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Nairobi.$534 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Apr, returning Mon, 6 Apr.Return flight with TAAG Angola Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with TAAG Angola Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 2 Apr, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with TAAG Angola Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 6 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $534, select.

Nairobi.$634 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Jun, returning Mon, 29 Jun.Return flight with TAAG Angola Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with TAAG Angola Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 18 Jun, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with TAAG Angola Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 29 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $634, select.

Nairobi.$697 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 May, returning Sat, 9 May.Return flight with ASKY Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with ASKY Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with ASKY Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sat, 9 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $697, select.

Nairobi.$701 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Dec, returning Wed, 31 Dec.Return flight with RwandAir.Outbound indirect flight with RwandAir, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 25 Dec, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with RwandAir, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 31 Dec, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $701, select.

Nairobi.$719 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Jan, returning Mon, 26 Jan.Return flight with RwandAir.Outbound indirect flight with RwandAir, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 23 Jan, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with RwandAir, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 26 Jan, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $719, select.

Nairobi.$741 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Feb, returning Wed, 11 Feb.Return flight with RwandAir.Outbound indirect flight with RwandAir, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 4 Feb, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with RwandAir, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 11 Feb, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $741, select.

Nairobi.$793 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Oct, returning Sun, 18 Oct.Return flight with RwandAir.Outbound indirect flight with RwandAir, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with RwandAir, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sun, 18 Oct, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $793, select.

Nairobi.$797 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Aug, returning Wed, 26 Aug.Return flight with RwandAir.Outbound indirect flight with RwandAir, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 12 Aug, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with RwandAir, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $797, select.

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Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta: Alternative routes

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Johannesburg to Nairobi: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$534
Cheapest month to fly	April
Average flight time	4 hrs, 2 mins
Most popular airline	Kenya Airways
Average flights per week	108

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

How much are return flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta?

The best price we found for a return flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta is $533. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta?

4 hours and 2 minutes is the average flight time from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.

Which airlines fly direct from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta?

Kenya Airways, Royal Air Maroc and Saudia fly direct from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.

How many flights are there a week from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta?

As of December 2025, there are 108 flights per week flying from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta?

The cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta is usually April.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport on Thursday, 2 April 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 2 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta?

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 Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Nairobi?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Nairobi is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta with?

Currently, TAAG Angola Airlines and Kenya Airways offer the cheapest flight tickets to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.

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

Around 4 hours is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
The timezone in Nairobi is UTC+3, which is one hour ahead of Johannesburg.
You can choose from 45 weekly O.R. Tambo International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flights. The 01:15 departure with Kenya Airways is the earliest available. Kenya Airways operates the last service of the day at 17:00.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your JNB to NBO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Travelling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Getting to Nairobi (and then seeing more of Kenya!) is a snap with Airlink (South Africa). This popular airline has direct flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Airlink (South Africa).
With an impressive 96.55% of services arriving as scheduled, Airlink (South Africa) is the most punctual carrier offering JNB to NBO flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between JNB and NBO:
- Kenneth Kaunda International Airport
- RG Mugabe International Airport
- Kigali International Airport

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

Right now, $356 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way O.R. Tambo International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $534. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book ten months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from JNB to NBO.
September is the cheapest month for flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
Finding cheap flights from JNB to NBO is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new deal comes up.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

77.1% of flights that take off from O.R. Tambo International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Johannesburg to O.R. Tambo International Airport is approximately 29 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to JNB? If you're boarding an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

If you're arriving on a late O.R. Tambo International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these hotels near NBO:
Pick up a Jomo Kenyatta International Airport rental car and explore Nairobi and beyond with your own set of wheels. Auto-Union, Green Motion and Hertz are popular providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport around three weeks before travelling.

Getting from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi

From Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Nairobi is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.

When to fly to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

July is the busiest month for flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Nairobi in February.
The warmest month in Nairobi is March, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from JNB to NBO in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12ºC and 24ºC on average.

Explore more of Kenya

You've visited Nairobi, now it's time to discover other parts of Kenya. Travel about 434 kilometres south-east to Mombasa to check off its leading sights. From Fort Jesus to Haller Park and Old Town of Mombasa, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 145 kilometres north-west of Nairobi, Nakuru is another essential stop in Kenya. Start your sightseeing at ARTHUR GARDENS (WEDDING/EVENT GROUNDS), Upper Hill estate and Muhia's Conservation Forest.