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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Nairobi from $852

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 26/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — NBO
11 Jul — 18 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Nairobi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Nairobi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 June 2026.

Tue 14/713:25
MEL
-
NBO
2 stops47h 15m
IndiGo
Sun 9/806:40
NBO
-
MEL
2 stops43h 10m
IndiGo
Deal found 7/6$2,009
Mon 27/715:55
MEL
-
NBO
2 stops44h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/807:05
NBO
-
MEL
1 stop25h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/6$2,026
Tue 27/1018:20
MEL
-
NBO
1 stop20h 00m
Etihad Airways
Tue 10/1107:15
NBO
-
MEL
1 stop25h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/6$2,027
Thu 23/712:00
MEL
-
NBO
2 stops24h 40m
IndiGo
Thu 30/706:40
NBO
-
MEL
2 stops40h 35m
IndiGo
Deal found 7/6$2,030
Tue 21/714:50
MEL
-
NBO
2 stops45h 50m
IndiGo
Fri 31/706:40
NBO
-
MEL
2 stops43h 10m
IndiGo
Deal found 9/6$2,034
Mon 20/712:00
MEL
-
NBO
2 stops24h 40m
IndiGo
Thu 30/706:40
NBO
-
MEL
2 stops40h 35m
IndiGo
Deal found 9/6$2,041
Mon 15/615:55
MEL
-
NBO
2 stops44h 45m
IndiGo
Wed 24/606:40
NBO
-
MEL
2 stops43h 55m
IndiGo
Deal found 7/6$2,066
Thu 9/715:55
MEL
-
NBO
2 stops44h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 27/708:15
NBO
-
MEL
1 stop25h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/6$2,070
Tue 27/1017:10
MEL
-
NBO
1 stop28h 35m
Qatar Airways
Wed 11/1117:00
NBO
-
MEL
1 stop22h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/6$2,073
Tue 14/713:25
MEL
-
NBO
2 stops47h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/819:00
NBO
-
MEL
1 stop37h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/6$2,081
Tue 14/713:25
MEL
-
NBO
2 stops47h 15m
IndiGo
Tue 28/706:40
NBO
-
MEL
2 stops43h 10m
IndiGo
Deal found 9/6$2,084
Tue 27/1018:20
MEL
-
NBO
1 stop26h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/1106:40
NBO
-
MEL
2 stops43h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/6$2,103

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Nairobi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Nairobi (NB0). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 11 June 2026.

Round-trip from

$2,009

One-way from

$852

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$2,258
IndiGo
  • IndiGo
  • 14/7-9/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 90h 25m total
  • Melbourne to Nairobi
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26/7
  • 26/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Nairobi
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($121 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($49 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneNairobi

MEL - NBO

MELNBO

Melbourne

Sat 25/7

17:20-12:30

1 stop26h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 1/8

19:00-15:50

1 stop37h 50m

$2,412
Fastest return journey

MelbourneNairobi

MEL - NBO

MELNBO

Melbourne

Thu 3/9

16:10-06:45

1 stop21h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 9/9

18:00-22:05

1 stop21h 05m

$2,465

MelbourneNairobi

MEL - NBO

MELNBO

Melbourne

Thu 3/12

09:15-07:15

2 stops30h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 14/12

17:00-23:20

1 stop22h 20m

$2,535

MelbourneNairobi

MEL - NBO

MELNBO

Melbourne

Tue 14/7

16:10-06:45

1 stop21h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 24/7

18:00-22:05

1 stop21h 05m

$2,536

MelbourneNairobi

MEL - NBO

MELNBO

Melbourne

Tue 27/10

11:05-21:40

2 stops42h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 2/11

23:35-10:20

3 stops50h 45m

$2,570

MelbourneNairobi

MEL - NBO

MELNBO

Melbourne

Fri 3/7

10:20-06:30

1 stop27h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 16/7

13:15-19:20

1 stop23h 05m

$2,606

MelbourneNairobi

MEL - NBO

MELNBO

Melbourne

Sun 16/8

22:45-04:55

3 stops37h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 6/9

20:50-16:50

2 stops61h 00m

$2,689

MelbourneNairobi

MEL - NBO

MELNBO

Melbourne

Fri 17/7

21:30-06:05

2 stops39h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 21/8

23:59-09:00

2 stops50h 01m

$2,744

MelbourneNairobi

MEL - NBO

MELNBO

Melbourne

Thu 16/7

16:10-06:45

1 stop21h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 24/8

13:00-22:05

2 stops26h 05m

$2,744

MelbourneNairobi

MEL - NBO

MELNBO

Melbourne

Thu 3/12

10:45-21:45

3 stops43h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 14/12

23:30-10:15

2 stops50h 45m

$2,848

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Nairobi

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Nairobi?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Nairobi (average of $805). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Nairobi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,757). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Nairobi?

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Nairobi?

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Nairobi may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 84 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 11 June 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne Airport to Nairobi, such as Emirates,Qantas Airways, andChina Southern. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,583 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,583 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,583 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,046 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,583 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.
China Southern
7.5
Good
153 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,583 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,726 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,583 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,452 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,583 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Nairobi. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Nairobi?

    For as low as $2,465, Etihad Airways can have you in Nairobi from Melbourne Airport in 21h 35m. There are 11473 km between Melbourne Airport and Nairobi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Nairobi round-trip?

    Currently priced at $1,318, IndiGo will fly you from Melbourne Airport to Nairobi and back. In addition to IndiGo, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from AirAsia X and Air India - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,352 and $1,456, respectively. Users have found that IndiGo is 41% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Nairobi one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Melbourne Airport to Nairobi are Etihad Airways ($633), IndiGo ($643), and AirAsia X ($656).

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Melbourne Airport to Nairobi?

    The most popular stopover on flights from Melbourne Airport to Nairobi is Abu Dhabi. Melbourne Airport to Nairobi flights stop in Doha the next most.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Melbourne Airport to Nairobi flights?

    Melbourne Airport to Nairobi flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Kuala Lumpur. Kuala Lumpur is followed by Dubai in terms of the least popular stopover location on flights from Melbourne Airport to Nairobi.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Nairobi that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Nairobi flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Nairobi?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Nairobi.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Nairobi?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Nairobi by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Nairobi?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Nairobi (average of $805). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Nairobi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,757). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Melbourne to Nairobi

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Nairobi. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 11 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IndiGoCheapest$1,318Average$1,821FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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AirAsia XCheapest$1,352Average$1,537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,456Average$1,659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,526Average$1,819FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,558Average$2,212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,639Average$2,140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,643Average$2,650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,953Average$2,351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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RwandAirCheapest$2,058Average$2,645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$2,121Average$2,563FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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