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Cheapest return flight
R5 806
Typical prices: R7 026-R11 217
TAAG
Tue 18/12Thu 27/12
NBO - JNB • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
R11 562
Typical prices: R10 809-R12 543
Kenya Airways
Fri 9/2Sun 11/2
NBO - JNB • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Kenya Airways and Airlink. Average duration is 4h 13m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 89% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 35% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 15% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg R5 648 (return)
Shortest trip • 6h 26m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg (NBO-JNB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to OR Tambo

Fri, Dec 18 - Sun, Dec 27
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18:20 - 4:15NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
10h 55m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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16:40 - 17:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
23h 40m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
R5 806TAAG
6 hours ago
Sun, Jan 10 - Thu, Jan 28
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18:20 - 14:40NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 20m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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16:40 - 17:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
23h 40m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
R5 856TAAG
3+ days ago
Mon, Feb 22 - Mon, Mar 1
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16:10 - 13:15NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 05m2 stops Zanzibar Intl Dar Es Salaam
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14:15 - 23:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
7h 45m1 stop Dar Es Salaam
R6 604Air Tanzania
3+ days ago
Mon, Feb 22 - Mon, Mar 1
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16:10 - 13:15NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 05m2 stops Zanzibar Intl Dar Es Salaam
Air Tanzania Logo
14:15 - 23:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
7h 45m1 stop Dar Es Salaam
R6 771Air Tanzania
3+ days ago
Fri, Jan 15 - Wed, Jan 20
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18:20 - 14:40NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 20m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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13:45 - 22:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
8h 00m1 stop Entebbe
R7 669Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Fri, Dec 18 - Fri, Dec 25
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18:20 - 4:15NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
10h 55m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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13:45 - 22:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
8h 00m1 stop Entebbe
R8 085Multiple Airlines
7 hours ago
Tue, Jan 12 - Mon, Jan 25
Uganda Airlines Logo
19:55 - 2:00NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
7h 05m1 stop Entebbe
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13:45 - 22:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
8h 00m1 stop Entebbe
R8 235Uganda Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, Jan 11 - Fri, Jan 22
Uganda Airlines Logo
19:55 - 2:00NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
7h 05m1 stop Entebbe
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13:45 - 22:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
8h 00m1 stop Entebbe
R8 235Uganda Airlines
3+ days ago
Fri, Dec 18 - Fri, Dec 25
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20:50 - 2:20NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
6h 30m1 stop Kigali Intl
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17:45 - 4:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
10h 10m2 stops Kigali Intl Entebbe
R8 784RwandAir
7 hours ago
Thu, Dec 17 - Wed, Dec 23
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5:30 - 13:55NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
9h 25m1 stop Kigali Intl
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3:10 - 12:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
8h 10m1 stop Kigali Intl
R8 867RwandAir
1 day ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

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How much is a return flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Return flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport typically range from R7 026 to R11 217. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R5 806 on TAAG.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. It's 10% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 24% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at R7 187 return.
•April (R9 948) and October (R9 915) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 38% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 35% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

R3 760
Beat the crowds with an average 14% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 15% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

When to book flights from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to OR Tambo

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

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:30 and lands at 10:43
    • Latest: departs at 21:10 and lands at 1:23.

    The flight takes about 4h 13m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    A direct flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 4h 13m, covering 4 681 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    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 Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight?

    Return flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport range from R7 026 to R11 217, with an average of R8 454 over the past 12 months. Anything below R7 026 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 15% above the R8 454 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average R5 648 return via Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl (NBJ), compared with R11 620 for direct.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    The Embraer 190 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Kenya Airways and Airlink. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner variants.

  • How are flight departures from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, Night flights for 25%, and Evening flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 R5 806 to R41 026. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R5 052, which is 6% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB)?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging R494 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • Woodford
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport usually depart from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) and arrive at Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport route, 25% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 22m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl (NBJ) – 40% of one-stop connections
    • Dar Es Salaam (DAR) – 30% of one-stop connections
    • Kigali Intl (KGL) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Entebbe (EBB) – 11% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Friday is the cheapest departure day at R7 619 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at R10 497, a difference of R2 878.

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

  • Which airlines fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Kenya Airways
    • Airlink

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

    Flying via Lilongwe Intl (LLW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 6h 26m, compared to 8h 01m via Dar Es Salaam (DAR) and 9h 31m via Kigali Intl (KGL).

  • What is the time difference between Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 1 hour behind Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (South Africa Time vs Eastern Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Gold Reef City, Gallagher Convention Centre, and Sandton Convention Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights:

    • Airlink: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Kenya Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Airlink: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • South African: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Wednesday. On this route, Friday flights average R7 619, which is about R2 878 less than Wednesday fares (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 35% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip for May. Fares historically average R7 187 return in that month – typically R2 762 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Airlink. Over the past three months, 89% of Airlink flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 75%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 22m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl Airport (NBJ) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages R5 648 return on this route – about R5 972 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

    • Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport
    • Garden Court Or Tambo International Airport
    • Aero Guest Lodge

Prefer to fly direct from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo

Monday

Airlink,Kenya Airways

Airlink,Kenya Airways

Tuesday

Airlink,Kenya Airways

Airlink,Kenya Airways

Wednesday

Airlink,Kenya Airways

Airlink,Kenya Airways

Thursday

Airlink,Kenya Airways

Airlink,Kenya Airways

Friday

Airlink,Kenya Airways

Airlink,Kenya Airways

Saturday

Airlink,Kenya Airways

Airlink,Kenya Airways

Sunday

Airlink,Kenya Airways

Airlink,Kenya Airways

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Direct returns

Johannesburg OR Tambo to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Monday

Airlink,Kenya Airways

Airlink,Kenya Airways

Tuesday

Airlink,Kenya Airways

Airlink,Kenya Airways

Wednesday

Airlink,Kenya Airways

Airlink,Kenya Airways

Thursday

Airlink,Kenya Airways

Airlink,Kenya Airways

Friday

Airlink,Kenya Airways

Airlink,Kenya Airways

Saturday

Airlink,Kenya Airways

Airlink,Kenya Airways

Sunday

Airlink,Kenya Airways

Airlink,Kenya Airways

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