SkyTeam member Kenya Airways has uncorked some great business class fares to South African megacity Johannesburg. With departure from Amsterdam, you can reach the continent’s Southern most country for as little at €1,550. While spending most of the time in a lie-flat business class seat. A change of planes in Nairobi is necessary both ways. Two bags of 23 kg each and lounge access is included in this fare.
Our availability calendar shows you all possible flight dates at the lowest fare for trips up to 28 days. Since the cheapest prices are only available when you book through Kenya Airways via Google Flights, it will forward you to the Metasearch.
All flights between Nairobi and Amsterdam are Boeing 787 services, with lie-flat seats in a 2-2-2 seating pattern up front. In most cases, an aircraft of the same series will take you onwards to Johannesburg. You may also board a Boeing 737 or ERJ-190 on the African segment. Both plane types feature a dedicated business class section with wider seats (2-2 in the 737 and 2-1 in the Embraer Jet).
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This fare is valid until April 30, 2024 for flights up to June 2024. A minimum stay of three days applies, as well as a maximum stay of six months. Availability is fairly good for May and April departures.
Google Flights will show you additional flights dates. The only way to get these tickets is using the link from Google Flights to Kenya Airways’ website.
Why is booking with an airline better than with an online travel agency?
More often than not, online travel agencies offer lower fares than airlines do. We still recommend booking with the airlines directly. There are two main reasons for that:
Better Customer Service
In case any problems like delays, cancellations or missed connections arise, you can communicate directly with the airline. The airline has to take care of you because you have a contract with them.
If a travel agency issues your ticket, you may have to reach out to them first. You also depend on your OTA to forward information like flight changes instead of receiving them directly from the airline. In many cases, you may get a prime exhibition of responsibility shifting rather than problem-solving.
This especially applies to premium tickets. You don’t want to spend more than €1,000 to wind up with some budget OTA’s telephone hotline in case anything goes wrong.
Baggage and Other Fees
Economy fares not including hold luggage are industry standard by now. In most cases, travel agencies charge much higher baggage fees than the airlines themselves. If bags are not included in your fare, airlines are often the cheaper alternative.
This also applies to other things like food services, insurances or priority treatment. In almost all cases, you pay less for additional amenities when booking on the airlines’ website.
Mileage
Kenya Airways issues tickets for all flight segments in booking class Z. SkyTeam frequent flyers can earn the following mileage on an Amsterdam to Johannesburg ticket:
- 17,876 Miles on Aerolíneas Argentinas AerolíneasPlus
- 17,876 Miles on MEA Cedar Miles
- 17,876 Miles on CSA OK Plus
- 17,876 Miles on Saudia Alfursan
- 14,894 Award Miles + 90 XP on Flying Blue
- 14,894 Miles on Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles
- 14,894 Miles on Korean Air Skypass
- 14,894 Miles on Garuda Indonesia GarudaMiles
- 14,894 Miles on Air Europa Suma
- 11,916 Award Miles + 210 Tier Points on Virgin Atlantic Flying Club
- 11,916 RDM + 2,384 MQD on Delta SkyMiles
Destination
Information & Tips for South Africa
South Africa is the touristically most visited country in the south of Africa. Whether its Safaris, tours of wine regions or the Table Mountain – visitors won’t be disappointed!
Traditionally, flights from Europa to South Africa have been quite expensive. In recent years however, airlines such as Iberia, Egyptair and British Airways have been offering cheaper and cheaper flights – even in premium cabins! If you are flexible in regards to your point of departure, the array of airlines with cheap tickets becomes even greater.
Best Time to Visit
South Africa is a huge country and therefore doesn’t have a single best time to visit. It really depends on what you want to see. The cities Johannesburg and Cape Town have the best weather in Fall (March – Mai) and Spring (September – November).
Immigration & Visa Requirements
If you have a valid EU passport and a valid return ticket, you will be given a visitor’s visa with a validity of 90 days. Turn to the ministry of foreign affairs of your country for more information.
Currency
The currency used in South Africa is the Rand (ZAR). One Euro are approximately 16 ZAR. Make sure to use a credit card that does not charge high fees for withdrawals or payments in foreign currencies.
Finding the Best eSIM Plan
We’ve compared various eSIM providers, such as Airalo and BNESIM. To see which plan is best for your travel needs, and which network offers the best coverage, feel free to read our detailed guide:
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Information & Tips for Johannesburg
Johannesburg has 9,6 million inhabitants and is the largest city and most important business and financial center in Africa south of the Sahara. The city is well connected to Europe by air, flights for under 500€ (round trip) are becoming increasingly more common.
Best Time to Travel
The best times to visit Johannesburg are during fall (March – May) and during spring (September – Novemver). Temperatures are warm but pleasant and rainfall is comparatively rare.
From the Airport to the City
One possibility is taking the Gautrain, a type of local commuter rail. A trip to the city center takes about 25 minutes and costs approximately 12€. Taking a cab or an Uber runs you about 18€ to 24€.
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