Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Nairobi
1,809 mi · 45m average nonstop
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Quick answer: Johannesburg to Nairobi at a glance
Cheap flights from Johannesburg (JNB) to Nairobi (NBO) cover 1,809 miles (2,910 km) in about 45m nonstop, with 2 airlines flying direct — a long-haul international route. Search Kayak for today's cheapest live fare. Route difficulty 5/10.
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Flying from Johannesburg to Nairobi covers 1,809 miles (2,911 km) in approximately 0 hour 45 minutes. 2 airlines offer direct flights on this long-haul international route. This is a long-haul international route requiring advance planning for connections and layovers.
Nonstop distance 1,809 miles. Direct carriers include KQ and SA.
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Airlines on this route
2 airlines fly Johannesburg → Nairobi. All are direct routes.
| Airline | Route type |
|---|---|
| KQ | Direct |
| SA | Direct |
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Johannesburg to Nairobi — quick answers
How far is Johannesburg from Nairobi by plane?
The nonstop flight distance from Johannesburg (JNB) to Nairobi (NBO) is 1,809 miles (2,910 km), calculated as a great-circle line from published OpenFlights airport coordinates. Actual flown distance is slightly longer due to airways and winds.
How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Nairobi?
The average nonstop flight time from JNB to NBO is 45 minutes. Gate-to-gate time is usually 20–35 minutes longer; connecting itineraries add 1–4 hours depending on the layover.
Which airlines fly from Johannesburg to Nairobi?
2 airlines serve this route nonstop: KQ, SA. Schedules and amenities differ by carrier — compare live frequencies and fare classes on Kayak before you book.