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Nairobi.$791 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Oct, returning Tue, 18 Nov.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Frankfurt am Main on Tue, 28 Oct, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, 18 Nov, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $791, select.
Nairobi.$791 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 May, returning Sun, 25 May.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Frankfurt am Main on Fri, 16 May, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sun, 25 May, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $791, select.
Nairobi.$791 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Nov, returning Thu, 4 Dec.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Frankfurt am Main on Wed, 19 Nov, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 4 Dec, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $791, select.
Nairobi.$793 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Mar, returning Thu, 12 Mar.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Frankfurt am Main on Wed, 4 Mar, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 12 Mar, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $793, select.
Nairobi.$793 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 Jan, returning Fri, 6 Feb.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Frankfurt am Main on Sun, 25 Jan, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Fri, 6 Feb, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $793, select.
Nairobi.$793 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Jan, returning Thu, 29 Jan.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Frankfurt am Main on Wed, 21 Jan, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 29 Jan, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $793, select.
Nairobi.$793 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Feb, returning Tue, 17 Feb.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Frankfurt am Main on Tue, 3 Feb, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, 17 Feb, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $793, select.
Nairobi.$793 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Feb, returning Wed, 18 Mar.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Frankfurt am Main on Wed, 18 Feb, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 18 Mar, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Price includes taxes and charges.From $793, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt to Nairobi

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Frankfurt to Nairobi flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from $1,469
May
from $792
Jun
from $866
Jul
from $1,096
Aug
from $1,292
Sep
from $866
Oct
from $866
Nov
from $866
Dec
from $847
Jan
from $794
Feb
from $794
Mar
from $794

Direct flights from Frankfurt to Nairobi

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Frankfurt to Nairobi: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$792
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time8 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airlineAir Canada
Average flights per week31

Finding cheap flights from Frankfurt to Nairobi: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Nairobi: Nairobi Wilson and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.
The best price we found for a return flight from Frankfurt to Nairobi is $791. 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.
8 hours and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Frankfurt to Nairobi.
Air Canada, SWISS and Lufthansa fly direct from Frankfurt to Nairobi.
As of April 2025, there are 31 flights per week flying from Frankfurt to Nairobi.
The cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt to Nairobi is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Frankfurt, the cheapest airport near Nairobi is Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta – which is 13.2 km away from the centre of Nairobi. We've found flights into this airport from $791.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Frankfurt to Nairobi on Friday, 16 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 30 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 Nairobi 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 Nairobi is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 21°C. April is typically the warmest month in Nairobi, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is June, with temperatures averaging 13°C. The rainiest month is April.
The cheapest airline that flies to Nairobi is Lufthansa .

Travelling from Frankfurt to Nairobi: what you need to know

  • Frankfurt has a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for booking a flight from Frankfurt to Nairobi departing from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).

  • When choosing where to land in Nairobi, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) and Wilson Airport (WIL) are the chief entry points.

  • The average time for a direct Frankfurt to Nairobi flight is 8 hours 30 minutes.

  • The timezone in Nairobi is UTC+3, which is two hours ahead of Frankfurt.

  • With six flights a week between the two airports, Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is the busiest route. Hop on the earliest flight from Frankfurt to Nairobi with Lufthansa at 11:25. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest departure from FRA to NBO is with Lufthansa at 11:40.

  • Allow plenty of time to get on your Frankfurt to Nairobi flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Nairobi

  • Lock in cheap Frankfurt to Nairobi flights by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • April is the best month for landing an amazing deal on a plane ticket from Frankfurt to Nairobi. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from Frankfurt to Nairobi.

  • Save money on your Frankfurt to Nairobi flight with the help of our filters. Select your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from Frankfurt

Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • Set out from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) on a nonstop flight from Frankfurt to Nairobi. From FRA, you can fly directly into Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO).

  • Check out the promotions with Lufthansa. This carrier offers direct Frankfurt to Nairobi plane tickets from FRA.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Frankfurt to Nairobi flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Frankfurt Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:

    • Moi International Airport (MBA)

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • FRA is around 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.

  • Looking for a handy hotel close to Frankfurt Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt to Nairobi, these stays will put you nice and close to your departure gate:

  • Of the flights that depart from Frankfurt Airport, 67.47% land on time at their destination.

Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)

  • With public transport, you can travel from central Frankfurt to HHN in around 2 hours 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 105 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • You're going on holiday, so why not enjoy another night away? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport the day before your flight from Frankfurt to Nairobi:

  • 53.13% of flights out of Frankfurt - Hahn Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.

Arriving in Nairobi

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

  • The distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi is approximately 11 kilometres. It'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Getting there by public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Consider staying in a hotel close to NBO if you have a late flight from Frankfurt to Nairobi. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Jomo Kenyatta International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Green Motion or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Nairobi and beyond.

  • Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport around three weeks before your trip.

Wilson Airport (WIL)

  • The centre of Nairobi is located around 2 kilometres from Wilson Airport (WIL). After your flight from Frankfurt to Nairobi has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 15 minutes.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 45 minutes.

  • Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near WIL. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from Frankfurt to Nairobi:

  • Why wait? A Wilson Airport rental car lets you get moving right away. Put on your favourite playlist and hit the road with a set of wheels from Auto-Union or Unicorn rent a car.

  • In general, the earlier you book, the bigger the savings and variety of vehicles. Lock in your ride from WIL as soon as you've confirmed your plans.

Best time to go to Nairobi

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Frankfurt to Nairobi. To escape the crowds, head to Nairobi in February.

  • The warmest month in Nairobi is March, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Frankfurt to Nairobi ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

  • Search for cheap flights from Frankfurt to Nairobi in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.

More about Nairobi

  • After booking your flight from Frankfurt to Nairobi, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these options your base for exploring Nairobi:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Nairobi National Park, The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Westlands Maasai Market D at the roof top are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Nairobi itinerary.

Explore more of Kenya

  • Mombasa is just one of the many cities in Kenya waiting to be explored after you've seen Nairobi. Around 434 kilometres to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Fort Jesus, Haller Park and Old Town of Mombasa.

  • If you're ready to explore another great destination in Kenya, consider Nakuru, roughly 145 kilometres north-west of Nairobi. ARTHUR GARDENS (WEDDING/EVENT GROUNDS), Upper Hill estate and Muhia's Conservation Forest are among its highlights.

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