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Cheap flights to Nairobi from $965

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Flights to Nairobi in 2024

Find the latest flights to Nairobi in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 639,854 searches and data was last updated on 28 March 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$2,591

Return from

$1,655

One-way from

$791
High demand for flights, 9% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
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From Sydney Kingsford Smith to Nairobi
One-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Nairobi

Cheap flights to Nairobi in March & April 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Nairobi in March and April 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 639,854 searches and data was last updated on 28 March 2024.
The below flights offer some of the lowest fares to Nairobi in March and April 2024. If these deals fall outside of your budget, be sure to come back soon as prices update often.
Mon 1/422:00JFK - NBO
2 stops32h 10mEthiopian Air
Sun 7/403:55NBO - JFK
2 stops23h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/3$1,342
Wed 24/414:42JFK - NBO
2 stops22h 58mDelta
Tue 21/522:50NBO - JFK
1 stop20h 55mDelta
Deal found 27/3$1,401
Sat 27/409:00JFK - NBO
2 stops28h 40mDelta
Mon 13/522:50NBO - JFK
1 stop22h 05mDelta
Deal found 27/3$1,407
Fri 26/418:35JFK - NBO
1 stop20h 20mDelta
Fri 3/522:50NBO - JFK
1 stop27h 00mDelta
Deal found 28/3$1,408
Mon 8/418:30JFK - NBO
1 stop19h 10mDelta
Wed 1/522:50NBO - JFK
2 stops28h 50mDelta
Deal found 28/3$1,416
Fri 26/416:35JFK - NBO
1 stop22h 20mDelta
Tue 14/523:59NBO - JFK
1 stop22h 26mDelta
Deal found 28/3$1,417
Sat 30/321:55JFK - NBO
2 stops32h 15mEthiopian Air
Tue 9/403:55NBO - JFK
2 stops23h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/3$1,419
Mon 29/422:00JFK - NBO
2 stops20h 20mEthiopian Air
Tue 7/518:00NBO - JFK
2 stops33h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/3$1,422
Fri 26/414:50JFK - NBO
2 stops24h 05mDelta
Tue 14/523:59NBO - JFK
1 stop26h 11mDelta
Deal found 28/3$1,424

Nairobi 2024 flight deals

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Tue 10/918:10JFK - NBO
2 stops21h 20mBrussels Airlines
Thu 26/922:30NBO - JFK
1 stop21h 30mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 27/3$1,307
Sun 10/1118:25JFK - NBO
1 stop18h 30mBrussels Airlines
Mon 18/1123:55NBO - JFK
1 stop21h 45mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 26/3$1,327
Sun 10/1120:55JFK - NBO
2 stops32h 00mEthiopian Air
Fri 22/1118:00NBO - JFK
2 stops32h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/3$1,342
Tue 12/1115:55JFK - NBO
1 stop22h 15mLufthansa
Mon 18/1123:55NBO - JFK
1 stop21h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 26/3$1,348
Tue 3/918:10JFK - NBO
2 stops21h 20mBrussels Airlines
Fri 20/922:30NBO - JFK
1 stop21h 30mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 27/3$1,352
Mon 11/1122:10JFK - NBO
1 stop40h 00mBrussels Airlines
Wed 20/1123:55NBO - JFK
1 stop21h 25mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 26/3$1,353
Mon 9/917:30JFK - NBO
3 stops46h 00mBrussels Airlines
Mon 23/922:30NBO - JFK
1 stop21h 30mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 27/3$1,356
Wed 13/1115:55JFK - NBO
1 stop22h 15mBrussels Airlines
Wed 20/1123:55NBO - JFK
2 stops23h 45mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 26/3$1,359
Sun 10/1118:25JFK - NBO
1 stop18h 30mBrussels Airlines
Wed 20/1123:55NBO - JFK
2 stops28h 30mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 26/3$1,365

