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Fast facts on flights from Nairobi

Cheapest flight ticket foundNairobi Wilson, Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta
Cheapest route foundر.ق.‏ 137
Cheapest month to flyJune
Most popular airlineKenya Airways
Most popular destinationDoha

The best flight deals leaving from Nairobi soon

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Nairobi? If you want to travel from Nairobi next month, return fares start from ر.ق.‏ 356. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Kisumu.ر.ق.‏ 137 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Jun.One-way flight with Safarilink.Outbound direct flight with Safarilink departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 17 Jun, arriving in Kisumu.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 137, select.
Dar Es Salaam.ر.ق.‏ 442 per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Aug.One-way flight with Precision Air.Outbound indirect flight with Precision Air, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sat, 29 Aug, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 442, select.
Entebbe.ر.ق.‏ 525 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Jun.One-way flight with Safarilink.Outbound direct flight with Safarilink departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 29 Jun, arriving in Entebbe.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 525, select.
Johannesburg.ر.ق.‏ 751 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Jun.One-way flight with TAAG Angola Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with TAAG Angola Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Fri, 19 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 751, select.
Mumbai.ر.ق.‏ 754 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Jun.One-way flight with SalamAir.Outbound indirect flight with SalamAir, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 24 Jun, arriving in Mumbai.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 754, select.
Mogadishu.ر.ق.‏ 801 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Jun.One-way flight with Airblue.Outbound direct flight with Airblue departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sat, 13 Jun, arriving in Mogadishu.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 801, select.
Riyadh.ر.ق.‏ 827 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Jun.One-way flight with Flynas.Outbound direct flight with Flynas departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sun, 14 Jun, arriving in Riyadh.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 827, select.
Doha.ر.ق.‏ 889 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Jul.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 20 Jul, arriving in Hamad International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 889, select.
Cairo.ر.ق.‏ 922 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Jun.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sat, 13 Jun, arriving in Cairo.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 922, select.
Harare.ر.ق.‏ 937 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Nov.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Harare.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 937, select.
Muscat.ر.ق.‏ 940 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Jun.One-way flight with SalamAir.Outbound direct flight with SalamAir departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Fri, 19 Jun, arriving in Muscat.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 940, select.
Colombo.ر.ق.‏ 945 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Nov.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 945, select.
Abu Dhabi.ر.ق.‏ 971 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Jul.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Fri, 3 Jul, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 971, select.
Bangkok.ر.ق.‏ 975 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug.One-way flight with SalamAir.Outbound indirect flight with SalamAir, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 975, select.
Bujumbura.ر.ق.‏ 985 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Jun.One-way flight with Uganda Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Uganda Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 24 Jun, arriving in Bujumbura.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 985, select.
Lusaka.ر.ق.‏ 1,008 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Jun.One-way flight with Uganda Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Uganda Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 15 Jun, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 1,008, select.
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Booking flights from Nairobi: frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Nairobi to Kisumu is ر.ق.‏ 280. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly out of Nairobi is Sunday, 21 June 2026, to Kisumu.
It's easy with us. Look for cheap flights and flight offers from Nairobi to anywhere using Everywhere search– it'll show you the lowest fares for your chosen time period.

You can also set up Price Alerts for flights you'd like to keep an eye on. We'll let you know when a particular fare from Nairobi rises or falls so you can book when it's cheapest.
Sure – our flight search allows you to check for outbound flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport departing the very same day. But if you want the cheapest fare, we recommend you book around 30 days before departure. This is on average, the time when fares are cheaper.
Of course! Just select 'one way' when you search with us. And here's an extra tip: sometimes searching for a one way ticket from Nairobi, and another one-way back home, can yield cheaper tickets than a return fare with an airline.
It's best to arrive at the airport at least 2 hours before the time of your flight departure, so you have enough time to check any luggage in, clear security and find your gate.
The cheapest flight from Nairobi we found in the next 1 year is to Kisumu for ر.ق.‏ 280. It departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport on Sunday, 21 June 2026. There are also cheap flights from Nairobi to Dar Es Salaam for ر.ق.‏ 774 and Kilimanjaro for ر.ق.‏ 793.

How to find cheap flights from Nairobi

  • ر.ق.‏ 137 is the cheapest price for a one-way flight from Nairobi. It departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.

  • You can find a return ticket from as little as ر.ق.‏ 280.

  • The cheapest city you can travel to from Nairobi is Kisumu.

  • Comparing flights across different airports in Nairobi can help you get better value for your trip. Browse the fares from both Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) and Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL).

  • Let the best deals come to you by creating a Price Alert for the flights you're interested in. You'll get an email or a push notification on the app when prices drop.

  • Find cheaper plane tickets from Nairobi by booking early. The general advice is to book two to six months in advance for international journeys, and one to three months ahead if you're travelling domestically.

  • Choose 'Add nearby airports' at the start of your search to compare prices across airports in or around your destination. Even if you have a preference, checking out a neighboring airport could unlock better flight options or even much lower fares.

  • Happy to go wherever the cheap flights are? Set 'Nairobi' as your departure city and choose 'Explore everywhere' as your destination. Then sort by 'Cheapest flights' to find the best fares.

Flying from Nairobi: what you need to know

  • All departures from Nairobi are listed in the local UTC+3 time zone.

  • Here's a list of the top airlines flying from Nairobi, with one example of an airport they operate from:

  • Check the entry rules before you leave if you're travelling to another country. They can differ depending on your passport and plans, so always check with reliable sources like your embassy or airline.

Best time to fly from Nairobi

  • Flights departing from Nairobi are usually most affordable in June.

  • More people jet off in October compared to other months. You might find yourself paying higher fares during peak periods like this.

  • March is the quietest time to fly out of the city, which can make cheaper tickets easier to find.

  • Consider taking a flight from Nairobi leaving Tuesday or Wednesday. Midweek is usually a more affordable time to travel than weekends.

Where to fly to from Nairobi

  • Pack your suitcase and take off to Entebbe, Kigali or Dubai. They're the most popular international cities to fly to from Nairobi.

  • If you'd rather keep your plans local, Mombasa, Kisumu and Eldoret are top choices.

  • Thinking bigger than cities? Tanzania, the United Arab Emirates and Uganda are among the most visited countries for travellers flying from Nairobi.

  • The shortest flight out of Nairobi is to Arusha, taking roughly 15 minutes.

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