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$228+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO)

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JNB — NBO
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
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Round-trip from

$359
(Ethiopian Air)

One-way from

$228
(Uganda Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$511

Good round-trip deal

$451 or less

Good one-way deal

$272 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

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Sun 12/74:40 pmJNB - NBO
1 stop21h 10mTAAG
Sun 12/146:10 amNBO - JNB
1 stop9h 30mTAAG
Deal found 7/29$354
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Wed 9/1710:50 pmJNB - NBO
1 stop13h 20mEthiopian Air
Wed 9/246:00 pmNBO - JNB
1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/28$359
This ASKY deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure ASKY is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/15:30 amJNB - NBO
2 stops14h 55mASKY
Tue 10/79:05 amNBO - JNB
2 stops16h 00mASKY
Deal found 7/28$363
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Fri 10/312:50 pmJNB - NBO
1 stop7h 35mUganda Airlines
Tue 10/78:00 amNBO - JNB
1 stop12h 40mUganda Airlines
Deal found 7/28$371
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Thu 9/257:25 pmJNB - NBO
2 stops22h 45mZambia Airways
Tue 9/3011:45 amNBO - JNB
2 stops7h 45mZambia Airways
Deal found 7/27$428
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Thu 8/143:10 amJNB - NBO
2 stops24h 45mRwandAir
Mon 8/185:30 amNBO - JNB
1 stop21h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 7/28$434
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Fri 8/155:30 amJNB - NBO
2 stops14h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/166:15 amNBO - JNB
2 stops6h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$441
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Fri 8/152:15 pmJNB - NBO
1 stop7h 55mAir Tanzania
Sat 8/1611:50 pmNBO - JNB
1 stop14h 25mAir Tanzania
Deal found 7/29$445
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Fri 10/108:30 pmJNB - NBO
Nonstop4h 00mAirlink
Sun 10/122:15 amNBO - JNB
Nonstop4h 10mAirlink
Deal found 7/29$471

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport that are best for you.

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JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/17

10:50 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop13h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 9/24

6:00 pm-3:55 am

1 stop10h 55m

$359

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/1

5:30 am-9:25 pm

2 stops14h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 10/7

9:05 am-12:05 am

2 stops16h 00m

$363

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/3

12:50 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 10/9

12:30 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$371

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/25

7:25 pm-7:10 pm

2 stops22h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 9/30

11:45 am-6:30 pm

2 stops7h 45m

$428

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/24

3:10 am-4:55 am

2 stops24h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 9/30

1:00 pm-2:20 am

1 stop14h 20m

$433

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/25

2:15 pm-7:00 am

2 stops15h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 9/30

7:40 am-1:15 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$445

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/10

12:50 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 10/24

6:10 am-2:40 pm

1 stop9h 30m

$451

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/25

9:40 am-2:40 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 9/30

3:30 pm-6:40 pm

Nonstop4h 10m

$471

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/25

8:40 pm-7:15 am

1 stop9h 35m

$228

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/21

4:40 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop21h 10m

$238

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The best insider tips for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport trip
Airports
JNB

Arrive at JNB 3 hours before your flight due to potentially long security lines, especially during peak times.

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NBO

Use Uber or Bolt for reliable transport from NBO to Nairobi, but allow extra time for traffic.

Read more about NBOby Richard Holmes
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Richard Holmes

Expert on NBO

Richard Holmes

Richard Holmes

Based in Cape Town, Richard Holmes is a freelance travel writer who spends plenty of time at 35 000 feet. He’s deeply in love with the Okavango Delta, and has Antarctica at the top of his travelling bucket-list. When he’s not on another plane, you’ll find him running the trails of Table Mountain or surfing his local break.

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Paul Rubio

Expert on JNB

Paul Rubio

Paul Rubio

Travel journalist and photographer Paul Rubio is a Miami native (and current resident), who has lived in nine countries and traveled to 137. He is an expert in luxury travel, eco-travel, loyalty programs, hotels, airports and airlines. He is a contributing editor at AFAR, Condé Nast Traveler, LUXURY Magazine, and Palm Beach Illustrated.

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Jomo Kenyatta Intl

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from OR Tambo to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

Booking 85 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (average of $1,009). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,485). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to NBO?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 39% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from OR Tambo to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Price data was last updated on July 27, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from OR Tambo to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

The most flights from JNB to NBO are scheduled on a Tuesday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Kigali (KGL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 36% of 1-stop itineraries from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Luanda (LAD) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $282.

What’s the fastest layover option from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Kigali (KGL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 3h 29m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Kigali (KGL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 37m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Reviews last updated July 29, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, such as Airlink, ASKY, and RwandAir. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8.7
Very good
74 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.4

Crew

9.0

Food

8.0

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Airlink
8.7
Very good
74 reviews
Airlink
8.7
Very good
74 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.4

Crew

9.0

Food

8.0

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
ASKY
7.4
Good
60 reviews
Airlink
8.7
Very good
74 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.4

Crew

9.0

Food

8.0

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
RwandAir
7.2
Good
30 reviews
Airlink
8.7
Very good
74 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.4

Crew

9.0

Food

8.0

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
803 reviews
Airlink
8.7
Very good
74 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.4

Crew

9.0

Food

8.0

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport round-trip from $359. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are ASKY, from $363, and Uganda Airlines, from $371. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport for 24% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport are Uganda Airlines ($228), TAAG ($238), and RwandAir ($246).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport consider choosing Etihad Airways (100%), Airlink (98%) or Emirates (88%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $261. While the most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl) can be booked for $331 on average our data indicates $1,032 when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (average of $1,009). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,485). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$312Average$530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Uganda AirlinesCheapest$329Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Ethiopian AirCheapest$333Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
RwandAirCheapest$358Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air TanzaniaCheapest$391Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Zambia AirwaysCheapest$410Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AirlinkCheapest$453Average$550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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