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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from San Diego International Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $1,425. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Diego International to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta flights are currently cheapest in October.

San Diego International to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Diego International to Nairobi below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.

San Diego to Nairobi: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,204
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from San Diego International to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from San Diego International to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta is $1,204. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from San Diego International to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,204.
There are no flights flying from San Diego International to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta, as of May 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from San Diego International to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Diego International Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport on Tuesday, September 15, 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Diego International Airport and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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.
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.
Currently, Delta offers the cheapest flight tickets to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.

Flying from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO): what you need to know

  • Nairobi's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Nairobi ten hours ahead of San Diego.

  • Give yourself enough time to make your SAN to NBO flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from San Diego International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Many travelers pass through London Heathrow Airport when flying between SAN and NBO.

How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

  • $721 is currently the best price for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flight. Return flights start from $1,204. These fares can change depending on availability.

  • It's usually smart to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SAN to NBO. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across the month when looking for your flight from San Diego International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.

  • Picking up cheap flights from SAN to NBO is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.

  • Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from San Diego International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • SAN is located at Airport Drive.

  • 71.38% of flights that leave from San Diego International Airport land at their destination on schedule.

  • San Diego International Airport is around 5 kilometers from central San Diego. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a journey time of roughly 20 minutes when using public transport.

  • Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near SAN. Whether you've booked an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

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

  • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is approximately 14 kilometers from the center of Nairobi. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.

  • Traveling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

When to fly to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

  • The quietest month for a flight from San Diego International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Nairobi based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • Lock in your flight from San Diego International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for March if you want to go to Nairobi during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

  • July sees average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SAN to NBO sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Kenya

  • Mombasa is just one of the many cities in Kenya waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Nairobi. Around 434 kilometers away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Fort Jesus, Haller Park and Old Town of Mombasa.

  • Around 145 kilometers north-west of Nairobi, Nakuru is another essential stop in Kenya. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at ARTHUR GARDENS (WEDDING/EVENT GROUNDS), Upper Hill estate and Muhia's Conservation Forest.

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