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Cheap flights to Nairobi

Check fares to Nairobi (NBO) in Kenya and fly for less. A SkyTrip Smart expert locks in the best available price by phone, any hour, any day.

Nairobi NBO
From $812 round-trip9 airlines checked15h 20m fastestExperts on call 24/7
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Lowest fares to Nairobi right now

These are round-trip fares our team has spotted recently from the US. Prices move quickly — call and we’ll confirm what’s live right now.

New York Nairobi JFK–NBO
Kenya Airways · 15h 20m nonstop · round-trip
$812
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Newark Nairobi EWR–NBO
Delta · 15h 20m nonstop · round-trip
$831
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Boston Nairobi BOS–NBO
United · 15h 20m 1 stop · round-trip
$870
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Chicago Nairobi ORD–NBO
Turkish Airlines · 15h 20m 1 stop · round-trip
$916
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Washington Nairobi IAD–NBO
Qatar Airways · 15h 20m nonstop · round-trip
$898
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Los Angeles Nairobi LAX–NBO
Ethiopian · 15h 20m 1 stop · round-trip
$1026
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Destination guide

About Nairobi

Nairobi is one of Kenya’s most popular destinations. Kenya is safari country — the Maasai Mara’s Great Migration, Rift Valley lakes and Indian Ocean beaches. It’s the classic African adventure.

Top things to do in Nairobi

  • Witness the Great Migration in the Maasai Mara
  • Safari among the Big Five
  • See flamingos at the Rift Valley lakes
  • Relax on Diani’s white-sand beaches
  • Meet elephants at a Nairobi sanctuary
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When to book

Best month to fly to Nairobi

Roughly the lowest round-trip price from the US, broken down by month.

Jan
$836
Feb
$812
Mar
$869
Apr
$950
May
$1056
Jun
$1202
Jul
$1315
Aug
$1283
Sep
$1015
Oct
$909
Nov
$853
Dec
$1104
Cheapest monthPeak season
At a glance

Flight time, distance & essentials

15h 20m

Quickest flight

Fastest routing from the US. Connections add time.

7,360 mi

New York → Nairobi

Approximate great-circle distance.

9+

Airlines

Nonstop and one-stop service from major US hubs.

Shilling KSh

Currency

Cards are widely accepted.

Airlines

Airlines that fly to Nairobi

Kenya AirwaysDeltaUnitedTurkish AirlinesQatar AirwaysEthiopianKLM
Airports

Key airports

Nairobi (NBO)
Travel tips

Handy things to know before you go

Best time to visit

Late June–October (the Great Migration) and January–February are the best safari windows.

Entry & visa

US citizens need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) to enter Kenya — apply online before travel.

Getting around

Taxis and shuttles are the main airport transfers; allow extra time in traffic.

Language & power

Local languages plus English/French. Plugs vary; 220–240V.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight to Nairobi?
From the US, round-trip fares to Nairobi tend to start near $812 off-season and climb during busy months. SkyTrip Smart agents regularly dig up unpublished and consolidator fares below the public price — call for a live quote.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Nairobi?
For Nairobi, February is normally the cheapest month, with round-trips from about $812. Booking roughly 6–10 weeks out usually lands the best value.
Which airlines fly to Nairobi from the US?
You’ll find Kenya Airways, Delta, United, Turkish Airlines and others running nonstop and one-stop routes to Nairobi out of the main US hubs.
How long is a flight to Nairobi?
The quickest US routing takes around 15h 20m. Add a connection and it stretches longer, depending where you start.
Do I need a visa to visit Nairobi?
US passport holders need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) for Kenya, applied for online before departure.
Can I book my flight to Nairobi by phone?
Absolutely — phone booking is what SkyTrip Smart does best. Ring our experts any time at +1 (844) 595-3635 and we’ll compare fares, check what’s live and ticket you on the spot.
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