Flights to Nairobi departing soon

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Wed 3/422:00JFK - NBO
2 stops20h 20mEthiopian Air
Fri 12/403:55NBO - JFK
2 stops23h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/3$1,419
Wed 3/400:20JFK - NBO
1 stop18h 20mTurkish Airlines
Wed 10/403:25NBO - JFK
1 stop38h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 26/3$1,545
Wed 3/422:00JFK - NBO
2 stops20h 20mEthiopian Air
Sun 14/418:00NBO - JFK
2 stops33h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/3$1,658
Wed 3/417:30JFK - NBO
1 stop20h 10mDelta
Tue 9/423:50NBO - JFK
1 stop21h 09mDelta
Deal found 26/3$1,715
Tue 2/419:35JFK - NBO
1 stop19h 20mDelta
Wed 10/422:50NBO - JFK
1 stop27h 00mDelta
Deal found 27/3$1,721
Sun 7/409:32JFK - NBO
2 stops28h 08mDelta
Tue 23/423:59NBO - JFK
2 stops26h 40mDelta
Deal found 27/3$1,736
Tue 2/418:30JFK - NBO
2 stops20h 25mDelta
Thu 11/423:50NBO - JFK
1 stop21h 09mDelta
Deal found 26/3$1,747
Fri 5/419:30JFK - NBO
1 stop18h 10mDelta
Wed 10/422:50NBO - JFK
2 stops23h 35mDelta
Deal found 26/3$1,750
Tue 2/415:45JFK - NBO
1 stop22h 35mLufthansa
Fri 12/423:10NBO - JFK
1 stop27h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 27/3$1,788

One-way flights to Nairobi

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If you're looking for options on one-way flights to Nairobi, check out these fares. Those seeking round-trip flights to Nairobi should utilize the search form at the top of the page.
Tue 23/401:20JFK - NBO
1 stop22h 35mJetBlue
Deal found 28/3$965
Sun 12/508:20JFK - NBO
2 stops29h 20mDelta
Deal found 27/3$978
Sun 14/418:00JFK - NBO
2 stops20h 55mDelta
Deal found 28/3$985
Sun 5/518:00JFK - NBO
2 stops20h 55mDelta
Deal found 28/3$987
Tue 10/918:10JFK - NBO
2 stops21h 20mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 28/3$1,024
Thu 8/812:40JFK - NBO
1 stop31h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/3$1,033
Sat 4/518:00JFK - NBO
2 stops20h 55mDelta
Deal found 28/3$1,048
Fri 19/418:40JFK - NBO
2 stops20h 15mDelta
Deal found 27/3$1,065
Wed 1/501:20JFK - NBO
1 stop22h 35mJetBlue
Deal found 28/3$1,070

Direct flights to Nairobi

Sat 11/513:45JFK - NBO
Nonstop13h 45mDelta
Sat 13/708:45NBO - JFK
Nonstop15h 00mDelta
Deal found 27/3$4,813
Sat 27/413:45JFK - NBO
Nonstop13h 45mDelta
Mon 13/523:35NBO - JFK
Nonstop15h 00mDelta
Deal found 27/3$4,819
Fri 3/513:45JFK - NBO
Nonstop13h 45mDelta
Mon 6/523:35NBO - JFK
Nonstop15h 00mDelta
Deal found 28/3$5,100
Fri 10/513:45JFK - NBO
Nonstop13h 45mDelta
Fri 19/723:35NBO - JFK
Nonstop15h 00mDelta
Deal found 27/3$5,214
Sun 12/513:45JFK - NBO
Nonstop13h 45mDelta
Sun 14/723:35NBO - JFK
Nonstop15h 00mDelta
Deal found 27/3$5,329
Sat 18/513:45JFK - NBO
Nonstop13h 45mDelta
Sun 14/723:35NBO - JFK
Nonstop15h 00mDelta
Deal found 26/3$5,671
Sat 4/513:45JFK - NBO
Nonstop13h 45mDelta
Mon 6/523:35NBO - JFK
Nonstop15h 00mDelta
Deal found 28/3$6,505
Tue 14/513:45JFK - NBO
Nonstop13h 45mDelta
Thu 11/708:45NBO - JFK
Nonstop15h 00mDelta
Deal found 27/3$15,282
Wed 15/513:45JFK - NBO
Nonstop13h 45mDelta
Sun 14/723:35NBO - JFK
Nonstop15h 00mDelta
Deal found 27/3$18,117

Find flights to Nairobi within your budget

Locate flights to Nairobi that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 639,854 searches and data was last updated on 28 March 2024.

