Flights from Johannesburg to Nairobi
Fares, airlines, flight time and both airports for JNB–NBO.
Route snapshot: Johannesburg to Nairobi
Johannesburg (JNB) to Nairobi (NBO) is 2,912 km, about 4h 8m flying nonstop. Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on this route include Kenya Airways and South African Airways. The lowest one-way fare seen recently was $304 with South African Airways (nonstop), departing 6 Nov 2026 — as of 11 Sept 2026.
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Fares seen
The lowest one-way fare seen was $304 with South African Airways (nonstop), departing 6 Nov 2026; with connections it dropped to $231. Checked 11 Sept 2026 — fares move daily.
Seasonality
Nairobi has year-round travel demand, so fare differences often depend more on booking window and airline competition than on one single peak season.
Who flies it
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares here include Kenya Airways and South African Airways. More carriers may sell it with a connection.
Airlines flying Johannesburg to Nairobi
Carriers on JNB–NBO according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 11 Sept 2026. Not a complete list.
Johannesburg–Nairobi route intelligence
Updated analysis of the JNB–NBO corridor — distance, fares, timing, and connecting options.
Route profile
Johannesburg (JNB) to Nairobi (NBO) is a medium-haul corridor spanning approximately 2,912 km, with typical block time around 4h 15m. Published fares cluster between $150 and $450 in economy. Medium-haul.
Best time to book
Medium-haul fares stabilise 6-9 weeks out. Avoid booking inside the 3-week window — fares climb sharply.
Visa & arrival
Passport-validity and visa requirements differ between South Africa and Kenya — most arriving travellers need at least six months of remaining passport validity. Check AirConnect's visa checker for your nationality before booking, especially if you plan to connect through a third country en route.
Best time to fly to Nairobi
Based on weather and travel conditions in Kenya
Kenya is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.
Direct & Connecting Flights
Nonstop flights link Johannesburg (JNB) and Nairobi (NBO), taking about 4h 8m. Connecting itineraries can be cheaper but take longer.
Fares & Price Guide
The lowest one-way fare seen on JNB–NBO was $304 USD (nonstop) as of 11 Sept 2026. Set a fare alert to be told when it drops.
About Nairobi, Kenya
Flights arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). See the destination guide for hotels, visa requirements and travel tips.
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