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July 10 - July 19

Cheapest

NBO - Johannesburg

$552

$325

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August 7 - August 17

NBO - Johannesburg

$570

$326

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September 14 - September 27

NBO - Johannesburg

$566

$326

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October 9 - October 19

Best

NBO - Johannesburg

$595

$326

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November 1 - November 8

Best

NBO - Johannesburg

$583

$326

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June 26 - June 29

Earliest

NBO - Johannesburg

$653

$327

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July 6 - July 11

NBO - Johannesburg

$571

$328

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September 14 - September 26

NBO - Johannesburg

$565

$328

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September 4 - September 13

NBO - Johannesburg

$576

$328

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November 6 - November 12

Best

NBO - Johannesburg

$579

$328

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Insights for flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg

A typical journey from Nairobi to Johannesburg takes about 14h 35m, including connections. This duration accounts for itineraries that involve stopovers, which are common on this route. The overall distance between Nairobi and Johannesburg is 2912 km, classifying it as a medium-haul route.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg, prices typically range from $408–$940, with a median of $551. Right now, current fares are above the typical level. Approximately 21% of recent fares were classified as a good price, and new deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Johannesburg, December stands out with a median fare of $376. Other cost-effective months include April, with a median fare of $448, and May, where the median fare is $484. These months offer more favorable pricing compared to the overall median.

Most itineraries from Nairobi to Johannesburg connect at least once, with only 12.2% of recent fares being direct flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg. For the majority of flights that are not non-stop, the typical number of connections is 2. This means travelers should factor in layover times when planning their journey.

How much is a round trip from Nairobi to Johannesburg

Regular price: $471 - $668

Prices for flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg is typically between $471 and $668. The current lowest deal is $325 with TAAG Angola Airlines, for travel from Jul 10-Jul 19.

now $325

Low $471

High $668

The cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Johannesburg

The cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Johannesburg is December, with a median price of $376. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $897. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $376

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $897

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Direct flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg

Kenya Airways

Last-minute flights going from Nairobi to Johannesburg

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Johannesburg

Nairobi (NBO) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Ethiopian Airlines

$678

$512

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Johannesburg

Nairobi (NBO) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Ethiopian Airlines

$678

$524

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Johannesburg

Nairobi (NBO) - Johannesburg (JNB)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$577

$377

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Johannesburg

Nairobi (NBO) - Johannesburg (JNB)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$596

$392

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Johannesburg

Nairobi (NBO) - Johannesburg (JNB)

TAAG Angola Airlines

$677

$452

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Johannesburg

Nairobi (NBO) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Ethiopian Airlines

$649

$512

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg

10 nights

Dec 21 - Dec 31

$998 → $357

64%

7 nights

Dec 23 - Dec 30

$1,011 → $428

58%

4 nights

Dec 14 - Dec 18

$1,000 → $428

57%

4 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 11

$1,000 → $446

55%

Popular Airports to fly from Nairobi to Johannesburg

Nairobi - Johannesburg route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for Nairobi to Johannesburg are below the typical level, with deals from $325.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically the cheapest month

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Johannesburg, with a median price of $376.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 14h 35m

The median flight duration from Nairobi to Johannesburg is 14 hours and 35 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 12.2% of deals are direct, making connecting flights dominant with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Kenya Airways offers direct flights

Kenya Airways is one airline that offers direct flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Historically, deals for flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg are frequent, with over 1 deal per day.

Nairobi main airports to depart from

Jomo Kenyatta International (NBO)

Cheapest

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is a good choice for flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg, with prices from $325.

📍 ~15 km from Nairobi city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$325

Wilson (WIL)

Wilson Airport offers another option for flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg, with prices from $759.

📍 ~5 km from Nairobi city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$759

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International Airport is a good arrival choice for flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg.

📍 ~20 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$325

Lanseria International (HLA)

Lanseria International Airport offers an alternative arrival option for your trip to Johannesburg.

📍 ~30 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$792

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Lanseria International (HLA)

Consider Lanseria International for potentially easier terminal navigation and faster check-in processes.

📍 ~30 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$792

Bloemfontein (BFN)

Bloemfontein offers a major domestic hub with reliable scheduled services if you are willing to travel further.

📍 ~400 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$571

Kruger Mpumalanga International (MQP)

Kruger Mpumalanga International is a reliable regional airport serving the eastern part of the country.

📍 ~350 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$596

Polokwane International (PTG)

Polokwane International is a domestic airport within reasonable driving distance for northern Gauteng travelers.

📍 ~280 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$624

Durban International (DUR)

Cheapest

Durban International is a major international hub, practical if flights from Johannesburg are unavailable.

📍 ~500 km from Johannesburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$515

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Johannesburg, South Africa

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg have been found when booking 0-6 days before departure, with an average price of $510. Booking 7-13 days out typically sees an average price of $629. Prices tend to increase further out, reaching an average of $892 for bookings made 28-59 days in advance. Across the trailing quarter, last-minute bookings have offered the most favorable rates.

Based on data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Nairobi to Johannesburg is considered to be $408 or less. The median price for this route has been $551. Fares around $940 or higher typically represent the more expensive options for this journey.

Historically, December has been the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Johannesburg, with a median price of $376. April also offers relatively low fares, with a median price of $448. The annual median price for this route is $551, indicating that certain months can offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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Insights for flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg

How much is a round trip from Nairobi to Johannesburg

The cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Johannesburg

Direct flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg

Last-minute flights going from Nairobi to Johannesburg

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg

Popular Airports to fly from Nairobi to Johannesburg

Nairobi - Johannesburg route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

December is historically the cheapest month

Flights typically take 14h 35m

Connecting flights are dominant

Kenya Airways offers direct flights

Deals are frequent for this route

Nairobi main airports to depart from

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Johannesburg

Best Elite deals to Johannesburg

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

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