$245 Cheap Flights from Nairobi (NBO) to Johannesburg (JNB)

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Popular airlines from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)

Cheap Flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg (NBO-JNB)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $245 for one-way flights and $248 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

TAAG Angola Airlines
Fri, Sep 26 - Thu, Oct 9
NBO
Nairobi
JNB
Johannesburg
$248 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$248
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select TAAG Angola Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 26 from Nairobi to Johannesburg, returning Thu, Oct 9, priced at $248 found 1 day ago
TAAG Angola Airlines
Fri, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 11
NBO
Nairobi
JNB
Johannesburg
$321 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$321
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select TAAG Angola Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 26 from Nairobi to Johannesburg, returning Sat, Oct 11, priced at $321 found 1 day ago
TAAG Angola Airlines
Fri, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 18
NBO
Nairobi
JNB
Johannesburg
$321 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$321
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select TAAG Angola Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 10 from Nairobi to Johannesburg, returning Sat, Oct 18, priced at $321 found 2 days ago
TAAG Angola Airlines
Fri, Nov 21 - Thu, Dec 11
NBO
Nairobi
JNB
Johannesburg
$336 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$336
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select TAAG Angola Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 21 from Nairobi to Johannesburg, returning Thu, Dec 11, priced at $336 found 6 days ago
TAAG Angola Airlines
Fri, Nov 28 - Thu, Dec 18
NBO
Nairobi
JNB
Johannesburg
$354 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$354
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select TAAG Angola Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 28 from Nairobi to Johannesburg, returning Thu, Dec 18, priced at $354 found 2 days ago
TAAG Angola Airlines
Sun, Sep 28 - Sat, Oct 11
NBO
Nairobi
JNB
Johannesburg
$393 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$393
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select TAAG Angola Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 28 from Nairobi to Johannesburg, returning Sat, Oct 11, priced at $393 found 1 day ago
Uganda Airlines
Thu, Sep 25 - Sun, Oct 12
NBO
Nairobi
JNB
Johannesburg
$416 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$416
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Uganda Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from Nairobi to Johannesburg, returning Sun, Oct 12, priced at $416 found 1 day ago
Zambia Airways
Tue, Jul 8 - Sun, Jul 20
NBO
Nairobi
JNB
Johannesburg
$475 Roundtrip, just found
$475
Roundtrip
just found
Select Zambia Airways flight, departing Tue, Jul 8 from Nairobi to Johannesburg, returning Sun, Jul 20, priced at $475 just found
Ethiopian Airlines
Mon, Jul 28 - Wed, Aug 6
NBO
Nairobi
JNB
Johannesburg
$566 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$566
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jul 28 from Nairobi to Johannesburg, returning Wed, Aug 6, priced at $566 found 2 hours ago
Kenya Airways
Thu, Jul 10 - Thu, Jul 17
NBO
Nairobi
JNB
Johannesburg
$607 Roundtrip, just found
$607
Roundtrip
just found
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Thu, Jul 10 from Nairobi to Johannesburg, returning Thu, Jul 17, priced at $607 just found

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From $413 - $576 per traveler.

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Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to O.R. Tambo Intl. JNB. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 17 minutes. Flights from $580
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O.R. Tambo Intl.
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Average driving time to city center17 min
Flights from $580
Flights from Nairobi (NBO) to Johannesburg (JNB)
Origin airport
Jomo Kenyatta Intl.
Destination airport
O.R. Tambo Intl.
Airlines serving
Airlink, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, Kenya Airways, Rwandair, South African Airways, TAAG Angola Airlines, Uganda Airlines, Zambia Airways
Roundtrip price
$248
Distance
1808 mi
Average flight time
3 hours 12 mins

Nairobi to Johannesburg Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Nairobi to Johannesburg

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Nairobi to Johannesburg

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Nairobi to Johannesburg

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Nairobi to Johannesburg in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $245 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Nairobi to Johannesburg flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Nairobi to Johannesburg airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) cost?
Cheap return flights from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) start at $608. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Kenya Airways flight leaving NBO on July 19 2025 and touching down at JNB. The price was last updated on June 22 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from NBO to JNB?
The cheapest flights from NBO to JNB are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
You can fly straight from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) on a Kenya Airways flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from NBO to JNB?
Right now, the cheapest airline operating one-way flights from NBO to JNB is Kenya Airways. You can book a seat on this route from $553. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from NBO on September 9 2025. Prices were last updated on June 22 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
When flying out of Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO), you'll have a choice from an average of 4 daily direct flights to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
More passengers fly between NBO and JNB at 3 PM than at any other point in the day. Looking for a quieter experience? Travel outside of rush hours and you're likely to save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from NBO to JNB?
Travel on a Thursday if you're looking for the best choice of flights from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB).
What is the earliest flight from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO)'s first flight to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) takes off at approximately 4:25AM UTC+3. With a flight time of 4h 15m, you'll touch down at around 7:40AM UTC+2.
How long does it take to fly from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
Flights from NBO to JNB have an average travel time of 4 hours and 12 minutes. The distance between these two airports is 1,800 mi.
What airline has the least delays from NBO to JNB?
South African Airways has the best track record for on-time direct flights from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB), with an on-time score of 84%. Use the Expedia App to check your flight status before you jet off and receive notifications about any changes.
What is the best time to fly from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
To touch down at O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) on schedule, opt for a flight that leaves from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Johannesburg from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO)?
Browse your flight options from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB). This is the only airport in Johannesburg you can land at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from NBO to JNB are generally more expensive. To secure the lowest rates, start searching for flights ahead of time. That being said, if you can play around with your travel dates, it's possible to find a cheap ticket right before your trip.
Is it cheaper to book a NBO to JNB flight and hotel package?
Securing a NBO to JNB flight and hotel package is generally cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your trip all in one place. Choose from our impressive range of accommodations and then add activities, car rentals and flights to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
In most instances, you can reschedule or cancel your NBO to JNB flight. However, there may be additional charges, especially if you booked over 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's policies and fees on flight changes, or if you want more information, head to our Customer Service portal.

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