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— NBO
28 Mar — 4 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Nairobi in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Nairobi
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Nairobi. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 26 February 2026.

Sat 28/221:45
SYD
-
NBO
1 stop23h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 28/306:40
NBO
-
SYD
2 stops39h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/2$1,611
Tue 3/321:45
SYD
-
NBO
1 stop23h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/307:25
NBO
-
SYD
2 stops51h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/2$1,644
Sun 19/420:30
SYD
-
NBO
2 stops40h 40m
China Eastern
Sat 25/413:35
NBO
-
SYD
3 stops35h 25m
China Eastern
Deal found 22/2$1,649
Sat 28/216:15
SYD
-
NBO
2 stops45h 25m
IndiGo
Sat 28/306:40
NBO
-
SYD
2 stops39h 55m
IndiGo
Deal found 22/2$1,688
Tue 24/312:10
SYD
-
NBO
2 stops25h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 31/310:25
NBO
-
SYD
2 stops26h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/2$1,708
Sun 19/409:15
SYD
-
NBO
2 stops31h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 25/410:25
NBO
-
SYD
2 stops47h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/2$1,711
Fri 17/409:15
SYD
-
NBO
2 stops31h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 25/410:25
NBO
-
SYD
2 stops37h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/2$1,749
Mon 2/1112:00
SYD
-
NBO
2 stops50h 20m
China Eastern
Mon 16/1113:40
NBO
-
SYD
2 stops36h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 25/2$1,757
Fri 27/221:45
SYD
-
NBO
1 stop23h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 28/306:40
NBO
-
SYD
2 stops25h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2$1,771
Sat 7/321:45
SYD
-
NBO
1 stop23h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/407:00
NBO
-
SYD
3 stops29h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/2$1,781

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Find the latest flights to Nairobi in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 26 February 2026.

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$1,649

One-way from

$639

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Average price

$2,022
China Eastern
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  • 19/4-25/4
  • 5 total stops
  • 76h 05m total
  • Sydney to Nairobi
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  • 23/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 44h 05m total
  • Sydney to Nairobi
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Depart

Return

Price

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 27/4

10:00-12:30

3 stops57h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 20/5

13:35-12:35

2 stops40h 00m

$1,880

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 18/3

16:35-00:50

1 stop40h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 13/4

01:30-06:10

1 stop21h 40m

$1,996

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 1/4

21:45-13:40

1 stop23h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 6/5

16:10-06:15

1 stop31h 05m

$2,077

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 1/4

15:10-06:50

2 stops47h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 6/5

15:40-08:25

2 stops33h 45m

$2,233

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 18/3

18:15-13:45

2 stops27h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 13/4

01:20-11:20

3 stops27h 00m

$2,236

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 11/4

21:30-12:30

1 stop22h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 18/4

10:25-19:35

2 stops26h 10m

$2,246

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 25/7

10:05-06:50

2 stops27h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 7/8

15:40-12:35

2 stops37h 55m

$2,303

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 27/4

12:25-13:10

3 stops31h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 20/5

17:30-06:25

3 stops29h 55m

$2,696

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/3

20:05-13:10

3 stops49h 05m

$608

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/3

16:35-12:45

1 stop28h 10m

$770

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Best time to book a flight to Nairobi

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Nairobi

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on 20 February 2026.

Booking 80 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.

How long is the flight to Nairobi?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Nairobi takes 22 hours 0 minutes. Flights to Nairobi 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 Nairobi?

The most popular airlines flying from Sydney to Nairobi are Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways and Emirates.

Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From $1,881
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From $1,472
Emirates
Emirates
From $1,797
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $1,961

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Nairobi?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Nairobi are IndiGo, AirAsia X and Air India.

Rainfall in Nairobi by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Nairobi 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 Nairobi when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Nairobi by month

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

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).

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 26 February 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andChina Southern 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
3,534 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,534 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,534 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,745 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,534 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
China Southern
7.4
Good
138 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,534 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,420 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,534 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
AirAsia X
6.4
Okay
45 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,534 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

FAQs about flying to Nairobi

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.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Nairobi 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 Nairobi on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Nairobi?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, AirAsia X is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Nairobi.

  • How much is a return flight to Nairobi?

    A return flight to Nairobi will typically cost around $1,310, however they can be found for as little as $555.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Nairobi depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Nairobi, Melbourne offers the quickest one-way flight (20 hours 0 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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