Cheap flights from Sydney to Nairobi from $853

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 7/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — NBO
14 Dec — 21 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Nairobi are usually found in May or March, booked 80 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 14 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$2,184

One-way from

$853

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,303
2/5-28/6
  • 2/5-28/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 63h 50m total
  • Sydney to Nairobi
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 7/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 10m total
  • Sydney to Nairobi
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($217 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($55 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025

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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 14 November 2025.

Fri 14/1107:15SYD - NBO
3 stops30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 20/1201:35NBO - SYD
2 stops23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$2,193
Wed 12/1121:40SYD - NBO
1 stop24h 05mQatar Airways
Tue 25/1101:35NBO - SYD
1 stop21h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/11$2,222
Fri 26/1221:30SYD - NBO
1 stop35h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 26/106:40NBO - SYD
2 stops40h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$2,229
Wed 12/1121:40SYD - NBO
2 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/1107:15NBO - SYD
3 stops27h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$2,242
Fri 21/1122:00SYD - NBO
2 stops41h 30mChina Southern
Sun 7/1216:30NBO - SYD
2 stops30h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 12/11$2,271
Thu 13/1115:35SYD - NBO
3 stops29h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/1114:10NBO - SYD
3 stops33h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$2,278
Fri 14/1115:50SYD - NBO
1 stop23h 25mQatar Airways
Sat 20/1201:35NBO - SYD
1 stop33h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/11$2,319

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SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/3

15:50-13:45

1 stop29h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 22/3

01:35-06:50

1 stop21h 15m

$2,271

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/2

14:00-07:15

2 stops25h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 28/2

01:35-06:50

1 stop21h 15m

$2,283

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 2/4

21:30-00:30

1 stop35h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 10/4

07:00-17:00

1 stop27h 00m

$2,287

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/3

15:50-07:15

1 stop23h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 23/3

17:00-06:10

2 stops29h 10m

$2,301

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 11/2

16:35-12:45

1 stop28h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 7/3

04:20-06:35

2 stops42h 15m

$2,341

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 7/4

21:30-12:40

1 stop22h 10m

$853

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 7/4

15:00-13:10

2 stops29h 10m

$1,151

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 29/4

15:40-00:30

1 stop39h 50m

$1,254

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 15/12

07:15-06:20

3 stops31h 05m

$1,306

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 28/12

21:50-00:50

3 stops59h 00m

$1,398

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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 7 November 2025.

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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Nairobi (average of $1,173). Flying from Sydney to Nairobi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,712). 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 14 November 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 28% 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 Monday 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.

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 14 November 2025.
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.

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.

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  • 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 25h 15m. 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 $922. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by AirAsia X and Air India, with the lowest prices starting at $1,056 and $1,321, respectively. These flights start at 59% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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  • 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.

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

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    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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Nairobi (average of $1,173). Flying from Sydney to Nairobi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,712). 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$922Average$1,896FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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AirAsia XCheapest$1,056Average$1,586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,321Average$1,465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,514Average$1,977FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,521Average$2,483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,559Average$2,103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,568Average$2,298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$2,003Average$2,730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,017Average$2,456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,048Average$2,890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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