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Nairobi.ج.م.‏ 9,966 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Mar.One-way flight with Uganda Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Uganda Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 11 Mar, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 9,966, select.
Nairobi.ج.م.‏ 10,020 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Sep.One-way flight with Uganda Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Uganda Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 10,020, select.
Nairobi.ج.م.‏ 10,031 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Uganda Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Uganda Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 10,031, select.
Nairobi.ج.م.‏ 10,124 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Nov.One-way flight with Uganda Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Uganda Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 10,124, select.
Nairobi.ج.م.‏ 11,698 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Apr.One-way flight with Uganda Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Uganda Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 16 Apr, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 11,698, select.
Nairobi.ج.م.‏ 11,706 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Aug.One-way flight with Uganda Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Uganda Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 13 Aug, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 11,706, select.
Nairobi.ج.م.‏ 11,706 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 May.One-way flight with Uganda Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Uganda Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 1 May, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 11,706, select.
Nairobi.ج.م.‏ 11,706 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Jun.One-way flight with Uganda Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Uganda Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 11 Jun, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 11,706, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Nairobi

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Nairobi flights are currently cheapest in March.
Feb
from ج.م.‏ 19,663
Mar
from ج.م.‏ 9,973
Apr
from ج.م.‏ 11,706
May
from ج.م.‏ 11,714
Jun
from ج.م.‏ 11,714
Jul
from ج.م.‏ 12,155
Aug
from ج.م.‏ 11,714
Sep
from ج.م.‏ 10,028
Oct
from ج.م.‏ 10,039
Nov
from ج.م.‏ 10,131
Dec
from ج.م.‏ 12,867
Jan
from ج.م.‏ 13,739

Direct flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Nairobi

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Johannesburg to Nairobi: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundج.م.‏ 9,973
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time4 hrs, 6 mins
Most popular airlineKenya Airways
Average flights per week71

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

There are 2 airports in Nairobi: Nairobi Wilson and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.
The best price we found for a return flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Nairobi is ج.م.‏ 16,394. 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 6 minutes is the average flight time from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Nairobi.
Kenya Airways, South African Airways and Saudia fly direct from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Nairobi.
As of February 2025, there are 71 flights per week flying from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Nairobi.
The cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Nairobi is usually February 2025.
If you're flying from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport, the cheapest airport near Nairobi is Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta – which is 13.2 km away from the centre of Nairobi. We've found flights into this airport from ج.م.‏ 16,394.
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 on Friday, 7 March 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 6 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 Nairobi 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 Nairobi is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In February, the average temperature is usually around 21°C. April is typically the warmest month in Nairobi, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is June, with temperatures averaging 13°C. The rainiest month is April.
Currently, Ethiopian Airlines and Kenya Airways offer the cheapest flight tickets to Nairobi.

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

  • Approximately 4 hours 12 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Nairobi.

  • Nairobi is 1 hour ahead of Johannesburg, where O.R. Tambo International Airport is located. Nairobi operates on the UTC+3 timezone.

  • O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is the most popular route, with 45 weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from JNB to NBO is with Kenya Airways at 17:00. Choose the first departure with Kenya Airways at 01:15 if you want to get going early.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from JNB to Nairobi.

  • Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

  • Direct flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Nairobi are available for booking. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is where you'll be landing.

  • Kenya Airways is a leading airline that offers direct flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Nairobi.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from JNB to Nairobi. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a pause at one of these popular options:

    • Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)

    • RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE)

    • Kigali International Airport (KGL)

  • If you have a passport from South Africa, you'll need an ETA to enter Kenya. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Nairobi for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules before you book and definitely before flying.

  • JNB is about 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 29 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 1 hour and 12 minutes.

  • Need a handy hotel close to JNB? If you've booked an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Nairobi, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

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

  • The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Nairobi is ج.م.‏ 9,966. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م.‏ 16,406. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Score cheap tickets from JNB to Nairobi by booking at least 1 month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Nairobi is September. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest travel date.

  • Locking in a cheap ticket from JNB to Nairobi is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Nairobi. Simply select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Nairobi

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

  • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is around 14 kilometres from central Nairobi. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 22 minutes.

  • It takes around 1 hour and 11 minutes to get there by public transport.

  • Consider booking a hotel close to NBO if you're catching a late flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Nairobi. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

Wilson Airport (WIL)

Best time to go to Nairobi

  • July is the busiest month for flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Nairobi. To skip the crowds, head to Nairobi in February when it's quieter.

  • Lock in your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Nairobi for March to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 14ºC to 30ºC.

  • July sees average temperatures of between 12ºC and 24ºC. Search for cheap flights from JNB to Nairobi sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Nairobi

  • After booking your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Nairobi, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Nairobi:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Nairobi National Park, The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Westlands Maasai Market D at the roof top are leading attractions which should be on any good Nairobi itinerary.

Complete your Nairobi trip with a car rental

  • We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Nairobi to track down amazing deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and easily compare your options. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know about car rentals in Nairobi, from the most popular rental company to the best time to book.

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