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$1,202+ 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 15/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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17 May — 24 May1
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 17 April 2026.

Wed 2/921:20
AKL
-
NBO
2 stops42h 20m
China Southern
Wed 16/915:50
NBO
-
AKL
2 stops38h 40m
China Southern
Deal found 12/4$2,131
Thu 28/521:20
AKL
-
NBO
1 stop42h 10m
China Southern
Thu 4/613:15
NBO
-
AKL
1 stop32h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 13/4$2,151
Sat 30/509:00
AKL
-
NBO
2 stops30h 40m
China Southern
Sat 6/613:15
NBO
-
AKL
1 stop41h 15m
China Southern
Deal found 14/4$2,233
Sat 16/521:20
AKL
-
NBO
1 stop42h 10m
China Southern
Wed 20/515:50
NBO
-
AKL
2 stops38h 40m
China Southern
Deal found 13/4$2,319
Thu 28/506:15
AKL
-
NBO
3 stops33h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/613:15
NBO
-
AKL
1 stop32h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/4$2,392
Sat 16/506:15
AKL
-
NBO
3 stops33h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 20/515:50
NBO
-
AKL
2 stops38h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/4$2,580
Wed 2/921:20
AKL
-
NBO
2 stops42h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 16/915:50
NBO
-
AKL
3 stops38h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/4$2,584
Sat 30/506:15
AKL
-
NBO
3 stops33h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 6/613:15
NBO
-
AKL
1 stop41h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4$2,697
Sat 23/521:00
AKL
-
NBO
2 stops42h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 22/603:10
NBO
-
AKL
3 stops41h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4$2,707

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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 17 April 2026.

Return from

$2,131

One-way from

$1,312

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$2,929
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 2/9-16/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 81h 00m total
  • Auckland to Nairobi
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China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 9/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 42h 10m total
  • Auckland to Nairobi
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($34 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

AucklandNairobi

AKL - NBO

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Thu 28/5

06:15-06:40

3 stops33h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 4/6

13:15-06:30

1 stop32h 15m

$2,392

AucklandNairobi

AKL - NBO

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Wed 2/9

21:20-06:40

2 stops42h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 16/9

15:50-14:50

3 stops38h 00m

$2,584

AucklandNairobi

AKL - NBO

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Sat 23/5

20:05-06:55

2 stops43h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 22/6

01:30-14:10

2 stops27h 40m

$2,723
Fastest return journey

AucklandNairobi

AKL - NBO

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Fri 1/5

06:10-06:55

2 stops33h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 16/5

13:35-00:35

2 stops26h 00m

$2,884

AucklandNairobi

AKL - NBO

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Fri 1/5

21:20-06:40

2 stops42h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 16/5

13:15-06:30

1 stop32h 15m

$2,933

AucklandNairobi

AKL - NBO

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Thu 10/9

07:00-00:35

2 stops50h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 14/9

13:35-00:35

2 stops26h 00m

$3,097
Cheapest one-way

AucklandNairobi

AKL - NBO

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Tue 15/9

12:40-10:30

3 stops54h 50m

$1,202

AucklandNairobi

AKL - NBO

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Tue 9/6

21:20-06:30

1 stop42h 10m

$1,312

AucklandNairobi

AKL - NBO

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Tue 9/6

21:00-06:55

2 stops42h 55m

$1,336

AucklandNairobi

AKL - NBO

AKLNBO

Auckland Intl

Tue 9/6

20:05-06:55

2 stops43h 50m

$1,358

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Best time to book a flight to Nairobi

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Nairobi

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Auckland to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on 10 April 2026.

Booking 29 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.

How long is the flight to Nairobi?

On average, a flight from Auckland to Nairobi takes 33 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, Qatar Airways and Emirates.

China Southern
China Southern
From $1,826
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From $2,581
Emirates
Emirates
From $3,123
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From $2,240

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Nairobi?

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

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).

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 17 April 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines serving Kenya, such as Emirates,RwandAir, 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
3,559 reviews
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Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,559 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,559 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
RwandAir
7.8
Good
42 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,559 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,559 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
China Southern
7.4
Good
149 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,559 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,432 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,559 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

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.

  • How much is a return flight to Nairobi?

    A return flight to Nairobi will typically cost around $969, however they can be found for as little as $743.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Nairobi depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Nairobi, Christchurch offers the quickest one-way flight (30 hours 10 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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