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Cheapest return flight
R7 344
Typical prices: R8 328-R10 554
Ethiopian Air
Fri 26/10Sat 27/10
JNB - JRO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R4 706
Typical prices: R5 504-R6 752
Multiple Airlines
Thu 1/11
JNB - JRO • 2 stops
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 18% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
July
Cheapest • 26% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Cheapest • Avg R8 459 (return)
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO)
Shortest trip • 9h 00m (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

Tue, Mar 16 - Mon, Mar 22
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 1:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-JRO Arusha Kilimanjaro
9h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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2:10 - 13:30JRO  Arusha Kilimanjaro-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
12h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R7 882Ethiopian Air
Mon, Nov 2 - Sat, Nov 14
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:00 - 10:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-JRO Arusha Kilimanjaro
10h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
11:55 - 20:10JRO  Arusha Kilimanjaro-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
9h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R7 882Ethiopian Air
Wed, Oct 28 - Fri, Nov 6
Kenya Airways Logo
12:05 - 15:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-JRO Arusha Kilimanjaro
26h 50m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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10:05 - 15:50JRO  Arusha Kilimanjaro-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
6h 45m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R8 826Kenya Airways
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3
Kenya Airways Logo
17:00 - 2:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-JRO Arusha Kilimanjaro
8h 55m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Kenya Airways Logo
16:45 - 10:55JRO  Arusha Kilimanjaro-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 10m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R8 859Kenya Airways
Thu, Oct 29 - Fri, Nov 6
RwandAir Logo
17:45 - 14:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-JRO Arusha Kilimanjaro
19h 55m1 stop Kigali Intl
RwandAir Logo
15:10 - 2:20JRO  Arusha Kilimanjaro-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
12h 10m2 stops Dar Es Salaam Kigali Intl
R9 103RwandAir
Thu, Feb 25 - Fri, Mar 12
RwandAir Logo
17:45 - 14:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-JRO Arusha Kilimanjaro
19h 55m1 stop Kigali Intl
RwandAir Logo
15:10 - 2:20JRO  Arusha Kilimanjaro-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
12h 10m2 stops Dar Es Salaam Kigali Intl
R9 608RwandAir
Tue, Nov 24 - Sat, Nov 28
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:45 - 14:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-JRO Arusha Kilimanjaro
19h 55m1 stop Kigali Intl
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10:15 - 13:55JRO  Arusha Kilimanjaro-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 40m3 stops Zanzibar Intl Dar Es Salaam Kigali Intl
R9 673Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Nov 7
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:00 - 19:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-JRO Arusha Kilimanjaro
20h 05m1 stop Dar Es Salaam
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:15 - 7:55JRO  Arusha Kilimanjaro-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 40m2 stops Zanzibar Intl Dar Es Salaam
R9 705Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 25 - Fri, Mar 12
Air Tanzania Logo
14:15 - 6:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-JRO Arusha Kilimanjaro
14h 55m2 stops Zanzibar Intl Dar Es Salaam
Air Tanzania Logo
6:50 - 13:15JRO  Arusha Kilimanjaro-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
7h 25m2 stops Zanzibar Intl Dar Es Salaam
R9 950Air Tanzania
Mon, Feb 22 - Mon, Mar 8
Air Tanzania Logo
14:15 - 23:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-JRO Arusha Kilimanjaro
7h 45m2 stops Dar Es Salaam Zanzibar Intl
Air Tanzania Logo
23:40 - 13:15JRO  Arusha Kilimanjaro-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
14h 35m1 stop Dar Es Salaam
R10 145Air Tanzania
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Arusha flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Arusha with more confidence.

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

Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Arusha start at R7 344. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R8 328 to R10 554. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R7 344 on Ethiopian Air.

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

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Arusha and is 6% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 8% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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 872 return.
•February (R10 064) and April (R9 738) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 46% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices 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 18% 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

December

Cheapest flight

R4 706
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.
Flights 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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • 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 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

  • 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) – 51% of one-stop connections
    • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) – 44% of one-stop connections
    • Dar Es Salaam (DAR) – 5% of one-stop connections

    Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 13% on the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Arusha route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at R8 745 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at R10 031, a difference of R1 286. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 1% above the route average of R9 236. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A direct flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Arusha takes 0h 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.

  • 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 R7 344 to R55 326. 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 R8 528, which is 43% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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 00m, compared to 9h 48m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) and 10h 14m 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.

  • 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 328 to R10 554, with an average of R9 236 over the past 12 months. Anything below R8 328 counts as a good deal.

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 instead of Thursday. On this route, Friday flights average R8 745 – about R1 286 less than Thursday (13% 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 18% 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 872 return in that month – typically R3 192 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).

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