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Cheapest return flight
R6 880
Typical prices: R8 772-R11 479
Ethiopian Air
Sat 3/3Sat 3/3
JNB - JRO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R5 563
Typical prices: R5 707-R7 125
Kenya Airways
Mon 26/11
JNB - JRO • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Arusha. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
25 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 22% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
July
Cheapest • 28% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Cheapest • Avg R9 309 (return)
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO)
Shortest trip • 9h 14m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Arusha (JNB-JRO)

 
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Recent return flight deals from OR Tambo to Arusha

Wed, Mar 3 - Wed, Mar 3
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:20 - 18:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-JRO Arusha Kilimanjaro
8h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:55 - 13:30JRO  Arusha Kilimanjaro-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
12h 35m2 stops Zanzibar Intl Addis Ababa Bole
R6 880Ethiopian Air
Wed, Mar 3 - Thu, Mar 4
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:00 - 10:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-JRO Arusha Kilimanjaro
10h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
19:10 - 3:55JRO  Arusha Kilimanjaro-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
9h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R6 880Ethiopian Air
Thu, Nov 5 - Fri, Nov 6
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:00 - 12:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-JRO Arusha Kilimanjaro
12h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:10 - 3:55JRO  Arusha Kilimanjaro-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
10h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R7 423Ethiopian Air
Sun, Nov 8 - Fri, Jan 8
Kenya Airways Logo
17:00 - 9:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-JRO Arusha Kilimanjaro
15h 15m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Kenya Airways Logo
10:05 - 15:50JRO  Arusha Kilimanjaro-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
6h 45m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R9 135Kenya Airways
Sun, Dec 6 - Fri, Dec 11
RwandAir Logo
3:10 - 14:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-JRO Arusha Kilimanjaro
10h 30m1 stop Kigali Intl
RwandAir Logo
15:10 - 13:55JRO  Arusha Kilimanjaro-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 45m2 stops Dar Es Salaam Kigali Intl
R9 135RwandAir
Sun, Nov 29 - Sun, Dec 6
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:45 - 14:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-JRO Arusha Kilimanjaro
19h 55m1 stop Kigali Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:20 - 2:20JRO  Arusha Kilimanjaro-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
16h 00m2 stops Dar Es Salaam Kigali Intl
R9 480Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 25 - Tue, Mar 2
Air Tanzania Logo
14:15 - 19:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-JRO Arusha Kilimanjaro
28h 35m2 stops Zanzibar Intl Dar Es Salaam
Air Tanzania Logo
23:40 - 13:15JRO  Arusha Kilimanjaro-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
14h 35m1 stop Dar Es Salaam
R9 908Air Tanzania
Mon, Apr 12 - Mon, Apr 19
Kenya Airways Logo
12:10 - 0:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-JRO Arusha Kilimanjaro
11h 45m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Kenya Airways Logo
10:05 - 0:15JRO  Arusha Kilimanjaro-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 10m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R9 941Kenya Airways
Sun, Feb 28 - Sat, Mar 6
Air Tanzania Logo
14:15 - 23:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-JRO Arusha Kilimanjaro
7h 45m2 stops Dar Es Salaam Zanzibar Intl
Air Tanzania Logo
20:30 - 13:15JRO  Arusha Kilimanjaro-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
17h 45m2 stops Zanzibar Intl Dar Es Salaam
R10 007Air Tanzania
Wed, Feb 24 - Tue, Mar 2
Kenya Airways Logo
1:35 - 15:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-JRO Arusha Kilimanjaro
13h 20m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Kenya Airways Logo
10:05 - 15:50JRO  Arusha Kilimanjaro-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
6h 45m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R10 468Kenya Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Arusha flights

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How much is a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Arusha?

Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Arusha typically range from R8 772 to R11 479. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R6 880 on Ethiopian Air.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Arusha?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Arusha. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 5% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Arusha?

•July is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Arusha at R6 946 return.
•November (R11 340) and December (R10 583) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 63% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Arusha the cheapest?

Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Arusha are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 22% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Arusha flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

R5 563
Beat the crowds with an average 33% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 42% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Arusha

When to book flights from OR Tambo to Arusha

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from OR Tambo to Arusha based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Arusha flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Arusha?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Arusha:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Arusha?

    A direct flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Arusha takes 00m, covering 4 334 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Arusha?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Arusha flight?

    Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Arusha range from R8 772 to R11 479, with an average of R9 606 over the past 12 months. Anything below R8 772 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Arusha flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 2% above the R9 606 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Arusha changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R6 880 to R52 955. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Arusha looking right now?

    One-way fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Arusha are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R10 394, which is 68% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Arusha?

    Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Arusha usually depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) and arrive at Arusha Kilimanjaro (JRO).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Arusha pass through?

    One-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Arusha most commonly connect through:

    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 55% of one-stop connections
    • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) – 38% of one-stop connections
    • Dar Es Salaam (DAR) – 8% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Arusha?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 10% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Arusha. Friday is the cheapest departure day at R9 184 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at R10 139, a difference of R955.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Arusha?

    Flying via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 9h 14m, compared to 9h 40m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) and 10h via Dar Es Salaam (DAR).

  • What is the time difference between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Arusha?

    Arusha is 1 hour ahead of Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (Eastern Africa Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Arusha flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average R9 184, about R955 less than Sunday fares (9% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 22% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Arusha trip for July. Fares historically average R6 946 return in that month – typically R4 394 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).

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