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$1,315+ Cheap flights to Nairobi

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 26/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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31 Jul — 7 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Nairobi in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Nairobi
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Nairobi. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 1 July 2026.

Sat 5/909:00
AKL
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NBO
2 stops30h 40m
China Southern
Sat 12/913:15
NBO
-
AKL
1 stop32h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 27/6$2,025
Sat 5/909:00
AKL
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NBO
2 stops30h 40m
China Southern
Thu 17/913:15
NBO
-
AKL
1 stop41h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 26/6$2,027
Sat 5/909:00
AKL
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NBO
2 stops30h 40m
China Southern
Thu 10/913:15
NBO
-
AKL
1 stop32h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 28/6$2,038
Fri 4/921:20
AKL
-
NBO
2 stops42h 20m
China Southern
Wed 9/915:50
NBO
-
AKL
2 stops38h 40m
China Southern
Deal found 27/6$2,179

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Find the latest flights to Nairobi in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches and data was last updated on 1 July 2026.

Return from

$2,025

One-way from

$1,315

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$3,263
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 5/9-12/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 62h 55m total
  • Auckland to Nairobi
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China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 26/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 20m total
  • Auckland to Nairobi
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($46 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Return

Price

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AucklandNairobi

AKL - NBO

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Thu 27/8

21:20-06:30

1 stop42h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 9/9

15:50-15:30

2 stops38h 40m

$2,280

AucklandNairobi

AKL - NBO

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Tue 25/8

21:20-06:30

1 stop42h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 11/9

15:50-15:30

2 stops38h 40m

$2,370

AucklandNairobi

AKL - NBO

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Thu 3/9

21:20-06:30

1 stop42h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 15/9

13:15-15:30

1 stop41h 15m

$2,458

AucklandNairobi

AKL - NBO

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Sat 5/9

06:15-06:40

3 stops33h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 17/9

13:15-15:30

1 stop41h 15m

$2,619

AucklandNairobi

AKL - NBO

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Thu 3/9

17:15-06:45

2 stops46h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 15/9

08:15-23:30

2 stops30h 15m

$2,694

AucklandNairobi

AKL - NBO

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Tue 25/8

17:15-23:50

2 stops39h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 11/9

08:15-23:30

2 stops30h 15m

$2,705
Fastest return journey

AucklandNairobi

AKL - NBO

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Wed 11/11

17:45-13:45

2 stops30h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 15/11

08:45-00:30

2 stops29h 45m

$2,889

AucklandNairobi

AKL - NBO

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Sun 18/10

17:15-13:40

2 stops30h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 16/11

08:45-00:30

2 stops29h 45m

$2,889

AucklandNairobi

AKL - NBO

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Mon 13/7

07:00-18:05

2 stops44h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 23/8

19:00-15:05

2 stops35h 05m

$3,035

AucklandNairobi

AKL - NBO

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Thu 13/8

20:40-06:30

2 stops42h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 20/8

13:15-06:30

1 stop32h 15m

$3,109

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Nairobi

How long is the flight to Nairobi?

On average, a flight from Auckland to Nairobi takes 30 hours 25 minutes. Flights to Nairobi from other popular cities in New Zealand will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Nairobi?

The most popular airlines flying from Auckland to Nairobi are China Southern, Emirates and Qatar Airways.

China Southern
China Southern
From $1,900
Emirates
Emirates
From $3,253
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From $2,758
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From $2,333

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Nairobi?

The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Nairobi are China Southern, Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways.

Rainfall in Nairobi by month

Plan your trip to Nairobi by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Nairobi ranges from 10.0 - 160.0 mm per month. April is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 160.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Nairobi when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Nairobi by month

Plan your trip to Nairobi by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Nairobi, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 17.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Nairobi?

Booking 84 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights 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

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 1 July 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines serving Kenya, such as Emirates,China Southern, andQatar Airways. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,603 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,603 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,603 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
China Southern
7.5
Good
155 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,603 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,738 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,603 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,469 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,603 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

FAQs about flying to Nairobi

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Nairobi if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Nairobi on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Nairobi?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, China Southern is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Nairobi.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Nairobi depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Nairobi, Auckland Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (30 hours 25 minutes).

  • Does Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl?

    Yes. Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Homestay - best home in nairobi kenya welcome is the closest property to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (0.0 km away from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl).

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