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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Nairobi from $632

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 11/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — NBO
22 Apr — 29 Apr1
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 23 March 2026.

Sun 19/412:00
MEL
-
NBO
2 stops24h 40m
IndiGo
Sun 26/406:40
NBO
-
MEL
2 stops43h 10m
IndiGo
Deal found 19/3$1,408
Sun 3/513:25
MEL
-
NBO
2 stops47h 15m
IndiGo
Sat 23/506:40
NBO
-
MEL
2 stops40h 35m
IndiGo
Deal found 19/3$1,442
Sat 18/412:00
MEL
-
NBO
2 stops24h 40m
IndiGo
Sat 25/406:40
NBO
-
MEL
2 stops44h 05m
IndiGo
Deal found 18/3$1,464
Tue 5/512:00
MEL
-
NBO
2 stops24h 40m
IndiGo
Mon 11/506:40
NBO
-
MEL
2 stops40h 35m
IndiGo
Deal found 21/3$1,478
Sun 3/513:25
MEL
-
NBO
2 stops47h 15m
IndiGo
Sun 10/506:40
NBO
-
MEL
2 stops43h 45m
IndiGo
Deal found 19/3$1,480
Mon 20/412:00
MEL
-
NBO
2 stops24h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 8/506:40
NBO
-
MEL
2 stops40h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/3$1,495
Thu 30/413:25
MEL
-
NBO
2 stops47h 15m
IndiGo
Thu 25/606:40
NBO
-
MEL
2 stops40h 35m
IndiGo
Deal found 21/3$1,518
Fri 1/514:50
MEL
-
NBO
2 stops45h 50m
IndiGo
Sun 31/506:40
NBO
-
MEL
2 stops43h 45m
IndiGo
Deal found 20/3$1,615
Sun 13/907:45
MEL
-
NBO
2 stops28h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 19/906:40
NBO
-
MEL
2 stops40h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/3$1,638
Mon 18/507:45
MEL
-
NBO
2 stops28h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 30/506:40
NBO
-
MEL
2 stops40h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/3$1,642
Tue 28/407:45
MEL
-
NBO
2 stops28h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 28/506:40
NBO
-
MEL
2 stops29h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/3$1,649
Mon 20/412:00
MEL
-
NBO
2 stops24h 40m
IndiGo
Mon 11/506:40
NBO
-
MEL
2 stops40h 35m
IndiGo
Deal found 22/3$1,650

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 23 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,408

One-way from

$632

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$2,079
IndiGo
  • IndiGo
  • 19/4-26/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 67h 50m total
  • Melbourne to Nairobi
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11/5
  • 11/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Nairobi
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($218 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($57 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneNairobi

MEL - NBO

MELNBO

Melbourne

Sat 2/5

20:20-05:25

2 stops40h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 9/5

07:10-14:10

2 stops48h 00m

$1,582

MelbourneNairobi

MEL - NBO

MELNBO

Melbourne

Tue 28/4

11:00-12:30

2 stops56h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 29/5

07:05-09:00

2 stops42h 55m

$2,176

MelbourneNairobi

MEL - NBO

MELNBO

Melbourne

Mon 27/4

20:55-20:10

2 stops30h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 25/5

20:50-04:55

2 stops25h 05m

$2,180
Fastest return journey

MelbourneNairobi

MEL - NBO

MELNBO

Melbourne

Wed 29/4

17:20-12:30

1 stop26h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 25/5

13:35-15:50

1 stop19h 15m

$2,251

MelbourneNairobi

MEL - NBO

MELNBO

Melbourne

Sat 25/4

17:20-12:30

1 stop26h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 26/5

01:30-15:50

1 stop31h 20m

$2,251

MelbourneNairobi

MEL - NBO

MELNBO

Melbourne

Mon 18/5

20:55-04:55

3 stops39h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 1/6

20:50-04:55

2 stops25h 05m

$2,324

MelbourneNairobi

MEL - NBO

MELNBO

Melbourne

Sun 3/5

20:55-20:10

2 stops30h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 26/5

13:00-04:55

2 stops32h 55m

$2,334

MelbourneNairobi

MEL - NBO

MELNBO

Melbourne

Sat 25/4

15:45-14:40

1 stop29h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 29/5

01:20-04:55

1 stop20h 35m

$2,449

MelbourneNairobi

MEL - NBO

MELNBO

Melbourne

Thu 30/4

15:10-04:55

3 stops44h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 25/6

13:00-04:55

2 stops32h 55m

$2,463

MelbourneNairobi

MEL - NBO

MELNBO

Melbourne

Wed 13/5

17:10-14:40

2 stops28h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 17/5

10:25-22:05

1 stop28h 40m

$2,465

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Nairobi

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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 13 March 2026.

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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Nairobi (average of $1,149). Flying from Melbourne to Nairobi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,894). 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.

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 23 March 2026.
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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,543 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
3,543 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,543 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,009 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,543 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
3,732 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,543 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
145 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,543 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
1,429 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,543 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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

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 to Nairobi?

    China Eastern, RwandAir, and Etihad Airways can get you from Melbourne to Nairobi in just under 26h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 30h 20m. There are 11473 km between Melbourne and Nairobi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne to Nairobi round-trip from $1,020. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air India, from $1,049, and IndiGo, from $1,171. AirAsia X is priced at 53% 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 ($494), Etihad Airways ($632), and Air India ($633).

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

    Flights departing from Melbourne and landing in Nairobi stopover in Abu Dhabi most frequently. Doha sees the next most stopovers on Melbourne to Nairobi flights.

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

    Melbourne to Nairobi flights have a stopover in Kuala Lumpur the least frequently. Melbourne to Nairobi flights stopping in Dubai are the next rarest.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Nairobi (average of $1,149). Flying from Melbourne to Nairobi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,894). 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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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 23 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsia XCheapest$1,020Average$1,478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,049Average$1,577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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IndiGoCheapest$1,171Average$1,712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,500Average$1,978FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,524Average$1,787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,631Average$2,171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,851Average$2,568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,937Average$2,341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,972Average$2,492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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RwandAirCheapest$2,026Average$2,516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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