Cheap flights from Australia to Nairobi from $538

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 22/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — NBO
23 Nov — 30 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Australia to Nairobi

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to Nairobi flight deals. Data was last updated 24 October 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,823

One-way from

$538

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,962
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 25/11-31/12
  • 4 total stops
  • 58h 25m total
  • Australia to Nairobi
22/11
  • 22/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 05m total
  • Australia to Nairobi
High demand for flights, 4% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($52 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025

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Cheapest flights from Australia to Nairobi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to Nairobi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 October 2025.

Tue 25/1111:25MEL - NBO
2 stops28h 05mChina Southern
Wed 31/1216:30NBO - MEL
2 stops30h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 24/10$1,823
Wed 29/1018:20MEL - NBO
1 stop26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1115:10NBO - MEL
2 stops35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/10$1,826
Wed 19/1113:10MEL - NBO
3 stops31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/1114:10NBO - MEL
2 stops25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/10$1,852
Sun 23/1113:10MEL - NBO
2 stops24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/1206:40NBO - MEL
3 stops33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/10$1,853
Fri 14/1121:40MEL - NBO
2 stops53h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 21/1122:45NBO - MEL
2 stops55h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/10$1,859
Thu 4/1207:45MEL - NBO
3 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/206:40NBO - MEL
3 stops38h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/10$1,899
Tue 25/1107:45MEL - NBO
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 31/1206:40NBO - MEL
3 stops33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/10$1,922
Wed 3/1207:45MEL - NBO
3 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/214:10NBO - MEL
3 stops31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/10$1,924
Tue 28/1018:20MEL - NBO
1 stop20h 00mEtihad Airways
Tue 11/1113:40NBO - MEL
1 stop19h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 23/10$1,930
Thu 23/1018:10MEL - NBO
1 stop19h 55mEtihad Airways
Thu 30/1013:40NBO - MEL
1 stop19h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 22/10$1,935
Wed 3/1207:00MEL - NBO
3 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/206:40NBO - MEL
3 stops38h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/10$1,939
Mon 8/1220:40PER - NBO
3 stops38h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/204:50NBO - PER
2 stops30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/10$1,944

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Depart

Return

Price

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 20/11

15:50-13:45

1 stop29h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 26/11

01:35-06:50

1 stop21h 15m

$2,219

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 4/11

15:50-13:45

1 stop29h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 11/11

17:00-06:50

1 stop29h 50m

$2,221

BrisbaneNairobi

BNE - NBO

BNENBO

Brisbane

Mon 16/3

15:10-07:15

1 stop23h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 20/3

13:00-22:55

2 stops26h 55m

$2,234

AdelaideNairobi

ADL - NBO

ADLNBO

Adelaide

Tue 18/11

12:35-07:15

2 stops26h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 1/12

05:30-17:05

2 stops52h 05m

$2,257

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 21/11

15:50-13:45

1 stop29h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 6/12

01:35-06:50

1 stop21h 15m

$2,267

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 20/11

15:50-13:45

1 stop29h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 25/11

01:35-06:50

1 stop21h 15m

$2,276

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 19/11

15:50-07:15

1 stop23h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 29/11

01:35-06:50

1 stop21h 15m

$2,276

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/3

15:50-13:45

1 stop29h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 23/3

17:00-06:50

1 stop29h 50m

$2,276

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 24/11

21:30-12:45

1 stop23h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 25/11

04:20-06:35

2 stops42h 15m

$2,284

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 24/11

21:30-03:30

2 stops62h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 27/11

13:40-17:55

1 stop20h 15m

$2,284

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to Nairobi

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Australia to Nairobi

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Nairobi (average of $856). Flying from Australia to Nairobi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,641). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AU to NBO?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia to Nairobi. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 24 October 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 5% on flights from Australia to Nairobi by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Australia to Nairobi?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Australia to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Australia to Nairobi flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 24 October 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Australia to Nairobi, such as Emirates, Qantas Airways, andQatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Nairobi (average of $856). Flying from Australia to Nairobi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,641). 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 Australia to Nairobi

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsia XCheapest$865Average$1,572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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IndiGoCheapest$928Average$1,875FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,142Average$1,612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,379Average$2,431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,462Average$2,627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,525Average$1,895FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,532Average$2,669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,567Average$2,166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,962Average$2,791FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest$1,998Average$2,480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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