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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight to Nairobi? If you want to travel to Nairobi next month, round-trip fares start from $646. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Nairobi.$641 per passenger.Departing Tue, Mar 2, returning Tue, Mar 9.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Ben Gurion Intl on Tue, Mar 2, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, Mar 9, arriving in Ben Gurion Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From $641, select.

Nairobi.$641 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jan 21, returning Thu, Jan 28.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Ben Gurion Intl on Thu, Jan 21, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, Jan 28, arriving in Ben Gurion Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From $641, select.

Nairobi.$642 per passenger.Departing Mon, Feb 1, returning Thu, Feb 18.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Ben Gurion Intl on Mon, Feb 1, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, Feb 18, arriving in Ben Gurion Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From $642, select.

Nairobi.$644 per passenger.Departing Fri, Oct 23, returning Wed, Oct 28.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Ben Gurion Intl on Fri, Oct 23, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, Oct 28, arriving in Ben Gurion Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From $644, select.

Nairobi.$648 per passenger.Departing Thu, Oct 22, returning Sun, Nov 1.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Ben Gurion Intl on Thu, Oct 22, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sun, Nov 1, arriving in Ben Gurion Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From $648, select.

Nairobi.$649 per passenger.Departing Thu, Nov 12, returning Thu, Nov 19.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Ben Gurion Intl on Thu, Nov 12, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, Nov 19, arriving in Ben Gurion Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From $649, select.

Nairobi.$651 per passenger.Departing Thu, Dec 24, returning Thu, Dec 31.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Ben Gurion Intl on Thu, Dec 24, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, Dec 31, arriving in Ben Gurion Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From $651, select.

Nairobi.$652 per passenger.Departing Mon, Dec 28, returning Thu, Jan 7.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Ben Gurion Intl on Mon, Dec 28, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, Jan 7, arriving in Ben Gurion Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From $652, select.

Nairobi.$657 per passenger.Departing Fri, Oct 16, returning Mon, Jan 18.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Ben Gurion Intl on Fri, Oct 16, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, Jan 18, arriving in Ben Gurion Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From $657, select.

Nairobi.$675 per passenger.Departing Thu, Nov 26, returning Tue, Dec 1.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Ben Gurion Intl on Thu, Nov 26, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, Dec 1, arriving in Ben Gurion Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From $675, select.

Nairobi.$693 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jun 1, returning Thu, Jul 1.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Ben Gurion Intl on Tue, Jun 1, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, Jul 1, arriving in Ben Gurion Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From $693, select.

Nairobi.$695 per passenger.Departing Mon, Nov 30, returning Wed, Jan 13.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Ben Gurion Intl on Mon, Nov 30, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, Jan 13, arriving in Ben Gurion Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From $695, select.

Nairobi.$696 per passenger.Departing Mon, Aug 30, returning Wed, Sep 8.Round-trip flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departing from Ben Gurion Intl on Mon, Aug 30, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with flydubai, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, Sep 8, arriving in Ben Gurion Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From $696, select.

Nairobi.$700 per passenger.Departing Thu, Sep 2, returning Fri, Sep 10.Round-trip flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departing from Ben Gurion Intl on Thu, Sep 2, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with flydubai, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Fri, Sep 10, arriving in Ben Gurion Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From $700, select.

Nairobi.$704 per passenger.Departing Wed, Feb 10, returning Thu, Apr 1.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Ben Gurion Intl on Wed, Feb 10, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, Apr 1, arriving in Ben Gurion Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From $704, select.

Nairobi.$706 per passenger.Departing Sat, Oct 10, returning Sat, Dec 19.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Ben Gurion Intl on Sat, Oct 10, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sat, Dec 19, arriving in Ben Gurion Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From $706, select.

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Airports in Nairobi

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Nairobi Wilson

3km from central Nairobi

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Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta

13km from central Nairobi

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Direct flights to Nairobi

Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Nairobi?

There are 2 airports in Nairobi: Nairobi Wilson and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.

Which airlines offer direct flights to Nairobi?

Currently, Challenge Airlines IL is the only airline that flies non-stop to Nairobi.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Nairobi?

The cheapest month to fly to Nairobi is usually March.

