Cheap flights from Melbourne to Nairobi from $888

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 7/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — NBO
11 Jan — 18 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Nairobi are usually found in October or February, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

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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 12 December 2025.

Sun 21/1219:25MEL - NBO
2 stops25h 45mEthiopian Air
Thu 22/103:45NBO - MEL
2 stops48h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/12$2,067
Tue 16/1217:55MEL - NBO
3 stops43h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/1207:25NBO - MEL
3 stops37h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$2,128
Mon 15/1213:10MEL - NBO
2 stops25h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 29/1206:40NBO - MEL
3 stops33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$2,184
Wed 17/1207:00MEL - NBO
3 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/1201:45NBO - MEL
2 stops24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/12$2,441
Tue 16/1216:55MEL - NBO
2 stops44h 45mIndiGo
Tue 23/1207:25NBO - MEL
2 stops40h 00mIndiGo
Deal found 10/12$2,708

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Nairobi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) 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 12 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$2,008

One-way from

$888

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$2,750
1/2-28/2
  • 1/2-28/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 115h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Nairobi
7/1
  • 7/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 71h 50m total
  • Melbourne to Nairobi
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($349 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($67 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Nairobi that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Nairobi

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneNairobi

MEL - NBO

MELNBO

Melbourne

Sun 1/2

21:40-19:35

2 stops53h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 28/2

16:45-14:30

2 stops61h 45m

$2,008

MelbourneNairobi

MEL - NBO

MELNBO

Melbourne

Thu 19/2

11:25-07:05

1 stop27h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 11/3

16:30-21:30

2 stops45h 00m

$2,022

MelbourneNairobi

MEL - NBO

MELNBO

Melbourne

Fri 16/1

23:30-07:30

2 stops40h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 4/3

16:30-09:45

2 stops33h 15m

$2,022

MelbourneNairobi

MEL - NBO

MELNBO

Melbourne

Thu 19/2

13:10-13:10

2 stops32h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 11/3

17:30-10:20

2 stops32h 50m

$2,029

MelbourneNairobi

MEL - NBO

MELNBO

Melbourne

Fri 30/1

23:30-07:30

2 stops40h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 15/4

15:40-19:20

2 stops44h 40m

$2,044

MelbourneNairobi

MEL - NBO

MELNBO

Melbourne

Tue 10/2

18:20-06:10

1 stop19h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 3/3

07:15-17:00

1 stop25h 45m

$2,193

MelbourneNairobi

MEL - NBO

MELNBO

Melbourne

Fri 30/1

18:20-12:45

1 stop26h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 15/4

07:00-15:35

1 stop25h 35m

$2,200

MelbourneNairobi

MEL - NBO

MELNBO

Melbourne

Tue 17/2

18:20-06:20

1 stop20h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 3/3

07:15-17:00

1 stop25h 45m

$2,206

MelbourneNairobi

MEL - NBO

MELNBO

Melbourne

Wed 7/1

09:00-00:50

3 stops71h 50m

$888

MelbourneNairobi

MEL - NBO

MELNBO

Melbourne

Tue 13/1

12:00-14:10

3 stops34h 10m

$906

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Nairobi

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on 5 December 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne to Nairobi may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 57 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Nairobi (average of $1,110). Flying from Melbourne to Nairobi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,995). 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 MEL to NBO?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne 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 12 December 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne to Nairobi in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 79% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

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 12 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Qantas Airways, andQatar Airways from Melbourne to Nairobi. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

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

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

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

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

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

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

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

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

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

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

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

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Nairobi?

    China Southern can get you from Melbourne to Nairobi in just under 27h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to . There are 11473 km between Melbourne and Nairobi.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne to Nairobi round-trip from $1,026. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air India, from $1,116, and IndiGo, from $1,425. AirAsia X is priced at 54% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Melbourne to Nairobi are AirAsia X ($512), Etihad Airways ($667), and Air India ($667).

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

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Dubai?

    If you're on a stopover in Dubai and looking for things to do, consider visiting Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa, or Ibn Battuta Mall. Travelers on a layover in Dubai can visit Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa, and Ibn Battuta Mall, by traveling 10.5 km, 11.0 km, and 33.7 km, respectively after landing at Dubai Intl. Travellers can book a car hire at Dubai Intl for about $40 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

  • 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 to Nairobi?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Nairobi (average of $1,110). Flying from Melbourne to Nairobi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,995). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsia XCheapest$1,037Average$1,499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,116Average$1,664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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IndiGoCheapest$1,425Average$1,892FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,550Average$2,043FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,608Average$1,881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,698Average$2,274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,900Average$2,446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,037Average$2,681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$2,092Average$2,617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$2,216Average$2,627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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