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Flights to Kenya in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Kenya

Thu 8/1009:50 -
2 stops27h 50m
Thu 15/1006:40 -
2 stops40h 15m
Deal found 24/8$1,701
Sat 24/1015:45 -
2 stops45h 55m
Sat 31/1006:40 -
2 stops39h 55m
Deal found 28/8$1,747
Sun 11/1015:45 -
2 stops45h 55m
Sun 18/1006:40 -
2 stops41h 05m
Deal found 27/8$1,765
Mon 12/1011:15 -
2 stops26h 25m
Thu 29/1006:40 -
2 stops46h 35m
Deal found 27/8$1,778
Thu 1/1008:35 -
2 stops28h 05m
Thu 22/1006:40 -
2 stops40h 15m
Deal found 24/8$1,783
Sun 18/1015:45 -
2 stops45h 55m
Fri 30/1006:40 -
2 stops39h 55m
Deal found 26/8$1,785

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Return from

$1,701

One-way from

$691

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,171
8/10-15/10
  • 8/10-15/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 68h 05m total
  • Sydney to Nairobi
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9/10
  • 9/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 52h 20m total
  • Sydney to Kenya
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($54 potential savings vs. average return price).
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SydneyNairobi

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 20/10

11:10-20:55

2 stops41h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 7/12

23:30-06:55

2 stops47h 25m

$1,985
Fastest return journey

SydneyNairobi

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 26/10

15:50-07:15

1 stop23h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 8/12

01:35-06:50

1 stop21h 15m

$1,993

SydneyNairobi

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 27/10

15:50-13:45

1 stop29h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 6/12

01:35-06:50

1 stop21h 15m

$1,993

SydneyNairobi

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 24/10

21:35-18:20

1 stop28h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 13/12

19:15-06:30

1 stop27h 15m

$2,007

SydneyNairobi

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 30/11

21:30-06:20

1 stop40h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 10/2

07:15-06:30

1 stop39h 15m

$2,070

SydneyNairobi

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 9/9

20:10-20:00

1 stop30h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 13/9

16:35-05:10

2 stops29h 35m

$2,215

SydneyNairobi

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 28/10

21:45-14:40

1 stop24h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 1/11

16:45-06:35

2 stops29h 50m

$2,217

SydneyNairobi

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 6/11

21:45-14:40

1 stop24h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 8/11

16:45-22:30

1 stop21h 45m

$2,244

SydneyNairobi

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 30/11

19:30-13:45

2 stops26h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 10/2

08:45-18:20

1 stop25h 35m

$2,260
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

SydneyNairobi

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 9/10

09:50-05:40

2 stops27h 50m

$843

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Best time to book a flight to Kenya

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight to Kenya

How long is the flight to Kenya?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Kenya takes 21 hours 30 minutes. Flights to Kenya from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Kenya?

The most popular airlines flying from Sydney to Kenya are Qantas Airways, United Airlines and American Airlines.

Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $948
United Airlines
United Airlines
From $798
American Airlines
American Airlines
From $695
Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand
From $1,372

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Kenya?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Kenya are Virgin Australia, American Airlines and Air Canada.

Rainfall in Kenya by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kenya ranges from 10.0 - 160.0 mm per month. April is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 160.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Kenya when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Kenya by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kenya, 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 Kenya?

Booking 46 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Kenya. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What are the most popular places to fly to in Kenya?

The most popular places in Kenya to fly to are Nairobi, Mombasa and Kisumu.

Reviews of airlines servicing Kenya

See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,Qantas Airways, andQatar Airways to Kenya have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,085 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,728 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,522 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
China Southern
7.3
Good
172 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

FAQs about flying to Kenya

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Kenya if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Kenya on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Kenya?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, IndiGo is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Kenya.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Kenya?

    Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Kenya. One-way flights to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl typically cost $79, while return flights cost around $97.

  • How much is a return flight to Kenya?

    A return flight to Kenya will typically cost around $380, however they can be found for as little as $378.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Kenya depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Kenya, Sydney Kingsford Smith offers the quickest one-way flight (21 hours 30 minutes).

  • Does Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl?

    Yes. Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Homestay - best home in nairobi kenya welcome is the closest property to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (0.0 km away from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl).

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