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Currency and price comparison

Train Local, one-way ticket
152% Trains are 152% more expensive in Johannesburg than in Nairobi.
Nairobi $1.14
Johannesburg $2.87
Meal Mid-priced restaurant
196% The average meal is 196% more expensive in Johannesburg than in Nairobi.
Nairobi $5.71
Johannesburg $16.88
Exchange rate
1 AUD = 11.98 ZAR
1 ZAR = 0.09 AUD
Last checked on 05 October 2024
Distance: 2925 kms
Nairobi airports
Jomo Kenyatta Internatonal (NBO) How far from city centre: 16 kms
Wilson Arpt (WIL) How far from city centre: 5 kms
Johannesburg airports
OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) How far from city centre: 1 kms
Grand Central (GCJ) How far from city centre: 7 kms
Rand (QRA) How far from city centre: 13 kms
Lanseria Intl Apt (HLA) How far from city centre: 48 kms

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg

How long does the flight take to go from Nairobi to Johannesburg?
The total flight time between Nairobi and Johannesburg is of around 04:47 hours on average, considering an average distance of 3,171 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
How can I find cheap flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from Nairobi to Johannesburg is $459. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Johannesburg expensive to visit compared to Nairobi?
If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Johannesburg costs an average of 1.94 AUD, 15% cheaper than Nairobi, with a fare of 2.28 AUD, while train tickets costs 152% more in Johannesburg: 2.87 AUD against 1.14 AUD in Nairobi. If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 16.88 AUD in Johannesburg, 196% more than the 5.71 AUD in Nairobi. The price of the coffee is around 14% cheaper in Johannesburg, with an average of 2.96 AUD, while in Nairobi the coffee costs 3.46 AUD.
Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Nairobi to Johannesburg?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions South Africa may apply when travelling from Nairobi. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!
How is the weather in Johannesburg compared to Nairobi?
While in Nairobi the temperatures can reach an average of 30.06 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 6.0 mm ,Johannesburg's temperatures can go up to 31.84 ºC during the hot season, with 6.0 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around -0.43 ºC in Johannesburg, compared to the 9.29 ºC average degrees reported in Nairobi. During the winter period, Nairobi can register 2.3 mm precipitation, while Johannesburg have an average of 0.9 mm rain level.
Which airports have flights between Nairobi and Johannesburg?
The main airport route flying between Nairobi and Johannesburg is: Jomo Kenyatta Internatonal (NBO) to OR Tambo International Airport (JNB). This route is covered by the following airline(s):
  • Kenya Airways.
  • South African Airways.
  • Kulula.

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