How to find cheap flights from Nairobi
C$52 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 C$107.
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:
Kenya Airways: Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
Jambojet: Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
Safarilink: Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)
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.
Leaving from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
The majority of flights from Nairobi take off from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport. NBO is around 11 kilometres from the city centre.
It'll take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to get there from the centre by public transport. When driving, it's about 30 minutes.
Travel with any of these popular airlines that depart from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport:
Want to start your trip on a more relaxed note? Stay close to NBO. Whether you're departing early or simply want to avoid the rush, these hotels can make departure day that bit smoother:
Flying out of Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)
Nairobi Wilson Airport is another airport to keep in mind when searching for flight tickets from Nairobi. WIL is around 2 kilometres from the city centre.
Public transport will get you there in roughly 35 minutes. If you're driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so.
Book your favourite aisle or window seat with any of these airlines operating flights from WIL:
If you'd like to be close to your boarding gate before your flight from Nairobi, these hotels near Nairobi Wilson Airport have your room waiting: