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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Kenya from R2 987

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 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — NBO
May 22 — May 291
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Kenya
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Kenya. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 April 2026.

Sun 14/616:40
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop23h 05m
TAAG
Sun 12/717:45
NBO
-
JNB
1 stop11h 30m
TAAG
Deal found 20/4R5 350
Sat 6/616:40
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop11h 30m
TAAG
Sun 14/617:45
NBO
-
JNB
1 stop11h 30m
TAAG
Deal found 18/4R5 399
Sat 8/85:45
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop22h 25m
TAAG
Sun 9/817:45
NBO
-
JNB
1 stop11h 30m
TAAG
Deal found 17/4R5 415
Sat 3/1012:50
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop7h 35m
Uganda Airlines
Tue 6/108:00
NBO
-
JNB
1 stop12h 40m
Uganda Airlines
Deal found 18/4R5 662
Wed 22/412:50
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop7h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 24/422:10
NBO
-
JNB
2 stops17h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4R5 727
Sun 6/90:45
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop10h 25m
Uganda Airlines
Thu 10/912:30
NBO
-
JNB
1 stop8h 10m
Uganda Airlines
Deal found 20/4R6 088
Fri 18/912:50
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop7h 35m
Uganda Airlines
Mon 5/108:00
NBO
-
JNB
1 stop8h 25m
Uganda Airlines
Deal found 20/4R6 105
Thu 4/620:40
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop9h 35m
Uganda Airlines
Thu 11/612:30
NBO
-
JNB
1 stop8h 10m
Uganda Airlines
Deal found 19/4R6 252
Wed 27/512:50
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop7h 35m
Uganda Airlines
Mon 1/68:00
NBO
-
JNB
1 stop8h 25m
Uganda Airlines
Deal found 21/4R6 334
Tue 19/520:40
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop9h 35m
Uganda Airlines
Tue 26/58:00
NBO
-
JNB
1 stop12h 40m
Uganda Airlines
Deal found 21/4R6 351
Fri 22/512:50
JNB
-
NBO
1 stop7h 35m
Uganda Airlines
Thu 28/512:30
NBO
-
JNB
1 stop8h 10m
Uganda Airlines
Deal found 19/4R6 449
Thu 4/612:10
JNB
-
MBA
1 stop8h 05m
Kenya Airways
Thu 11/64:55
MBA
-
JNB
1 stop7h 00m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 20/4R8 107

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Kenya

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Johannesburg to Kenya flight deals. Data was last updated 22 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R5 136

One-way from

R2 987

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

October

Average price

R7 828
TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 11/5-18/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Kenya
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TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 1/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Kenya
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R13 205 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 286 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Kenya 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 22 April 2026.
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JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/9

12:50-21:25

1 stop7h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 5/10

8:00-15:25

1 stop8h 25m

R6 105

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/10

20:40-7:15

1 stop9h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 11/10

12:00-23:45

1 stop12h 45m

R6 449

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/5

12:50-21:25

1 stop7h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 2/6

8:00-19:40

1 stop12h 40m

R6 827

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

20:40-7:15

1 stop9h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 9/6

8:00-19:40

1 stop12h 40m

R6 843

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

5:30-21:25

2 stops14h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 13/6

9:05-0:05

2 stops16h 00m

R7 992

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/7

12:50-21:25

1 stop7h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 26/7

12:00-23:45

1 stop12h 45m

R8 008

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/7

12:50-21:25

1 stop7h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 30/7

8:00-19:40

1 stop12h 40m

R8 008

JohannesburgMombasa

JNB - MBA

JNBMBA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/9

16:50-14:35

2 stops20h 45m

Mombasa Moi Intl

Sun 27/9

17:00-14:20

2 stops22h 20m

R8 402

JohannesburgMombasa

JNB - MBA

JNBMBA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/6

16:50-14:35

2 stops20h 45m

Mombasa Moi Intl

Mon 22/6

17:00-14:20

2 stops22h 20m

R8 648

JohannesburgMombasa

JNB - MBA

JNBMBA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/6

12:10-20:10

1 stop7h 00m

Mombasa Moi Intl

Mon 22/6

19:25-10:55

1 stop16h 30m

R8 698

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Kenya

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Kenya from Johannesburg with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Kenya

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Kenya?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Kenya (average of R6 482). Flying from Johannesburg to Kenya in January is currently the most expensive (average of R10 880). 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 JNB to KE?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Kenya. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 April 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg to Kenya in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 25% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Kenya?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Kenya. Price data was last updated on 18 April 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Kenya flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Kenya

Explore weekly flight availability from Johannesburg to Kenya. 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 22 April 2026.

The most flights from ZA1 to KE0 are scheduled on a Monday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

How often are flights from Johannesburg to Kenya delayed?

About 22% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and Kenya have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 158 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

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

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to Kenya flights?

Over the past year, Airlink have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Kenya

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kenya. 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 Kenya. Reviews last updated 22 April 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Airlink,RwandAir, andEthiopian Air from Johannesburg to Kenya have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
86 reviews
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Entertainment

6,5

Overall

8,5

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,4

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
86 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
86 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,5

Overall

8,5

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,4

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
7,8
Good
42 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
86 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,5

Overall

8,5

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,4

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
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 004 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
86 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,5

Overall

8,5

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,4

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
6,7
Okay
303 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
86 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,5

Overall

8,5

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,4

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
Uganda Airlines
4,1
Mediocre
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
86 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,5

Overall

8,5

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,4

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 Johannesburg to Kenya. 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 Johannesburg to Kenya?

    Uganda Airlines and RwandAir can get you from Johannesburg to Kenya in just under 7h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 13h 10m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2908 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Kenya one-way?

    R8 447 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on RwandAir and KLM, with prices starting from R8 655 and R12 653, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg to Kenya?

    Consider Airlink (98%), Turkish Airlines (96%) or Emirates (71%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Johannesburg to Kenya.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Kenya?

    While on average a flight from Johannesburg to Kenya is generally R17 993, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R4 097. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl), you can expect to pay R4 907 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Kenya that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Kenya flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Kenya?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Kenya?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Kenya 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 Johannesburg to Kenya?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Kenya (average of R6 482). Flying from Johannesburg to Kenya in January is currently the most expensive (average of R10 880). 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 Johannesburg to Kenya

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Kenya. 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 22 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
TAAGCheapestR3 471AverageR4 853FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Uganda AirlinesCheapestR4 794AverageR5 813FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR4 997AverageR6 717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 502AverageR7 076FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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ASKYCheapestR5 795AverageR6 296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR6 401AverageR7 208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Zambia AirwaysCheapestR6 882AverageR6 999FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR6 998AverageR12 145FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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AirlinkCheapestR8 379AverageR8 984FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR11 415AverageR14 040FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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