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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Nairobi to Johannesburg? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Johannesburg.£190 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Mar.One-way flight with Uganda Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Uganda Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sun, 30 Mar, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From £190, select.

Johannesburg.£192 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Apr.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Fri, 18 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From £192, select.

Johannesburg.£193 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Sep.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 17 Sep, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From £193, select.

Johannesburg.£193 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Jul.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 17 Jul, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From £193, select.

Johannesburg.£193 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 May.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Fri, 23 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From £193, select.

Johannesburg.£200 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Oct.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 8 Oct, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From £200, select.

Johannesburg.£203 per passenger.Departing Sat, 22 Nov.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sat, 22 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From £203, select.

Johannesburg.£216 per passenger.Departing Sun, 29 Jun.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sun, 29 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From £216, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Johannesburg

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Nairobi to Johannesburg flights are currently cheapest in March.

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Nairobi to Johannesburg: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£190
Cheapest month to fly	March
Average flight time	4 hrs, 15 mins
Most popular airline	Kenya Airways
Average flights per week	62

Finding cheap flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Johannesburg?

There are 2 airports in Johannesburg: Johannesburg O.R. Tambo and Lanseria.

How much are return flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg?

The best price we found for a return flight from Nairobi to Johannesburg is £323. 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 Nairobi to Johannesburg?

4 hours and 15 minutes is the average flight time from Nairobi to Johannesburg.

Which airlines fly direct from Nairobi to Johannesburg?

Kenya Airways, South African Airways and Saudia fly direct from Nairobi to Johannesburg.

How many flights are there a week from Nairobi to Johannesburg?

As of March 2025, there are 62 flights per week flying from Nairobi to Johannesburg.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Johannesburg?

The cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Johannesburg is usually October.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Johannesburg?

If you're flying from Nairobi, the cheapest airport near Johannesburg is Johannesburg O.R. Tambo – which is 21.7 km away from the centre of Johannesburg. We've found flights into this airport from £323.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Nairobi to Johannesburg on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Nairobi to Johannesburg on Tuesday, 7 October 2025.

Can I get a direct flight from Nairobi to Johannesburg?

Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 15 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Nairobi to Johannesburg?

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 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 Johannesburg?

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.

What’s the weather like in Johannesburg?

In March, the average temperature is usually around 20°C. January is typically the warmest month in Johannesburg, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is June, with temperatures averaging 3°C. The rainiest month is December.

How to find cheap flights to Johannesburg from Nairobi

Looking for cheap tickets from Nairobi to Johannesburg? Here are a few tips on how to secure the best flight price and make your journey as smooth as possible.

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