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$1,307 - $1,837

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New York John F Kennedy IntlNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

JFK - NBO

JFKNBO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/9

2 stops21h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 26/9

1 stop21h 30m

$1,307

New York John F Kennedy IntlNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

JFK - NBO

JFKNBO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 29/4

2 stops32h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 12/5

2 stops33h 00m

$1,342

New York John F Kennedy IntlNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

JFK - NBO

JFKNBO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 20/9

1 stop18h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 30/9

1 stop31h 25m

$1,385

New York John F Kennedy IntlNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

JFK - NBO

JFKNBO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 12/5

2 stops31h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 24/5

1 stop25h 20m

$1,399

New York John F Kennedy IntlNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

JFK - NBO

JFKNBO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 16/9

1 stop26h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 29/9

1 stop21h 00m

$1,436

New York John F Kennedy IntlNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

JFK - NBO

JFKNBO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 28/4

1 stop17h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 12/5

1 stop26h 35m

$1,561

New York John F Kennedy IntlNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

JFK - NBO

JFKNBO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 25/5

2 stops40h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 2/6

1 stop25h 20m

$1,601

New York John F Kennedy IntlNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

JFK - NBO

JFKNBO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 26/4

2 stops41h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 3/5

2 stops48h 20m

$1,643

New York John F Kennedy IntlNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

JFK - NBO

JFKNBO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 14/5

2 stops29h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 15/7

1 stop21h 30m

$1,837

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Average price of flights to Nairobi by month

Plan your trip to Nairobi by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Nairobi is currently $1,017 while a return flight costs $1,501. Price data was last updated on 24 March 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Nairobi (average of $1,570). Flying to Nairobi in December will prove the most costly (average of $1,962). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$2,516

February

$2,406

March

$2,424

April

$2,493

May

$2,502

June

$2,511

July

$2,689

August

$2,686

September

$2,636

October

$2,505

November

$2,538

December

$3,006

At almost 1800 m, Nairobi has sunny, warm summers and cool winters with chilly evenings. December to March is the sunniest part of the year, and daytime temperatures are usually in the mid-20s. June, July, and August temperatures usually range about the low-20s. August and September, though, are marked with overcast, drizzly days.

The warm and dry climate during January and February make it a popular time to book flights to Nairobi, therefore this is the main tourist season. During the day you can expect temperatures on average to be in the mid-20s. June to September is another popular time, as this is when the area is at its driest and temperatures are slightly cooler but still around the low 20s.

The two wet seasons make up the off tourist period in Nairobi. These are March to May and October to December, with the most rain in April and May. Although you may encounter some rain during these times, temperatures are still high in the mid-20s. The city is much quieter and you are more likely to find cheap flights to Nairobi and discounted accommodation rates during these months.

If you’re travelling to Nairobi to visit the magnificent Nairobi National Park then you may want to book flights during the high season, which is July through March. This is when over 100,000 visitors come to catch a glimpse of the Kenyan wildlife in its natural habitat. It’s best to avoid the rainy months of March to May and October to December. In addition, when you plan your visit to the Park you may want to book a tour early or late in the day as these are the best viewing times. The animals tend to be asleep in the midday sun.

Temperature and rainfall in Nairobi by month

Plan your trip to Nairobi by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

NBO

Temperature

17 - 21 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Nairobi, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 17.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Nairobi?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
Booking 60 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Nairobi. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly to Nairobi?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on 24 March 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Nairobi should consider flying on Monday at midday, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Wednesday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Nairobi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nairobi. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Nairobi. Reviews last updated 28 March 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines servicing Nairobi, such as Emirates, IndiGo and China Southern. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very Good
4,169 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Unfortunately, I have arrived to Bangkok yesterday morning and no bag . I have checked with EK staff many times to get the confirmation that , my bag is on the flight . They have confirmed so but the reality was totally opposite. I am here for business trip and I have several meetings . Imagin !!!!! Till this time , they are telling me that : bag not yet found . This is my experience

