Question 1

How long is the flight from Nairobi to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight from Nairobi to Johannesburg typically takes around 4 hours 15 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, you should allow more time. Typical one-stop journeys take around 12 hours 40 minutes. For the quickest journey, a direct flight is usually the most comfortable choice.

Question 2

Are there direct flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are direct flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg, with an average of around 3 to 4 flights per day, operated by, among others, Kenya Airways. If you want to travel without a stopover, it is worth filtering specifically for direct flights when searching.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from Nairobi to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg are operated by, among others, Kenya Airways. There are also connecting flights with one stop, for example with Uganda Airlines (via Entebbe). If a short travel time matters to you, a direct flight is usually the most convenient option. Connecting flights often give you more choice of departure times and airlines.

Question 4

On which days are there direct flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg operate daily. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day has no direct service, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.

Question 5

How many flights are there per day from Nairobi to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

On the route from Nairobi to Johannesburg there are on average around 3 to 4 flights per day. The number of services can vary by day of the week and season. If you are flexible with your dates, it is worth comparing several departure days.

Question 6

How many flights per week are there from Nairobi to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

From Nairobi to Johannesburg there are around 22 to 23 flights per week. This means you usually have suitable connections to choose from on several days and at various times. As well as price, it is worth comparing flight duration, airline and any potential additional charges.

Question 7

When does the first flight from Nairobi to Johannesburg depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest direct flight from Nairobi to Johannesburg usually departs at 00:45. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are particularly useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in Johannesburg.

Question 8

When does the last flight from Nairobi to Johannesburg depart?

Accepted Answer

The last direct flight from Nairobi to Johannesburg usually departs at 21:10. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a direct flight, as a connecting service could push the arrival time significantly later.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
Best option Nairobi Johannesburg	Outbound 17/08/26 1 Stopover (DAR) TC0203, TC0206 14h 25min	Return 15/09/26 1 Stopover (DAR) TC0207, TC0232 14h 55min	Air Tanzania		£300
Nairobi Johannesburg	Outbound 22/06/26 1 Stopover (DAR) TC0233, TC0206 22h 05min	Return 24/06/26 1 Stopover (DAR) TC0209, TC0200 15h 45min	Air Tanzania		£306
Nairobi Johannesburg	Outbound 22/06/26 1 Stopover (DAR) TC0233, TC0206 22h 05min	Return 24/06/26 1 Stopover (DAR) TC0209, TC0204 25h 05min	Air Tanzania		£307
Nairobi Johannesburg	Outbound 22/06/26 1 Stopover (DAR) TC0233, TC0206 22h 05min	Return 24/06/26 1 Stopover (DAR) TC0209, TC0202 07h 45min	Air Tanzania		£310
Nairobi Johannesburg	Outbound 22/06/26 1 Stopover (DAR) TC0233, TC0206 22h 05min	Return 24/06/26 1 Stopover (DAR) TC0209, TC0204 25h 05min	Air Tanzania		£329
Nairobi Johannesburg	Outbound 22/06/26 1 Stopover (DAR) TC0233, TC0206 22h 05min	Return 24/06/26 1 Stopover (DAR) TC0209, TC0202 07h 45min	Air Tanzania	?	£333
Nairobi Johannesburg	Outbound 22/06/26 1 Stopover (DAR) TC0201, TC0208 06h 35min	Return 24/06/26 1 Stopover (DAR) TC0209, TC0200 15h 45min	Air Tanzania		£345
Nairobi Johannesburg	Outbound 17/08/26 1 Stopover (NBJ) DT0591, DT0577 23h 35min	Return 15/09/26 1 Stopover (EBB) UR0713, UR0202 09h 35min	TAAG	?	£371
Nairobi Johannesburg	Outbound 22/06/26 1 Stopover (DAR) TC0203, TC0206 14h 35min	Return 24/06/26 1 Stopover (DAR) TC0209, TC0202 07h 45min	Air Tanzania	?	£406
Nairobi Johannesburg	Outbound 22/06/26 1 Stopover (NBJ) DT0591, DT0575 10h 55min	Return 24/06/26 1 Stopover (EBB) UR0711, UR0204 07h 35min	TAAG		£414

Outbound and return from	£299.99
Flight duration	min. 04:05 / max. 04:15
Return flight duration	min. 04:00/ max. 04:05
Distance	2915 km
Flights per week	35
Departure airport	Airport Nairobi Kenyatta (NBO)
Departure country	Flights from Kenya
Arrival airport	Airport Johannesburg O.R. Tambo (JNB)
Destination country	Flights to South Africa
Departure country - Arrival airport	Kenya - Johannesburg O.R. Tambo
Departure airport - Destination country	Nairobi Kenyatta - South Africa

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