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We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Nairobi is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

When is the best time to book flights to Nairobi?

The cheapest month to fly to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta is usually March.

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Frequently asked questions

Kenya Airways and Delta both fly non-stop to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 40 minutes.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta is $717. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport is Friday, March 20, 2026.
Currently, Qatar Airways and Kenya Airways offer the cheapest flight tickets to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.

Flying to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$717
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time13 hrs, 40 mins
Most popular airlineKenya Airways
Average flights per week34

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How to find cheap flights to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

  • The cheapest price currently available for a one-way flight to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is $342. A round-trip plane ticket to NBO right now is $717.

  • Get updates on fares by setting up a Price Alert. The moment prices on tickets to NBO fall, you'll be notified.

  • The sooner you book, the better. You might even be able to score some incredible early bird deals on tickets to Nairobi, where Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is located.

  • Click on the 'Add nearby airports' filter and broaden your search for cheap flights to Nairobi. This will list all the airports around your departure and destination points.

  • Consider taking a flight with a stop since indirect routes are usually cheaper. Simply uncheck the 'Direct flights' box when searching for your plane tickets to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.

Best time to go to Nairobi

  • May is generally the cheapest month to board a flight to Nairobi.

  • Use the 'Whole month' tool if you have flexible travel dates. Browse fares for an entire month and find a flight to NBO that suits your itinerary and budget.

  • If you want to experience Nairobi at its liveliest, lock in your flights to NBO for July. Being on vacation during peak seasons generally means more to see and do compared to other times.

  • February is the least busy time of year to visit if you want a more relaxed pace. You'll typically find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Nairobi then.

  • The weather can make or break a vacation, so consider the kind of conditions you enjoy traveling in. Nairobi is warmest in March, with averages of between 57ºF and 86ºF.

  • Temperatures are at their lowest in July, when they range from 54ºF to 75ºF.

  • With one day of rain on average, July is the driest month in Nairobi.

  • Rain is more common here in April, which gets around 11 days of wet weather.

Flying to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO): What you need to know

  • Skip the layovers and get to Nairobi in a single hop. Lock in a direct flight to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport with one of these major airlines:

  • Consider booking your NBO plane ticket with China Southern. It's the carrier with the fewest delays, with up to 100% of flights into this airport touching down on time.

  • When you step off the plane at NBO, you'll be in the UTC+3 timezone.

  • Whether you're arriving late or simply want the convenience of staying close by, you'll find some comfortable hotels near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Check in and relax at one of these after your flight to NBO:

  • Start your Nairobi adventure sooner by picking up a car rental in NBO. Auto-Union, Green Motion and Hertz are well-known providers to take your pick of here.

  • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport has an on-time performance of 67%. This number is a measure of how reliably flights from NBO reach their destination as scheduled.

Getting to central Nairobi from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

  • The distance from NBO to central Nairobi is about 9 miles.

  • You'll reach the center in around 20 minutes if you're taking a cab or a ride-share after your flight to NBO.

  • Public transport will get you there in roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Nairobi has you covered when it comes to a place to stay. Here's a lineup of comfortable hotels to consider for your visit:

Nairobi highlights

  • Put these popular sights at the top of your must-do list after hopping off your flight to Nairobi:

    • Masai Mara National Reserve: A memorable preview of what the city has to offer, this landmark is around 2 miles south of the center.

    • La Jardine Gardens: Here's where you can slow things down a little while exploring Nairobi. You'll find this park roughly 2 miles west of the center.

    • Giraffe manor: This will be another highlight of your trip. A top landmark, it's around 0.6 miles south-east of the heart of Nairobi.

How to get to Thika from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

  • Setting out for the nearby city of Thika? It's about 35 miles from NBO. Allow around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the center in a cab or ride-share.

  • If you're planning to catch public transport, it'll take roughly 3 hours 20 minutes to reach your destination.

Traveling from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Nyeri

  • If Nyeri is on your radar, it's about 65 miles from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.

  • It takes 2 hours 50 minutes or so to drive to Nyeri.

Explore more of Kenya

  • There's loads more of Kenya ready to be uncovered. Around 90 miles north-west of Nairobi, take off to Nakuru. What not to miss? Begin with Nakuru National Park, Lake Nakuru and Rhino Point.

  • Eldoret fits right into any adventure through Kenya. You'll find it around 170 miles north-west of Nairobi. Kapseret Eco Resort, BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Eldoret and Eldoret Nature & Culture Centre are among the highlights.

  • Or venture to Kisumu, about 170 miles north-west of Nairobi. Hippo Point, Kisumu Impala Park Wildlife Sanctuary Office and Kenya Wildlife Impala Park are among the many reasons to visit. The easiest way to get here is by flying into Kisumu Airport (KIS).

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