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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Nairobi

AKL — NBO
26 Oct — 2 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Popular in

June

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,291
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($54 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($122 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to Nairobi

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 33 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.

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 $2,113). Flying from New Zealand to Nairobi in November is currently the most expensive (average of $3,169). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Nairobi

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andChina Southern 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
3,667 reviews
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Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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
3,667 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,667 reviews
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Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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
3,730 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,667 reviews
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Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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
7.3
Good
172 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,667 reviews
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Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

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

  • 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 $1,075 on Etihad Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include China Southern from $1,239 and RwandAir from $1,256 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 $2,113). Flying from New Zealand to Nairobi in November is currently the most expensive (average of $3,169). 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 New Zealand to Nairobi

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$1,901Average$2,287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,729Average$3,103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$3,121Average$3,592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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