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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Nairobi from $1,385

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 9/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — NBO
20 Aug — 27 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Nairobi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Nairobi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 July 2026.

Mon 7/909:00
AKL
-
NBO
1 stop30h 30m
China Southern
Wed 16/915:50
NBO
-
AKL
2 stops38h 40m
China Southern
Deal found 20/7$2,202
Wed 12/821:20
AKL
-
NBO
2 stops42h 20m
China Southern
Mon 24/813:15
NBO
-
AKL
1 stop41h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 17/7$2,272
Sat 29/809:00
AKL
-
NBO
2 stops30h 40m
China Southern
Thu 10/913:15
NBO
-
AKL
1 stop32h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 20/7$2,277
Sat 5/909:00
AKL
-
NBO
2 stops30h 40m
China Southern
Thu 17/913:15
NBO
-
AKL
1 stop41h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 20/7$2,281
Sun 6/921:20
AKL
-
NBO
1 stop42h 10m
China Southern
Wed 16/915:50
NBO
-
AKL
2 stops38h 40m
China Southern
Deal found 18/7$2,282
Sat 5/921:20
AKL
-
NBO
1 stop42h 10m
China Southern
Wed 16/915:50
NBO
-
AKL
2 stops38h 40m
China Southern
Deal found 18/7$2,299
Wed 2/921:20
AKL
-
NBO
2 stops42h 20m
China Southern
Fri 11/915:50
NBO
-
AKL
2 stops38h 40m
China Southern
Deal found 20/7$2,351
Wed 26/821:20
AKL
-
NBO
2 stops42h 20m
China Southern
Mon 7/913:15
NBO
-
AKL
1 stop41h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 20/7$2,354
Fri 13/1106:10
CHC
-
NBO
2 stops40h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 14/1122:45
NBO
-
CHC
2 stops32h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/7$3,672

Find flight deals from New Zealand to Nairobi

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Nairobi flight deals. Data was last updated 21 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$2,202

One-way from

$1,385

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$3,070
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 7/9-16/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 69h 10m total
  • New Zealand to Nairobi
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China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 9/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 55m total
  • New Zealand to Nairobi
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($186 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($77 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand to Nairobi that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 21 July 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

AucklandNairobi

AKL - NBO

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Mon 7/9

09:00-06:30

1 stop30h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 16/9

15:50-15:30

2 stops38h 40m

$2,202

AucklandNairobi

AKL - NBO

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Wed 12/8

21:20-06:40

2 stops42h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 21/8

15:50-06:30

2 stops53h 40m

$2,395

AucklandNairobi

AKL - NBO

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Sun 30/8

21:20-06:30

1 stop42h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 6/9

15:50-15:30

2 stops38h 40m

$2,412

AucklandNairobi

AKL - NBO

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Wed 2/9

21:20-06:40

2 stops42h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 11/9

15:50-00:10

3 stops47h 20m

$2,862

AucklandNairobi

AKL - NBO

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Sun 30/8

15:15-05:40

3 stops47h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 5/9

03:10-22:50

2 stops34h 40m

$2,958

AucklandNairobi

AKL - NBO

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Mon 7/9

17:45-20:10

3 stops35h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 16/9

20:50-23:30

3 stops65h 40m

$3,043
Fastest return journey

AucklandNairobi

AKL - NBO

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Wed 2/9

17:15-13:40

1 stop29h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 16/9

08:15-23:30

1 stop30h 15m

$3,173

AucklandNairobi

AKL - NBO

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Wed 12/8

17:15-13:40

1 stop29h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 21/8

08:15-23:30

1 stop30h 15m

$3,276

AucklandNairobi

AKL - NBO

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Thu 3/9

17:15-23:50

2 stops39h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 6/9

08:15-23:30

2 stops30h 15m

$3,423

AucklandNairobi

AKL - NBO

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Sat 29/8

13:25-14:30

2 stops34h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 7/9

16:35-09:55

1 stop32h 20m

$3,453

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Deals found on 20/7

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to Nairobi

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Nairobi (average of $2,041). Flying from New Zealand to Nairobi in October is currently the most expensive (average of $3,264). 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 far ahead should I book a flight from New Zealand to Nairobi?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New Zealand to Nairobi, you should look to book at least 21 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 21 July 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,China Southern, andQatar Airways from New Zealand to Nairobi. 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
3,631 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,631 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,631 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
China Southern
7.4
Good
163 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,631 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,748 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,631 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from New Zealand to Nairobi?

    Airlines like China Southern fly from New Zealand to Nairobi in about 30h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 13924 km.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $1,041 on Etihad Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include China Southern from $1,200 and RwandAir from $1,216 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to Nairobi?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand 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 New Zealand to Nairobi?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Nairobi (average of $2,041). Flying from New Zealand to Nairobi in October is currently the most expensive (average of $3,264). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$1,841Average$2,210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,643Average$3,067FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$3,150Average$3,413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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