8.1
Very Good
4,169 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,169 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Unfortunately, I have arrived to Bangkok yesterday morning and no bag . I have checked with EK staff many times to get the confirmation that , my bag is on the flight . They have confirmed so but the reality was totally opposite. I am here for business trip and I have several meetings . Imagin !!!!! Till this time , they are telling me that : bag not yet found . This is my experience

7.9
Good
1,686 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,169 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Unfortunately, I have arrived to Bangkok yesterday morning and no bag . I have checked with EK staff many times to get the confirmation that , my bag is on the flight . They have confirmed so but the reality was totally opposite. I am here for business trip and I have several meetings . Imagin !!!!! Till this time , they are telling me that : bag not yet found . This is my experience

7.9
Good
370 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,169 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Unfortunately, I have arrived to Bangkok yesterday morning and no bag . I have checked with EK staff many times to get the confirmation that , my bag is on the flight . They have confirmed so but the reality was totally opposite. I am here for business trip and I have several meetings . Imagin !!!!! Till this time , they are telling me that : bag not yet found . This is my experience

7.7
Good
4,562 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,169 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Unfortunately, I have arrived to Bangkok yesterday morning and no bag . I have checked with EK staff many times to get the confirmation that , my bag is on the flight . They have confirmed so but the reality was totally opposite. I am here for business trip and I have several meetings . Imagin !!!!! Till this time , they are telling me that : bag not yet found . This is my experience

7.7
Good
1,061 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,169 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Unfortunately, I have arrived to Bangkok yesterday morning and no bag . I have checked with EK staff many times to get the confirmation that , my bag is on the flight . They have confirmed so but the reality was totally opposite. I am here for business trip and I have several meetings . Imagin !!!!! Till this time , they are telling me that : bag not yet found . This is my experience

City overview

While for many Nairobi is a transit point on the way to a safari holiday, the city has many attractions in its own right. These include the Nairobi National Park, where lions, cheetahs, black rhinos, giraffes, zebra and wildebeest can be seen against the backdrop of the city skyline. Tourists may also want to visit the Giraffe Centre, a breeding and educational centre for the Rothschild Giraffe, and Dame Sheldrick’s Elephant and Rhino Orphanage. Further out, the Ol Donyo Sabuk National Park is centred around a mountain forest where you can see many primates and birds.

Nairobi National Museum contains many interesting exhibits, including discoveries by the Leakey family. The Karen Blixen Museum commemorates the author of the same name, whose books included ‘Out of Africa’.

Nairobi is a commercial city, and a visit to see life taking place in the business district is a must. The city’s buildings seem very Westernised, with skyscrapers and a range of corporate names emblazoned on restaurants and cafés. But the life that takes place in these surroundings is anything but. Spend some time shopping for souvenirs and you’ll soon encounter African culture.

Getting around Nairobi

Car hire is an option in Nairobi, but rush hours are extremely busy and other road users can drive riskily. The lack of road signs can make navigating difficult. Prices should be agreed beforehand with taxis. Matatus are public minibuses operating between the city centre and suburbs; they can be overcrowded, poorly driven and theft is a concern.

Visitors should always keep valuables out of sight, especially if travelling on matatus, and stay alert for thieves and scams. Large amounts of money should not be carried and walking around at night is not recommended – use taxis where possible. Slums and areas such as Eastleigh should be avoided.

Getting downtown

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is the main airport in Nairobi. It is located about 15 km from the central business district. Wilson Airport is a smaller airport serving mainly domestic destinations. Pre-paid vouchers for official taxis (yellow or with a yellow line) can be obtained at the taxi service desk. Many hotels also offer airport pick-up. Other shuttle services and taxis can be reserved in advance but check their reputation before booking.

  • What does NBO mean?

    NBO is a unique code, commonly called an IATA code, used in the aviation industry to identify airports. This code, along with many others, are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association). A NBO flight refers to a flight to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. This flight destination has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL), Nanyuki Airport (NYK), Amboseli Airport (ASV).

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