Cheap Flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg Starting at $249

The route Nairobi — Johannesburg is served by many carriers — 7 in total, including Kenya Airways, Airlink, TAAG Angola Airlines, Uganda Airlines, Air Tanzania, NAYSA, and Ethiopian Airlines. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $249) to selecting flights by schedule or service class. Our service aggregates data from multiple booking systems so you can compare offers in one place. This saves time and money: no need to check dozens of sites — just pick the right option and book online.

Nairobi is served mainly by Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) and Wilson Airport (WIL). Jomo Kenyatta is the primary international gateway and a regional hub for full-service carriers like Kenya Airways and numerous long-haul and regional airlines; it typically handles most international and major domestic flights and can be perceived as mid-range to premium in fares depending on carrier and season. The airport lies about 15–20 km southeast of the city centre, with taxi or ride-hailing trips usually taking 30–60 minutes and costing roughly moderate local rates; airport shuttles and express buses are also available for longer, often cheaper transfers. Pros: wide route network and better passenger facilities; cons: can be busy and subject to peak-time delays. Wilson Airport primarily caters to domestic, regional and light aircraft operations and is a base for many safari and charter operators as well as low-cost regional carriers. Located roughly 5–10 km south of central Nairobi, travel times into town are often 15–30 minutes by taxi or shuttle, usually at lower fares than the international airport. Pros: convenient for domestic/safari connections and quicker check-ins; cons: fewer facilities and limited international connectivity compared with Jomo Kenyatta.

Johannesburg is primarily served by two airports with distinct roles. OR Tambo International (JNB) is the country’s main international hub, handling most long-haul and regional carriers like South African Airways, British Airways, and numerous international airlines; it’s typically mid-range to premium in price. It sits about 22 km east of the city centre, with Gautrain express links (around 20–30 minutes, fares roughly comparable to mid-tier transit), taxis and shuttle buses taking 30–60 minutes depending on traffic. Lanseria (HLA) to the northwest is commonly used by low-cost and charter operators for domestic and regional flights; it is usually cheaper but less connected, about 40–50 km from central Johannesburg with shuttle transfers or private cars taking 40–60 minutes. Pros: OR Tambo offers extensive amenities and frequent services; Lanseria can be quieter and cheaper. Cons: peak-hour road congestion and variable transfer costs can affect convenience.