50-13:15

1 stop14h 25m

R5 184

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 24/7

11:45-19:05

2 stops8h 20m

R5 255

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 28/7

6:15-11:35

2 stops6h 20m

R5 469

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 15/8

16:00-11:35

2 stops20h 35m

R5 664

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 23/7

9:05-0:05

2 stops16h 00m

R6 484

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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 27 June 2025.

Booking 88 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 29 June 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 at midday, which can drop the price by up to 20% versus a flight in the morning.

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 29 June 2025.

The most flights from NB0 to JNB are scheduled on a Saturday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 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 29 June 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Airlink, ASKY, andEthiopian Air 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.

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

8,6

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

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

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

8,6

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

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

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

8,6

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

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

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

8,6

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

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

Entertainment

6,6

Overall

8,6

Crew

8,9

Boarding

8,5

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

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

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

    Currently priced at R7 339, Uganda Airlines will fly you from Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and back. In addition to Uganda Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air Tanzania and Zambia Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R7 784 and R8 176, respectively. You may be able to fly from Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for 27% 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 Air Tanzania. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R5 184. Users have also found prices from R5 255 and R5 469 on Zambia Airways and Ethiopian Air, 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 Airlink (93%), Qatar Airways (87%) and SAUDIA (81%).

  • 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 704, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R7 078. When looking at the most popular route, (Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay R4 435 for that flight.

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

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

  • 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 29 June 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air TanzaniaCheapestR6 893AverageR7 962FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Uganda AirlinesCheapestR7 101AverageR8 155FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR7 383AverageR9 728FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Zambia AirwaysCheapestR7 736AverageR8 750FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 367AverageR9 673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 347AverageR11 598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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AirlinkCheapestR10 762AverageR11 390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR13 083AverageR14 770FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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