Cheap flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg
Direct flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg take about four hours to O.R. Tambo International Airport, South Africa's main hub, with easy connections to Cape Town and Durban.
- Flight time: about 4 hours
- Distance: 2,912 km
- Route: NBO → JNB
- Airlines: Kenya Airways, South African Airways
About Nairobi to Johannesburg flights
BuuPass compares direct and connecting Nairobi–Johannesburg fares and lets you pay with M-Pesa, Airtel Money or card.
Departure airport: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Arrival airport: O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).
- Daily direct flights from JKIA to O.R. Tambo (JNB)
- Short domestic connections to Cape Town, Durban and Gqeberha
- The Gautrain links O.R. Tambo with Sandton and Pretoria
Tips for booking a cheap flight to Johannesburg
- Kenyan citizens can visit South Africa visa-free for short stays. Check the current length of stay allowed.
- Book Johannesburg–Cape Town or Durban connections on the same booking to protect missed connections.
- December and Easter are peak periods on this route.
Pay with M-Pesa, Airtel Money, Visa or Mastercard. Your e-ticket is sent by email and SMS.
Check passport, visa and vaccination requirements before you travel internationally.
Nairobi to Johannesburg flights: FAQs
How long is the flight from Nairobi to Johannesburg?
About 4 hours direct.
Which airlines fly from Nairobi to Johannesburg?
Kenya Airways and South African Airways operate direct flights. BuuPass also shows connecting options.
Do Kenyans need a visa for South Africa?
Kenyan citizens can visit South Africa visa-free for short tourist stays. Confirm the current rules before you travel.
Can I pay with M-Pesa?
Yes. BuuPass accepts M-Pesa, Airtel Money, Visa and Mastercard.