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Abu Dhabi.C$609 per passenger.Departing Sun, Jul 20, returning Sat, Aug 23.Round-trip flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sun, Jul 20, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departing from Zayed International on Sat, Aug 23, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$609, select.
Abu Dhabi.C$625 per passenger.Departing Wed, Feb 11, returning Wed, Feb 18.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, Feb 11, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departing from Zayed International on Wed, Feb 18, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$625, select.
Abu Dhabi.C$629 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jul 16, returning Wed, Jul 30.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, Jul 16, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Zayed International on Wed, Jul 30, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$629, select.
Abu Dhabi.C$629 per passenger.Departing Thu, Dec 4, returning Mon, Dec 8.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, Dec 4, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departing from Zayed International on Mon, Dec 8, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$629, select.
Abu Dhabi.C$633 per passenger.Departing Thu, Oct 9, returning Mon, Oct 20.Round-trip flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, Oct 9, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound indirect flight with Saudia, departing from Zayed International on Mon, Oct 20, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$633, select.
Abu Dhabi.C$634 per passenger.Departing Sat, Sep 20, returning Thu, Oct 2.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sat, Sep 20, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departing from Zayed International on Thu, Oct 2, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$634, select.
Abu Dhabi.C$637 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 23, returning Sun, Sep 28.Round-trip flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, Sep 23, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departing from Zayed International on Sun, Sep 28, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$637, select.
Abu Dhabi.C$637 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jan 5, returning Fri, Jan 9.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, Jan 5, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departing from Zayed International on Fri, Jan 9, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$637, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Zayed International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Nairobi to Zayed International flights are currently cheapest in February.
Jul
from C$629
Aug
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Sep
from C$637
Oct
from C$633
Nov
from C$762
Dec
from C$629
Jan
from C$637
Feb
from C$625
Mar
from C$1,456
Apr
from C$640
May
from C$1,511
Jun
from C$1,473

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Nairobi to Abu Dhabi: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$609
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time5 hrs, 3 mins
Most popular airlineEtihad Airways
Average flights per week25

Finding cheap flights from Nairobi to Zayed International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Nairobi to Zayed International is C$609. 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.
5 hours and 3 minutes is the average flight time from Nairobi to Zayed International.
Etihad Airways, China Eastern and Kuwait Airways fly direct from Nairobi to Zayed International.
There are 25 flights per week flying from Nairobi to Zayed International, as of July 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Zayed International is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Nairobi to Zayed International Airport on Sunday, July 20, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 3 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Zayed International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Abu Dhabi is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): What you need to know

  • Get your vacation planning underway by considering where you'll board your flight from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH). Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) and Wilson Airport (WIL) are the two main airports in Nairobi.

  • Around 5 hours 5 minutes is the usual time it takes for a direct Nairobi to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight.

  • The timezone in Abu Dhabi is UTC+4, which is one hour ahead of Nairobi. Abu Dhabi International Airport is located in Abu Dhabi.

  • The most popular route is from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH). There are 4 direct services each week. Etihad Airways operates a 6:15pm departure between NBO and AUH.

  • Your flight from Nairobi to AUH won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • If you're taking off during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.

Airports in Nairobi

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

  • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) depart from this terminal.

  • Etihad Airways is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi International Airport departing from NBO.

  • The preferred choice for passengers flying between NBO and AUH is Etihad Airways.

  • We make it simple to find cheap flights from Nairobi to AUH with a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between NBO and AUH include:

    • King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

    • Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • The journey from central Nairobi to NBO takes about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, data shows 67.1% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

Wilson Airport (WIL)

  • With public transport, you can travel from central Nairobi to WIL in about 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 3 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 15 minutes.

  • Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Wilson Airport the day before your Nairobi to AUH flight:

About Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)

Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi

  • Abu Dhabi International Airport to the centre of Abu Dhabi is about 27 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary depending on traffic and the time of day.

  • It'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes to get there using public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi International Airport is C$254. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$609. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Nairobi to AUH. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your Nairobi to Abu Dhabi International Airport ticket.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal comes up on flight tickets from Nairobi to AUH.

  • Filters make it easier to snap up a deal on your flight from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and stops that match your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.

The best time to fly from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)

  • It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH). August is the peak month for travel to Abu Dhabi. If you like things a bit more low-key, think about going in April.

  • The warmest month in Abu Dhabi is July, with temperatures ranging between 29ºC (84ºF) and 43ºC (109ºF). Lock in your Nairobi to AUH flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi International Airport in January when temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).

More about Abu Dhabi

  • Once you've booked your flight from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Abu Dhabi:

  • All great vacations should include a little sightseeing. Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Emirates Palace, Dubai are must-visits when exploring Abu Dhabi.

Explore more of the United Arab Emirates

  • You've seen Abu Dhabi, now it's time to explore other corners of the United Arab Emirates. Travel about 105 kilometres north-east to Dubai to check off its top sights. From Palace Hotel and Burj Khalifa to Burj Khalifa and At the top Burj Khalifa, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Around 129 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi, Sharjah is another essential stop in the United Arab Emirates. No visit is complete without checking out Al Montazah Park, Al majaz waterfront and Al Majaz Water Fountain.

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