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Nairobi (NBO) to Johannesburg (JNB) Flights

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NBO········· ·········JNB
Jomo Kenyatta International AirportO.R. Tambo International Airport
Distance
1,801 miles
Flight time
4h 15m
Time difference
JNB is 1h behind
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Flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg

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Flight route map

Nairobi (NBO) to Johannesburg (JNB) Non-stop flight routes illustrated on a map.

Flights from Nairobi (NBO), Nairobi City County, to Johannesburg (JNB), Gauteng, are shown on the map. Based on recorded flight history, the distance is approximately 1,801 miles.

Departure
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport · Nairobi City County, Kenya · 1° 19' 08" S 36° 55' 42" E
Flight route
1,801 miles · 4h 15m
Direction
197.88° (SSW)
Geographic midpoint
The geographic midpoint is at latitude -13.76737, longitude 32.82134, approximately 904.76 miles from both airports.
Great-circle distance
1,809.5 miles
Driving route
2,046 miles · 41 hr 10 min
Time difference
JNB is 1h behind
Destination
O.R. Tambo International Airport · Gauteng, South Africa · 26° 08' 24" S 28° 14' 48" E
Distance and time are approximate; flight schedules and local times may change.

Route information

Distance
1,801 miles
Average flight time
4h 15m
Time difference
JNB is 1h behind
Route direction
The initial bearing on the course from Nairobi to Johannesburg is 197.88°, and the compass direction is SSW.

Airport information

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Nairobi, Nairobi City County, Kenya
1° 19' 08" S, 36° 55' 42" E
Elevation: 5,330 ft (1,625 m)
Time zone: EAT UTC+3
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What's the weather like in Nairobi and Johannesburg?

Temperature unit:

NBO · Nairobi

70°FMainly clearFeels like 69°F
Humidity
69%
Wind
8 mph
Precipitation
0 mm

JNB · Johannesburg

72°FSunnyFeels like 66°F
Humidity
27%
Wind
7 mph
Precipitation
0 mm
Wed, Oct 2886°F | 55°FOvercast
Thu, Oct 2987°F | 59°FMainly clear
Fri, Oct 3090°F | 60°FOvercast
Sat, Oct 3192°F | 63°FLight drizzle
Sun, Nov 194°F | 67°FSlight rain showers

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Everything you need to know for your flight from Nairobi to Johannesburg

Which departure days are usually cheaper?

If you have flexibility with your travel dates, Tuesday and Wednesday departures are consistently your best bet for finding the lowest airfares. Across global flight routes, flying midweek can easily save you 10% to 20% compared to weekend departures, mainly because you avoid both Monday business trips and Friday weekend getaways. On the flip side, Fridays and Sundays tend to be the most expensive days of the week as leisure travelers head out and return. Another insider tip: opting for early morning flights (before 7:00 AM) or overnight red-eyes often unlocks additional savings while helping you breeze through airport security lines.

How far in advance do fares usually reach their lowest point?

There is no fixed booking window that guarantees the lowest fare for Kenya to South Africa (KE-ZA). Once your plans are clearer, compare prices for your intended dates and nearby alternatives, using the same cabin, baggage and change conditions. Choose a fare that fits your budget and flexibility; waiting can result in either lower prices or fewer suitable options.