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Nairobi.$402 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 May.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Perth on Tue, 27 May, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $402, select.
Nairobi.$466 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Jun.One-way flight with BatikAir Malaysia.Outbound indirect flight with BatikAir Malaysia, departs from Perth on Sat, 14 Jun, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $466, select.
Nairobi.$520 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Jul.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Perth on Sun, 27 Jul, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $520, select.
Nairobi.$523 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Aug.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Perth on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $523, select.
Nairobi.$553 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Sep.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $553, select.
Nairobi.$612 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Oct.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Perth on Wed, 29 Oct, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $612, select.
Nairobi.$621 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Nov.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Perth on Wed, 12 Nov, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $621, select.
Nairobi.$716 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Feb.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Perth on Mon, 9 Feb, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $716, select.

Find the cheapest time to fly to Nairobi

Flexible on travel dates? Find the cheapest month – or even day – to fly to Nairobi.
May
from $402
Jun
from $466
Jul
from $520
Aug
from $523
Sep
from $553
Oct
from $612
Nov
from $621
Dec
from $812
Jan
from $741
Feb
from $716
Mar
from $924
Apr
from $931

Airports in Nairobi

Compare routes to Nairobi below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier.

Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Nairobi: Nairobi Wilson and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct to Nairobi. But we found flights with one or more stops from $877.
The cheapest month to fly to Nairobi is usually May.
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.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Australia and Kenya. Most routes have one or more stops.
The best price we found for a return flight to Nairobi is $877. 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.
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 $877.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Nairobi is Saturday, 17 May 2025.
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.
The average temperature in Nairobi in May is around 20°C. The warmest month in Nairobi is typically April, which averages 27°C. The coolest month is June, with temperatures averaging 13°C. The rainiest month is April, and it usually rains the least in July.
Currently, AirAsia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Nairobi.

Flying to Nairobi

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$402
Cheapest month to flyMay

How to find cheap flights to Nairobi

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way flight to Nairobi is $402. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $877.

  • Get updates on fare changes by setting up a Price Alert. As soon as Nairobi ticket prices go down, we'll notify you.

  • To get cheap tickets to Nairobi, book six months ahead. That's the general recommendation for scoring the best deals.

  • Click on the 'Add nearby airports' option and expand your search for cheap Nairobi flights. This will show you all the airports around your departure and destination points.

  • If you're not in a rush to get to the city, consider taking a scenic route. You might find cheaper Nairobi plane tickets by booking a flight with one or more stops.

Best time to go to Nairobi

  • The cheapest month to take off on a flight to Nairobi is usually May.

  • Take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool if you have flexible travel dates. Browse fares for the entire month and find a Nairobi flight that fits your itinerary and budget.

  • July is the most popular month for flights to Nairobi and the perfect time to experience the city in full swing.

  • Visit in February if you want a more laid-back vibe. This is the quietest time of the year and also when Nairobi plane tickets are often cheaper.

  • With averages between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF), March is when Nairobi is warmest. Plan your visit around your preferred weather conditions to make the most of your time here.

  • Temperatures are at their lowest in July, when they range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).

Travelling to Nairobi: what you need to know

Getting to central Nairobi from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

  • Central Nairobi is about 14 kilometres from NBO, the city's main airport.

  • Once you've landed from your flight to Nairobi, the drive to the centre takes around 20 minutes.

  • The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Whether you're coming in late or just want the convenience of staying close by, you'll find some great hotels near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Check in to one of these after your Nairobi flight lands:

Nairobi highlights

  • Put these popular attractions at the top of your to-do list after stepping off your flight to Nairobi:

    • Nairobi National Park

    • The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust

    • Westlands Maasai Market D at the roof top

Complete your trip with a Nairobi car hire

Once you've reserved your hotel and cheap flight to Nairobi, consider renting a car. With all the best deals in one place, it's a breeze to compare prices of car rentals in Nairobi and drive off in your dream ride.

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