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Cheap flights from Auckland to Nairobi from $1,205

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 20/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — NBO
11 Sep — 18 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Auckland to Nairobi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to Nairobi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 August 2026.

Sat 5/921:20 -
1 stop42h 10m
Wed 16/915:50 -
2 stops38h 40m
Deal found 12/8$2,113
Sat 5/909:00 -
1 stop30h 40m
Sat 12/913:15 -
1 stop32h 15m
Deal found 7/8$2,147
Sat 24/1010:00 -
2 stops30h 40m
Mon 30/1113:35 -
1 stop40h 40m
Deal found 11/8$2,178
Sat 29/821:20 -
1 stop42h 10m
Mon 7/913:15 -
1 stop41h 15m
Deal found 12/8$2,356
Sun 6/921:20 -
1 stop42h 10m
Wed 16/915:50 -
2 stops38h 40m
Deal found 9/8$2,380
Tue 20/1006:15 -
3 stops34h 25m
Mon 30/1113:35 -
1 stop40h 40m
Deal found 11/8$2,384
Wed 2/1221:15 -
2 stops43h 50m
Mon 28/1213:35 -
1 stop30h 55m
Deal found 12/8$2,435
Thu 10/921:20 -
1 stop42h 10m
Fri 18/915:50 -
2 stops38h 40m
Deal found 11/8$2,443
Wed 2/1222:10 -
1 stop42h 55m
Mon 28/1213:35 -
1 stop30h 55m
Deal found 12/8$2,446

Find flight deals from Auckland to Nairobi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Auckland (AKL) 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 12 August 2026.

Round-trip from

$2,147

One-way from

$1,205

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,266
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 5/9-12/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 62h 55m total
  • Auckland to Nairobi
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China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 20/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 42h 10m total
  • Auckland to Nairobi
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($173 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($70 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Price

Cheapest return flight

AucklandNairobi

AKL Auckland Intl - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Thu 10/9

21:20-06:30

1 stop42h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 18/9

15:50-15:30

2 stops38h 40m

$2,443

AucklandNairobi

AKL Auckland Intl - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Sat 29/8

21:20-06:30

1 stop42h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 7/9

13:15-15:30

1 stop41h 15m

$2,560

AucklandNairobi

AKL Auckland Intl - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Sat 5/9

06:05-06:40

3 stops33h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 12/9

13:15-15:30

1 stop41h 15m

$2,571

AucklandNairobi

AKL Auckland Intl - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Thu 10/9

21:20-06:30

1 stop42h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 18/9

15:50-14:50

3 stops38h 00m

$2,615

AucklandNairobi

AKL Auckland Intl - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Sun 6/9

06:15-06:30

2 stops33h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 16/9

15:50-15:05

3 stops38h 15m

$2,873
Fastest return journey

AucklandNairobi

AKL Auckland Intl - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Sun 6/9

17:15-13:40

1 stop29h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 16/9

08:15-23:30

1 stop30h 15m

$3,234

AucklandNairobi

AKL Auckland Intl - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Sat 29/8

17:15-13:40

2 stops29h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 7/9

08:15-23:30

2 stops30h 15m

$3,433

AucklandNairobi

AKL Auckland Intl - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Wed 21/10

17:15-13:40

2 stops30h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 30/11

08:45-00:25

2 stops29h 40m

$3,518

AucklandNairobi

AKL Auckland Intl - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Sat 24/10

06:00-21:45

3 stops49h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 30/11

23:30-13:25

2 stops51h 55m

$3,526

AucklandNairobi

AKL Auckland Intl - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Wed 21/10

06:00-20:55

3 stops48h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 30/11

23:30-13:25

2 stops51h 55m

$3,533

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Best time to book a flight from Auckland to Nairobi

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Nairobi from Auckland with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Auckland to Nairobi

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Auckland to Nairobi?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Nairobi (average of $2,030). Flying from Auckland to Nairobi in October is currently the most expensive (average of $3,217). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Auckland to Nairobi?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Auckland to Nairobi flights typically cost between $2,176 and $2,678 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $2,113 on China Southern (5 Sept–16 Sept).

How far ahead should I book a flight from Auckland to Nairobi?

Booking 89 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Auckland 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 12 August 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andChina Southern from Auckland 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
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Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
3,655 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
7.4
Good
3,744 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
7.3
Good
173 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Auckland to Nairobi. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Auckland to Nairobi?

    Located just 17.9 km from the city centre, Auckland Intl is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Nairobi from Auckland. Booking flights from Auckland Intl (AKL) to Nairobi should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Nairobi from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Auckland to Nairobi?

    Departing from Auckland to Nairobi will take you 42h 10m. The distance from Auckland to Nairobi is about 13924 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Nairobi round-trip?

    China Southern, at $1,831, was found to be the cheapest airline from Auckland to Nairobi.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Qatar Airways and Emirates. China Southern is currently priced 34% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Auckland to Nairobi one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $1,036 on Etihad Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include China Southern from $1,193 and RwandAir from $1,209 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Auckland to Nairobi that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Auckland to Nairobi flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Auckland to Nairobi?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Auckland to Nairobi?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Auckland 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 Auckland to Nairobi?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Nairobi (average of $2,030). Flying from Auckland to Nairobi in October is currently the most expensive (average of $3,217). 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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Top 3 airlines flying from Auckland to Nairobi

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Auckland to Nairobi. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 12 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$1,831Average$2,203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,629Average$2,988FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$3,132Average$3,360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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