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Cheap flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R4 523

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 16/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NBO — JNB
May 17 — May 241
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in December or January, booked 41 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 12 May 2025.

Round-trip from

R7 230

One-way from

R4 523

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

December

Average price

R10 936
RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 28/5-3/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 20h 55m total
  • Nairobi to Johannesburg
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Uganda Airlines
  • Uganda Airlines
  • 16/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 6h 20m total
  • Nairobi to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R9 581 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 045 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 12 May 2025.

Wed 14/55:30NBO - JNB
1 stop9h 50mRwandAir
Sun 18/516:50JNB - NBO
2 stops11h 05mRwandAir
Deal found 12/5R7 230
Thu 6/118:00NBO - JNB
1 stop12h 40mUganda Airlines
Thu 13/1120:40JNB - NBO
1 stop9h 35mUganda Airlines
Deal found 11/5R7 285
Mon 1/97:10NBO - JNB
1 stop7h 05mAir Tanzania
Fri 19/914:15JNB - NBO
1 stop7h 05mAir Tanzania
Deal found 11/5R8 047
Thu 19/611:45NBO - JNB
2 stops7h 45mNAYSA
Thu 3/719:25JNB - NBO
2 stops22h 45mNAYSA
Deal found 12/5R8 302
Fri 6/623:00NBO - JNB
1 stop15h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 17/620:40JNB - NBO
1 stop9h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5R8 956
Wed 18/63:45NBO - JNB
1 stop10h 20mEthiopian Air
Sun 22/622:50JNB - NBO
1 stop13h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/5R9 483
Wed 18/69:05NBO - JNB
2 stops16h 35mASKY
Thu 3/74:00JNB - NBO
2 stops16h 25mASKY
Deal found 12/5R10 536
Thu 19/66:30NBO - JNB
Nonstop4h 15mKenya Airways
Sun 22/612:10JNB - NBO
Nonstop4h 05mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/5R10 954

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 12 May 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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Nairobi

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 28/5

5:30-14:20

1 stop9h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/6

16:50-4:55

2 stops11h 05m

R7 230

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 6/11

8:00-19:40

1 stop12h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/11

20:40-7:15

1 stop9h 35m

R7 285

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 1/9

7:10-13:15

1 stop7h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/9

14:15-22:20

1 stop7h 05m

R8 047

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 26/6

11:45-18:30

2 stops7h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/7

19:25-19:10

2 stops22h 45m

R8 302

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 6/6

23:00-13:15

1 stop15h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/6

20:40-7:15

1 stop9h 35m

R8 956

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 18/6

3:45-13:05

1 stop10h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/6

22:50-13:10

1 stop13h 20m

R9 483

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 28/5

21:00-0:15

Nonstop4h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/6

17:00-22:05

Nonstop4h 05m

R10 827

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 4/6

9:05-0:40

2 stops16h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/6

4:00-21:25

2 stops16h 25m

R10 936

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 1/6

2:15-5:25

Nonstop4h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/6

20:30-1:30

Nonstop4h 00m

R11 099

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 16/9

14:20-19:40

1 stop6h 20m

R4 523

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Best time to book a flight from Nairobi to OR Tambo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to OR Tambo from Nairobi with our price prediction graph.
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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 9 May 2025.

Booking 41 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 12 May 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 19% 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 12 May 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 (6 on average).

Rainfall in OR Tambo by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

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 12 May 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Nairobi to Johannesburg, see what other customers have to say about Airlink, ASKY and South African. 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
67 reviews
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Boarding

8,5

Crew

9,0

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,6

Entertainment

6,6

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
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
67 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
67 reviews
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Boarding

8,5

Crew

9,0

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,6

Entertainment

6,6

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
ASKY
7,5
Good
53 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
67 reviews
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Boarding

8,5

Crew

9,0

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,6

Entertainment

6,6

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
South African
7,5
Good
33 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,5

Crew

9,0

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,6

Entertainment

6,6

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
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 570 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,5

Crew

9,0

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,6

Entertainment

6,6

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

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.

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

    Currently priced at R7 230, RwandAir will fly you from Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and back. In addition to RwandAir, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Uganda Airlines and Air Tanzania - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R7 285 and R8 047, respectively. You may be able to fly from Nairobi to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for 33% 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 Uganda Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R4 523. Users have also found prices from R5 105 and R5 359 on Air Tanzania and NAYSA, 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 China Eastern (100%), SAUDIA (88%) and Airlink (86%).

  • 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 761, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R9 588. When looking at the most popular route, (Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay R7 067 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 Lilongwe 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 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 12 May 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air TanzaniaCheapestR7 019AverageR8 416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Uganda AirlinesCheapestR7 278AverageR8 394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR7 604AverageR10 930FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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NAYSACheapestR7 889AverageR8 937FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 363AverageR9 838FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 552AverageR12 068FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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AirlinkCheapestR10 973AverageR11 738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR13 342AverageR15 063FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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