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Johannesburg.R 4,593 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 May.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Fri, 9 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,593, select.
Johannesburg.R 4,597 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Apr.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sat, 26 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,597, select.
Johannesburg.R 4,643 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Jun.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,643, select.
Johannesburg.R 5,136 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Oct.One-way flight with Uganda Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Uganda Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, 14 Oct, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,136, select.
Johannesburg.R 5,398 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Jul.One-way flight with Zambia Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Zambia Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, 22 Jul, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,398, select.
Johannesburg.R 5,426 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Jan.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sat, 24 Jan, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,426, select.
Johannesburg.R 5,476 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 Aug.One-way flight with Uganda Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Uganda Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 21 Aug, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,476, select.
Johannesburg.R 5,606 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Dec.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sun, 14 Dec, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,606, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from R 4,597
May
from R 4,593
Jun
from R 4,643
Jul
from R 5,398
Aug
from R 5,476
Sep
from R 5,608
Oct
from R 5,136
Nov
from R 5,907
Dec
from R 5,606
Jan
from R 5,426
Feb
from R 6,472
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Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo: Alternative routes

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Nairobi to Johannesburg: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 4,593
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time4 hrs, 15 mins
Most popular airlineKenya Airways
Average flights per week101

Finding cheap flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo is R 6,613. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 15 minutes is the average flight time from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.
Kenya Airways, South African Airways and Saudia fly direct from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.
As of April 2025, there are 101 flights per week flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.
The cheapest month to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport on Tuesday, 27 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 15 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Johannesburg is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Air Tanzania and Kenya Airways offer the cheapest flight tickets to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

Travelling from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport is 4 hours 10 minutes.

  • Johannesburg is one hour behind Nairobi and observes the UTC+2 timezone.

  • Every week, there are 44 Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flights. If you want to be on board as soon as possible, jump on the 04:25 Kenya Airways flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 21:00 with Kenya Airways.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your NBO to JNB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.

  • During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

  • Jetting into Johannesburg (and then exploring more of South Africa!) is easy with Airlink (South Africa). This popular carrier offers direct flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport.

  • Most passengers choose to fly with Airlink (South Africa) on this route.

  • Airlink (South Africa) leads the way as the most punctual carrier for NBO to JNB flights, with 85.19% of services arriving on schedule.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between NBO and JNB include:

    • RG Mugabe International Airport

    • Kigali International Airport

    • Kenneth Kaunda International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight is R 4,593. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 6,613. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • Book five months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from NBO to JNB.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from NBO to JNB by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport.

Handy information about Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, data shows 67.1% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • Central Nairobi to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to NBO:

Arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • If you're landing on a late Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near JNB:

  • Go where the road takes you with an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and chase adventure across Johannesburg and beyond.

  • To get the best deal, book your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks before your trip.

Getting from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg

  • O.R. Tambo International Airport to central Johannesburg has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 29 kilometres away.

  • It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes when travelling by public transport.

When to fly to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Johannesburg based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • When reserving your flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Johannesburg, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from NBO to JNB in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.

Explore more of South Africa

  • You've seen Johannesburg, now it's time to discover other corners of South Africa. Travel about 18 kilometres west to Soweto to tick off its top sights. From Mjebha Park to Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Pretoria is another well-known destination in South Africa and is around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg. No journey is complete without visiting 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall.

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