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Cheap flights from Sydney to Nairobi from $956

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 14/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — NBO
6 Feb — 13 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Nairobi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) 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 7 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$2,023

One-way from

$956

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,277
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 3/2-9/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 50m total
  • Sydney to Nairobi
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14/1
  • 14/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 35m total
  • Sydney to Nairobi
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($180 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($52 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Nairobi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Nairobi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 January 2026.

Thu 5/311:25SYD - NBO
1 stop27h 40mChina Southern
Sun 8/316:30NBO - SYD
2 stops43h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 6/1$2,023
Mon 4/515:40SYD - NBO
1 stop21h 20mEtihad Airways
Thu 25/613:45NBO - SYD
1 stop20h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/1$2,029
Sun 1/216:35SYD - NBO
1 stop28h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/201:45NBO - SYD
2 stops45h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$2,047
Fri 20/221:45SYD - NBO
1 stop35h 05mEtihad Airways
Fri 27/207:15NBO - SYD
1 stop26h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/1$2,057
Fri 15/521:30SYD - NBO
1 stop39h 30mEtihad Airways
Thu 18/613:45NBO - SYD
1 stop20h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 5/1$2,071
Fri 15/515:00SYD - NBO
2 stops29h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 18/617:30NBO - SYD
2 stops28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$2,078
Tue 3/211:25SYD - NBO
2 stops28h 05mChina Southern
Sun 1/316:30NBO - SYD
2 stops32h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 6/1$2,084
Fri 9/121:40SYD - NBO
2 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/206:40NBO - SYD
3 stops39h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$2,100
Tue 3/215:50SYD - NBO
1 stop23h 25mQatar Airways
Sun 1/317:00NBO - SYD
2 stops29h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/1$2,106
Wed 11/218:15SYD - NBO
2 stops27h 30mQatar Airways
Sat 7/301:35NBO - SYD
1 stop21h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/1$2,112
Sun 16/815:40SYD - NBO
1 stop28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 27/806:40NBO - SYD
2 stops41h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$2,114
Sat 21/221:45SYD - NBO
1 stop23h 00mEtihad Airways
Fri 27/201:45NBO - SYD
1 stop20h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/1$2,124

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SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/3

11:25-07:05

1 stop27h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 8/3

16:30-20:20

2 stops43h 50m

$2,023

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/2

16:35-12:45

1 stop28h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 5/2

01:45-07:30

2 stops45h 45m

$2,047

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 15/5

21:30-06:00

1 stop39h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 18/6

13:45-17:00

1 stop20h 15m

$2,071

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/2

11:25-07:30

2 stops28h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 1/3

16:30-09:25

2 stops32h 55m

$2,084

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/2

15:50-07:15

1 stop23h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 1/3

17:00-06:10

2 stops29h 10m

$2,106

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 21/2

21:45-12:45

1 stop23h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 27/2

01:45-06:35

1 stop20h 50m

$2,124

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 27/1

15:50-07:15

1 stop23h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 14/2

08:45-22:20

2 stops29h 35m

$2,155

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 11/2

16:35-12:45

1 stop28h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 8/3

13:40-06:35

1 stop32h 55m

$2,158

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/2

21:45-12:45

1 stop23h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 28/2

01:45-06:35

1 stop20h 50m

$2,158

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/3

21:45-00:50

1 stop35h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 7/3

01:45-06:35

1 stop20h 50m

$2,176

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Nairobi

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney 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 2 January 2026.

Booking 80 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sydney to Nairobi. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Nairobi (average of $1,139). Flying from Sydney to Nairobi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,695). 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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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 7 January 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Qantas Airways, andQatar Airways from Sydney to Nairobi have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,461 reviews
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Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,461 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,461 reviews
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Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

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.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
967 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,461 reviews
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Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

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.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,701 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,461 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

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.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,360 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,461 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

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.
AirAsia X
6.4
Okay
43 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,461 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to Nairobi. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to Nairobi?

    Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD), located 7.5 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Sydney to Nairobi. 11 airlines have flights from Kingsford Smith to Nairobi on a regular basis. Booking flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Nairobi should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Nairobi per day.

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Nairobi?

    Departing from Sydney to Nairobi will take you 23h 25m. Airlines will cover a distance of 12126 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Flying on IndiGo is currently your cheapest option to Nairobi, with prices starting at $898. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by AirAsia X and Air India, with the lowest prices starting at $1,130 and $1,287, respectively. These flights start at 59% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for AirAsia X. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $536. Users have also found prices from $712 and $726 on Air India and Etihad Airways, respectively.

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

    Sydney to Nairobi flights have a stopover in Abu Dhabi most often. Doha sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Sydney to Nairobi.

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

    Of the flights from Sydney to Nairobi that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Kuala Lumpur. Dubai sees the next fewest stopovers on Sydney to Nairobi flights.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Nairobi that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to Nairobi flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Nairobi?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to Nairobi.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to Nairobi?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney 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 Sydney to Nairobi?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Nairobi (average of $1,139). Flying from Sydney to Nairobi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,695). 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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IndiGoCheapest$898Average$1,825FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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AirAsia XCheapest$1,130Average$1,487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,287Average$1,425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,475Average$1,926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,519Average$1,969FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,556Average$2,274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,983Average$2,414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$2,078Average$2,516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,144Average$2,754FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$2,263Average$2,693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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