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$195+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO)

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JNB — NBO
oct. 11 — oct. 181
sáb. 10/11
sáb. 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl are usually found in May or October, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated septiembre 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$347
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$195
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$452

Good round-trip deal

$488 or less

Good one-way deal

$289 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 septiembre 11, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 10/54:40 pmJNB - NBO
1 stop21h 10mTAAG
dom. 10/126:10 amNBO - JNB
1 stop9h 30mTAAG
Deal found 9/11$347
This Uganda Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Uganda Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/28:40 pmJNB - NBO
1 stop9h 35mUganda Airlines
mar. 10/78:00 amNBO - JNB
1 stop12h 40mUganda Airlines
Deal found 9/10$350
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 12/74:40 pmJNB - NBO
1 stop21h 10mTAAG
dom. 12/146:10 amNBO - JNB
1 stop9h 30mTAAG
Deal found 9/11$354
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jue. 10/98:40 pmJNB - NBO
1 stop9h 35mUganda Airlines
jue. 10/1612:30 pmNBO - JNB
1 stop8h 10mUganda Airlines
Deal found 9/11$370
This ASKY deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
mié. 12/315:30 amJNB - NBO
2 stops14h 55mASKY
jue. 1/159:05 amNBO - JNB
2 stops16h 00mASKY
Deal found 9/9$379
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vie. 10/3112:50 pmJNB - NBO
1 stop7h 35mUganda Airlines
mar. 11/48:00 amNBO - JNB
1 stop12h 40mUganda Airlines
Deal found 9/10$381
This ASKY deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
mié. 10/155:30 amJNB - NBO
2 stops14h 55mASKY
mar. 10/219:05 amNBO - JNB
2 stops16h 00mASKY
Deal found 9/11$382
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vie. 10/315:30 amJNB - NBO
2 stops14h 55mASKY
mar. 11/49:05 amNBO - JNB
2 stops16h 00mASKY
Deal found 9/11$391
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vie. 9/195:30 amJNB - NBO
2 stops14h 55mASKY
sáb. 9/279:05 amNBO - JNB
2 stops16h 00mASKY
Deal found 9/10$392
This Uganda Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Uganda Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 10/1112:50 pmJNB - NBO
1 stop7h 35mUganda Airlines
mar. 10/218:00 amNBO - JNB
1 stop12h 40mUganda Airlines
Deal found 9/9$403
This ASKY deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
mié. 12/315:30 amJNB - NBO
2 stops14h 55mASKY
sáb. 1/179:05 amNBO - JNB
2 stops16h 00mASKY
Deal found 9/9$405
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/181:25 amJNB - NBO
Nonstop4h 05mKenya Airways
sáb. 9/2710:55 pmNBO - JNB
1 stop16h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 9/10$413

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Customize your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo to Jomo Kenyatta Intl that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated septiembre 11, 2025.
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

vie. 10/31

5:30 am-9:25 pm

2 stops14h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

mar. 11/4

9:05 am-12:05 am

2 stops16h 00m

$391

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 10/10

12:50 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

dom. 10/19

2:20 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop9h 25m

$423

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 10/11

12:50 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

mar. 10/21

8:00 am-7:40 pm

1 stop12h 40m

$435

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 10/25

3:10 am-12:20 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

dom. 11/2

5:30 am-2:20 pm

1 stop9h 50m

$437

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 10/11

4:50 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

sáb. 10/18

1:00 pm-2:20 am

1 stop14h 20m

$438

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 10/11

7:50 pm-7:10 pm

2 stops22h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

mar. 10/21

11:45 am-7:05 pm

2 stops8h 20m

$469

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 10/4

3:10 am-4:55 am

2 stops24h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

dom. 10/12

8:50 pm-2:20 am

1 stop6h 30m

$497

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 10/10

3:10 am-4:55 am

2 stops24h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

mar. 10/21

1:00 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop26h 20m

$497

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 10/7

4:50 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

mié. 10/29

1:00 pm-2:20 am

1 stop14h 20m

$497

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 10/15

3:10 am-4:55 am

2 stops24h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

lun. 10/20

8:50 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop18h 30m

$497

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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.

Read more about JNBby Paul Rubio
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

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Jomo Kenyatta Intl from OR Tambo with our price prediction graph.
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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 August 29, 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 $1,484). 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 septiembre 11, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 26% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, 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 September 7, 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. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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

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 septiembre 11, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, such as Airlink, RwandAir, and Ethiopian Air. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8.6
Very good
76 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.4

Food

8.0

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
8.6
Very good
76 reviews
Airlink
8.6
Very good
76 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.4

Food

8.0

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
7.6
Good
36 reviews
Airlink
8.6
Very good
76 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.4

Food

8.0

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
861 reviews
Airlink
8.6
Very good
76 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.4

Food

8.0

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
Kenya Airways
6.9
Okay
281 reviews
Airlink
8.6
Very good
76 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.4

Food

8.0

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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  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    ASKY, Uganda Airlines, and RwandAir can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport in just under 7h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 7h 20m. There are 1807 mi between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 $312. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Uganda Airlines, from $329, and Ethiopian Air, from $333. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport for 33% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • 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 Qatar Airways (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 $214. While the most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl) can be booked for $277 on average, our data indicates $1,288 when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Jomo Kenyatta Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to Jomo Kenyatta Intl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to Jomo Kenyatta Intl.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Jomo Kenyatta Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to Jomo Kenyatta Intl by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • 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 $1,484). 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 septiembre 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$312Average$522FlexibilityNo 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$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Zambia AirwaysCheapest$410Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AirlinkCheapest$460Average$549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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