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Cheap flights from Sydney to Nairobi from $988

SYD — NBO
22 Oct — 29 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Nairobi

Wed 18/1122:10 -
1 stop40h 55m
Sun 6/1216:30 -
2 stops43h 50m
Deal found 18/9$1,705
Thu 15/1015:45 -
2 stops45h 55m
Fri 23/1006:40 -
2 stops39h 30m
Deal found 16/9$1,718
Thu 8/1015:45 -
2 stops45h 55m
Thu 22/1006:40 -
2 stops39h 30m
Deal found 17/9$1,725
Tue 13/1015:45 -
2 stops45h 55m
Fri 23/1006:40 -
2 stops39h 30m
Deal found 19/9$1,730
Sat 24/1021:35 -
1 stop40h 45m
Fri 30/1007:15 -
1 stop39h 15m
Deal found 21/9$1,737
Sat 24/1015:45 -
2 stops45h 55m
Sat 31/1006:40 -
2 stops39h 55m
Deal found 21/9$1,744
Sun 18/1015:45 -
2 stops45h 55m
Sun 25/1006:40 -
2 stops39h 55m
Deal found 17/9$1,754
Wed 30/1216:50 -
1 stop21h 30m
Mon 18/113:35 -
1 stop20h 10m
Deal found 20/9$1,761
Sat 17/1015:45 -
2 stops45h 55m
Sat 24/1006:40 -
2 stops39h 55m
Deal found 17/9$1,765
Sun 18/1017:10 -
3 stops29h 00m
Sun 25/1015:10 -
3 stops40h 45m
Deal found 17/9$1,772
Sun 18/1011:05 -
1 stop27h 25m
Sun 25/1016:30 -
2 stops43h 50m
Deal found 17/9$1,774

Find flight deals from Sydney to Nairobi

Round-trip from

$1,705

One-way from

$988

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,384
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 18/11-6/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 84h 45m total
  • Sydney to Nairobi
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27/9-31/12
  • 27/9-31/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 38h 25m total
  • Sydney to Nairobi
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($170 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($81 potential savings vs. average return price).
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SydneyNairobi

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 3/10

20:35-13:05

3 stops47h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-07:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$988

SydneyNairobi

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 27/9

22:15-05:40

2 stops38h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-07:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,111

SydneyNairobi

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 25/9

13:00-05:40

3 stops47h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-07:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,130

SydneyNairobi

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 3/10

20:50-06:10

1 stop40h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-07:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,153

SydneyNairobi

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 26/9

08:35-05:40

3 stops52h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-07:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,155
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SydneyNairobi

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 27/9

15:40-06:10

1 stop21h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-07:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,236

SydneyNairobi

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 17/12

12:05-18:20

3 stops38h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-07:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,407

SydneyNairobi

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 26/9

20:50-18:05

1 stop28h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-07:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,711

SydneyNairobi

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 17/12

15:15-07:05

1 stop23h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-07:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,802

SydneyNairobi

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 30/11

16:50-12:30

1 stop27h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 10/2

07:15-06:30

1 stop39h 15m

$1,896

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Nairobi

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Nairobi from Sydney with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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 $1,934). Flying from Sydney to Nairobi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,839). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Sydney to Nairobi?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Sydney to Nairobi flights typically cost between $1,965 and $2,395 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,705 on China Southern (18 Nov–6 Dec).

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

Booking 46 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Nairobi

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
3,662 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,662 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,662 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,102 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,662 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,731 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,662 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,532 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,662 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
China Southern
7.3
Good
172 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,662 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

Related info for your journey

  • 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. 7 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 27h 40m. 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 $841. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $1,723 and $1,780, respectively. These flights start at 62% 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 Etihad Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $610. Users have also found prices from $736 and $799 on Qatar Airways and IndiGo, 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 $1,934). Flying from Sydney to Nairobi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,839). 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 7 airlines flying from Sydney to Nairobi

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IndiGoCheapest$841Average$2,049FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,723Average$2,161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,780Average$2,196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,848Average$2,442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,898Average$2,660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$2,049Average$2,374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$2,185Average$2,918FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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