How can I find the best flight deal to Nairobi?

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 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.

Can I get a direct flight to Nairobi?

Yes – you can fly direct to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport and the average flight time is 6 hours and 30 minutes.

How much are round-trip flights to Nairobi?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight to Nairobi is $638. 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.

What's the cheapest airport in Nairobi?

The cheapest airport near Nairobi is Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta – which is 13.2 km away from the center of Nairobi. We've found flights to this airport from $638.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly to Nairobi on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Nairobi is Tuesday, March 2, 2027.

When is the best time to book flights to Nairobi?

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.

What’s the weather like in Nairobi?

The average temperature in Nairobi in October is around 21°C. The warmest month in Nairobi is typically April, which averages 26°C. The coolest month is July, with temperatures averaging 13°C. The rainiest month is April, and it usually rains the least in June.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with to Nairobi?

Currently, Ethiopian Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Nairobi.

Flying to Nairobi

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$638
Cheapest month to fly	March
Average flight time	6 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airline	Challenge Airlines IL
Average flights per week	4

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How to find cheap flights to Nairobi

$279 is the cheapest price for a one-way flight to Nairobi. Or you can book a return ticket for $641.
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Book as early as possible. You might even be able to score some excellent early bird deals on your flight.
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Best time to go to Nairobi

If your travel dates are flexible, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest month or day to fly.
August sees the highest demand for flights. The city is generally at its peak, so you'll always find things to do.
The quietest time to travel is March. Book your plane tickets to Nairobi then and explore the top attractions at a more leisurely pace.
With averages between 13ºC (55ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF), February is when Nairobi is warmest. Organize your visit around your weather preferences to get the most out of your trip.
July has the lowest temperatures, ranging from about 12ºC (54ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
Hoping to leave the raincoat at home? July is the driest month in Nairobi, averaging one day of rain.
It's rainiest during April, which gets around 11 days of wet weather.

Flying to Nairobi: what you need to know

Most visitors arrive through Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO), the city's busiest airport.
Skip the layovers and travel to your destination in a single journey. Lock in a direct flight to Nairobi with one of these airlines:
Nairobi is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Once you've booked your tickets, find the perfect stay to match your journey. Here's a roundup of popular hotels to keep in mind for your visit:

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

Central Nairobi is about 18 kilometers from NBO, the city's main gateway.
After landing from your flight to Nairobi, the drive to the center takes around 30 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Take your pick of comfortable hotels close to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport. Check in and kick back at one of these after your flight to Nairobi:
Pick up a car rental at NBO and travel to places outside the usual tourist spots. Auto-Union and Green Motion can hook you up with a ride for your adventures through Nairobi and beyond.

Nairobi highlights

Put these popular attractions high on your must-see list after hopping off your flight to Nairobi:
- Sheldrick Wildlife Trust Nursery: A classic spot to begin sightseeing, this landmark is around 11 kilometers southwest of the city center.
- Westlands Market: You'll find this shopping area roughly 3 kilometers northwest of the center in Westlands. Weave in a little spending stop here while you explore Nairobi.
- Mara Conservancy: Need one more reason to visit Nairobi? This landmark pulls in the crowds and is around 3 kilometers north of the city center.

Explore more of Kenya

There's a whole lot more to see and do in Kenya, starting with Nakuru. Lake Nakuru National Park, Lake Nakuru and Rhino Point are must-sees in this city, which is about 137 kilometers northwest of Nairobi.
Another city in Kenya that could easily become a favorite is Eldoret. From Nairobi, it's roughly 257 kilometers northwest and offers top sights like BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Eldoret and Eldoret Nature & Culture Centre. Spend a little time at The Eldoret City of Champions Monument too.
Or set out for Kisumu, roughly 257 kilometers northwest of Nairobi. HIPPO POINT, Freedom Park and KWS-Kisumu Impala Sanctuary are just the start of the reasons to visit. The most convenient way to get here is by flying into Kisumu Airport (KIS).

Complete your trip with a Nairobi car rental

Want to rent a car in the city? Browse the car rentals in Nairobi and set off on your own adventure. Compare prices in one place to find the perfect ride after you've booked your hotel and cheap flight to Nairobi.