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Cheap flights from Sydney to Nairobi from $721

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 15/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — NBO
5 May — 12 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Nairobi are usually found in February or May, booked 24 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Saturday

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 30 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,237

One-way from

$721

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,676
10/6-20/6
  • 10/6-20/6
  • 5 total stops
  • 63h 05m total
  • Sydney to Nairobi
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15/5
  • 15/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 50m total
  • Sydney to Nairobi
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($157 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($53 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 30 April 2025.

Tue 10/620:45SYD - NBO
2 stops33h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 20/606:40NBO - SYD
3 stops29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$1,237
Tue 2/919:30SYD - NBO
1 stop30h 05mAir India
Wed 1/1020:05NBO - SYD
1 stop38h 55mAir India
Deal found 29/4$1,535
Sun 13/709:15SYD - NBO
1 stop20h 45mAirAsia X
Fri 25/700:30NBO - SYD
1 stop24h 20mAirAsia X
Deal found 29/4$1,652
Mon 19/510:15SYD - NBO
2 stops51h 35mChina Southern
Fri 13/615:40NBO - SYD
2 stops33h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 29/4$1,878
Wed 30/409:30SYD - NBO
2 stops34h 10mEtihad Airways
Wed 11/605:55NBO - SYD
2 stops28h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 29/4$2,069
Tue 1/714:50SYD - NBO
2 stops45h 50mIndiGo
Sun 20/706:40NBO - SYD
2 stops42h 35mIndiGo
Deal found 29/4$2,145
Wed 30/420:45SYD - NBO
1 stop34h 05mQatar Airways
Wed 11/618:10NBO - SYD
1 stop40h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 29/4$2,226
Mon 2/606:00SYD - NBO
1 stop21h 00mQantas Airways
Fri 11/716:35NBO - SYD
1 stop22h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 30/4$2,903
Mon 14/713:45SYD - NBO
2 stops39h 20mSouth African
Mon 28/712:35NBO - SYD
2 stops26h 15mSouth African
Deal found 29/4$3,010
Mon 2/610:20SYD - NBO
2 stops35h 10mEmirates
Fri 11/722:45NBO - SYD
1 stop40h 20mEmirates
Deal found 29/4$3,098
Tue 3/614:40SYD - NBO
2 stops37h 05mBritish Airways
Tue 24/601:20NBO - SYD
3 stops45h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 29/4$3,397
Mon 14/720:45SYD - NBO
3 stops39h 10mRwandAir
Mon 28/720:50NBO - SYD
2 stops37h 20mRwandAir
Deal found 29/4$3,432

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SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/6

20:45-23:00

2 stops33h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 20/6

06:40-19:30

3 stops29h 50m

$1,237

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/6

09:15-23:00

1 stop20h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 18/6

00:30-07:50

1 stop24h 20m

$1,321

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/6

19:30-18:35

1 stop30h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 27/6

20:05-18:00

1 stop38h 55m

$1,504

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 19/5

10:15-06:50

2 stops51h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 13/6

15:40-08:25

2 stops33h 45m

$1,878

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 1/7

14:50-05:40

2 stops45h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 20/7

06:40-08:15

2 stops42h 35m

$2,145

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 13/5

20:45-23:50

1 stop34h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 22/5

18:10-17:10

1 stop40h 00m

$2,456

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 1/8

21:30-12:40

1 stop22h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 31/8

18:20-06:10

1 stop28h 50m

$2,472

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/6

06:00-20:00

1 stop21h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 11/7

16:35-22:05

1 stop22h 30m

$2,903

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 14/7

13:45-22:05

2 stops39h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 28/7

12:35-21:50

2 stops26h 15m

$3,010

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/6

06:00-14:30

1 stop39h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 11/7

22:45-06:40

2 stops48h 55m

$3,096

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Nairobi

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

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 25 April 2025.

Booking 24 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Nairobi (average of $1,127). Flying from Sydney to Nairobi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,877). 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 SYD to NBO?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney 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 30 April 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 14% on flights from Sydney to Nairobi by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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

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

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

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 inches 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 30 April 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sydney to Nairobi, such as Emirates, Qantas Airways and China Southern. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,216 reviews
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Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

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.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,216 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,216 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

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.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
829 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,216 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

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.
China Southern
7.5
Good
96 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,216 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

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.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,563 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,216 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

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.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,203 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,216 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

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.

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. 9 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.

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

    Flying on Air India is currently your cheapest option to Nairobi, with prices starting at $1,535. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by AirAsia X and China Southern, with the lowest prices starting at $1,652 and $1,878, respectively. These flights start at 33% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    Sydney to Nairobi flights have a stopover in Dubai most often. Kuala Lumpur sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Sydney to Nairobi.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Dubai?

    If you're on a stopover in Dubai and looking for things to do, consider visiting Dubai Mall, Gold Souq, or Burj Khalifa. Those on a stopover in Dubai interested in visiting Dubai Mall, Gold Souq, or Burj Khalifa can do so by traveling 10.5 km, 6.8 km, and 11.0 km, respectively from Dubai Intl. Those landing in Dubai looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about $30 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Kuala Lumpur?

    Petronas Towers, Berjaya Times Square, and National Mosque of Malaysia are the most popular attractions in Kuala Lumpur if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Petronas Towers, Berjaya Times Square and National Mosque of Malaysia are located about 46.6 km, 44.9 km, and 44.8 km, respectively from Kuala Lumpur Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Travellers can book a car hire at Kuala Lumpur Intl for about $45 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • 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 New Delhi.

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Nairobi (average of $1,127). Flying from Sydney to Nairobi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,877). 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 9 airlines that operate flights from Sydney 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 30 April 2025.
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AirAsia XCheapest$1,091Average$1,732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,331Average$1,483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,505Average$2,287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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IndiGoCheapest$1,508Average$1,940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,514Average$2,332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,622Average$2,213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,789Average$2,947FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,818Average$2,320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$2,034Average$2,947FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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