Skyscanner

Cheap Flights from New York to Nairobi from $718

Travellers and cabin class

Compare New York to Nairobi flight deals

Find the cheapest month or even day of the year to fly to Nairobi

Book the best Nairobi fare with no extra fees

Flight deals from New York to Nairobi

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York to Nairobi? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Nairobi.$1,413 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Sep, returning Fri, 10 Oct.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Fri, 26 Sep, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Fri, 10 Oct, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,413, select.
Nairobi.$1,413 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Nov, returning Tue, 18 Nov.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, 18 Nov, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,413, select.
Nairobi.$1,425 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Apr, returning Thu, 1 May.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 14 Apr, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 1 May, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,425, select.
Nairobi.$1,450 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 May, returning Sat, 24 May.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from New York Newark on Sat, 17 May, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sat, 24 May, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,450, select.
Nairobi.$1,466 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Apr, returning Mon, 28 Apr.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 14 Apr, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 28 Apr, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,466, select.
Nairobi.$1,466 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 May, returning Mon, 16 Jun.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 5 May, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 16 Jun, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,466, select.
Nairobi.$1,493 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Mar, returning Thu, 19 Mar.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 5 Mar, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 19 Mar, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,493, select.
Nairobi.$1,503 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Apr, returning Sun, 20 Jul.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 15 Apr, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sun, 20 Jul, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,503, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York to Nairobi

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York to Nairobi flights are currently cheapest in November.
Apr
from $1,466
May
from $1,450
Jun
from $1,546
Jul
from $1,776
Aug
from $1,792
Sep
from $1,511
Oct
from $1,511
Nov
from $1,413
Dec
from $1,531
Jan
Find prices
Feb
from $1,535
Mar
from $1,493

Direct flights from New York to Nairobi

Alternative New York to Nairobi routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from New York to Nairobi? You could fly into the following airports instead.

New York to Nairobi: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,413
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time13 hrs, 47 mins
Most popular airlineDelta
Average flights per week68

Finding cheap flights from New York 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 New York to Nairobi is $1,413. 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.
13 hours and 47 minutes is the average flight time from New York to Nairobi.
Delta and Kenya Airways fly direct from New York to Nairobi.
As of April 2025, there are 68 flights per week flying from New York to Nairobi.
The cheapest month to fly from New York to Nairobi is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from New York, 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 $1,413.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to Nairobi on Friday, 26 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 47 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 Ethiopian Airlines. And the cheapest airline that flies to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport is Kenya Airways.

Travelling from New York to Nairobi: what you need to know

  • Organising your flight from New York to Nairobi begins with finding the best airport to start your journey. Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are the main departure points in New York.

  • Hop off your plane in Nairobi at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL).

  • 13 hours 54 minutes is the time it takes on average for a direct flight from New York to Nairobi. Following the UTC+3 timezone, Nairobi is 7 hours ahead of New York.

  • For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from New York to Nairobi.

  • During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.

  • If you have a passport from United States, you will need an ETA to enter Kenya. This applies if you're booking a cheap flight from New York to Nairobi for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you book and certainly before flying.

Flying from New York

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for flights from New York to Nairobi leaving from Newark Liberty International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Brussels Airport (BRU)

  • Located around 24 kilometres from central New York, EWR can be reached in about 28 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 11 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from New York to Nairobi? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport:

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • You can catch a direct flight from New York to Nairobi departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Start your trip at JFK and in no time you'll be at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO).

  • Board your direct flight from New York to Nairobi with Kenya Airways. This is one of the leading airlines operating this route out of JFK.

  • Split up your flight from New York to Nairobi with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Newark Liberty International Airport and Nairobi include:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Brussels Airport (BRU)

  • You can arrive at JFK from central New York in approximately 48 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.

  • Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from New York to Nairobi, unwind in one of these hotels near John F. Kennedy International Airport:

Arriving in Nairobi

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

  • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Nairobi. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 22 minutes.

  • It takes around 1 hour and 11 minutes to get there by public transport.

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from New York to Nairobi. Stay at one of these accommodation options near NBO instead:

Wilson Airport (WIL)

  • Central Nairobi is approximately 3 kilometres from Wilson Airport (WIL). After your flight from New York to Nairobi has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 15 minutes.

  • You can expect the journey to take about 46 minutes on public transport.

  • There are some comfortable hotels to call home for the night near WIL. Tuck yourself in after your flight from New York to Nairobi at one of these perfectly located options:

How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Nairobi

  • $718 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from New York to Nairobi. A return flight starts from $1,408. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.

  • To find cheap tickets from New York to Nairobi, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first made available.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from New York to Nairobi across the entire month. It's the best way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.

  • Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll get in touch straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you time checking for cheap tickets from New York to Nairobi every day.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from New York to Nairobi. Simply select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Best time to go to Nairobi

  • July is the busiest month for flights from New York to Nairobi. To skip the crowds, head to Nairobi in February.

  • When booking your flight from New York to Nairobi, consider the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Nairobi, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 30ºC.

  • July sees average temperatures of between 12ºC and 24ºC. Search for cheap tickets from New York to Nairobi sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Nairobi

  • Start your Nairobi trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from New York to Nairobi, explore our range of accommodation options including:

  • Nairobi National Park and The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Nairobi itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Westlands Maasai Market D at the roof top.

Complete your Nairobi trip with a car rental

  • We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from New York to Nairobi to track down amazing deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and compare offers in one place. Plus you'll find all the info you need to drive in Nairobi, from the most popular rental company to the average daily price.

Plan the rest of your trip from New York to Nairobi

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.