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$294+ Cheap flights from Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) to OR Tambo (JNB)

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

$417
(Uganda Airlines)

One-way from

$294
(SmartFares)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$586

Good round-trip deal

$634 or less

Good one-way deal

$545 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This Uganda Airlines 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 Uganda Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/612:30 pmNBO - JNB
1 stop8h 10mUganda Airlines
Wed 11/1212:50 pmJNB - NBO
1 stop7h 35mUganda Airlines
Deal found 7/28$417
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1911:50 pmNBO - JNB
1 stop14h 25mAir Tanzania
Mon 8/252:15 pmJNB - NBO
1 stop7h 55mAir Tanzania
Deal found 7/29$445
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Sun 10/126:10 amNBO - JNB
1 stop9h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/1911:45 pmJNB - NBO
1 stop11h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$451
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Thu 8/2811:45 amNBO - JNB
2 stops8h 20mZambia Airways
Thu 9/47:25 pmJNB - NBO
2 stops22h 45mZambia Airways
Deal found 7/29$458
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Wed 9/33:30 pmNBO - JNB
Nonstop4h 10mAirlink
Tue 9/99:40 amJNB - NBO
Nonstop4h 00mAirlink
Deal found 7/29$523

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NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 10/7

8:00 am-7:40 pm

1 stop12h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/17

12:50 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$417

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 8/19

11:50 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop14h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/25

2:15 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$445

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 10/12

6:10 am-2:40 pm

1 stop9h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/19

11:45 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop11h 25m

$451

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 8/28

11:45 am-7:05 pm

2 stops8h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/4

7:25 pm-7:10 pm

2 stops22h 45m

$458

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 9/3

3:30 pm-6:40 pm

Nonstop4h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/9

9:40 am-2:40 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

$523

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 8/19

6:00 pm-3:55 am

1 stop10h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/26

10:50 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop13h 20m

$529

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 8/7

11:45 am-9:25 am

2 stops22h 40m

$294

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 8/7

11:50 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop14h 25m

$301

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 8/23

6:15 am-11:35 am

2 stops6h 20m

$311

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 12/25

12:30 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$327

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

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

For a smoother departure from NBO, consider using a meet-and-greet service to access priority lines at check-in and security.

Read more about NBOby Richard Holmes
JNB

Upon arrival at JNB, ensure you have two blank passport pages to avoid entry issues. Immigration lines move quickly with plenty of officers.

Read more about JNBby Paul Rubio
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Richard Holmes

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 Jomo Kenyatta Intl to OR Tambo

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

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, you should look to book at least 56 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,675). 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 NBO to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to OR Tambo. 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.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 33% on airfare.

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

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

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

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

Explore weekly flight availability from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to OR Tambo. 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 NBO to JNB are scheduled on a Thursday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

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

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

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

Dar Es Salaam (DAR) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 47% of 1-stop itineraries from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on Cheapflights.

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

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

Luanda (NBJ) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $409.

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

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

Flights via Luanda (NBJ) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 5h 40m.

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

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

Flights via Luanda (NBJ) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 45m.

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated July 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Airlink, Ethiopian Air, and Egyptair from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8.7
Very good
74 reviews

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Food

8.0

Comfort

8.4

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.5

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

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Food

8.0

Comfort

8.4

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.5

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

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Food

8.0

Comfort

8.4

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.5

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
Egyptair
6.5
Okay
361 reviews
Airlink
8.7
Very good
74 reviews

Crew

9.0

Overall

8.7

Food

8.0

Comfort

8.4

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.5

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

Related info for your journey

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

    According to our current data, Uganda Airlines ($417), Air Tanzania ($445), and Zambia Airways ($458) offers the cheapest pricing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Users have found that Uganda Airlines is 25% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    $294 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Zambia Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air Tanzania and Ethiopian Air, with prices starting from $301 and $311, respectively.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Airlink (92%), SAUDIA (84%) and Qatar Airways (84%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is $535. On average you can expect to pay $1,172. The most popular route, (Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), can usually be booked for $445.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flights departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport and landing in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport layover in Dar Es Salaam most frequently. Lilongwe follows Dar Es Salaam in terms of the most common layover location on Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Dar Es Salaam?

    If you're on a layover in Dar Es Salaam and looking for things to do, consider visiting Kariakoo Market, St Joseph's Cathedral, or Kivukoni Fish Market. Travelers on a layover in Dar Es Salaam can visit Kariakoo Market, St Joseph's Cathedral, and Kivukoni Fish Market, by traveling 6.4 mi, 7.1 mi, and 7.8 mi, respectively after landing at Dar Es Salaam. Travelers can rent a car at Dar Es Salaam for an average daily rate of $50 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    Of the flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that have layovers, the fewest flights stop in Blantyre.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to OR Tambo?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to OR Tambo 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 Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,675). 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 9 airlines flying from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to OR Tambo

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to OR Tambo. 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
TAAGCheapest$230Average$305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$372Average$540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Uganda AirlinesCheapest$386Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air TanzaniaCheapest$393Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
RwandAirCheapest$396Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$410Average$631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Zambia AirwaysCheapest$443Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AirlinkCheapest$605Average$634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
South AfricanCheapest$739Average$839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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