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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Amsterdam Schiphol to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Nairobi.$932 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Oct, returning Wed, 15 Oct.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From $932, select.
Nairobi.$933 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Sep, returning Wed, 1 Oct.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From $933, select.
Nairobi.$937 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Mar, returning Wed, 11 Mar.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Wed, 4 Mar, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 11 Mar, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From $937, select.
Nairobi.$937 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Feb, returning Tue, 10 Feb.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Tue, 3 Feb, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, 10 Feb, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From $937, select.
Nairobi.$937 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Nov, returning Wed, 17 Dec.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Wed, 19 Nov, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 17 Dec, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From $937, select.
Nairobi.$984 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Jan, returning Sun, 8 Feb.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Thu, 22 Jan, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sun, 8 Feb, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From $984, select.
Nairobi.$987 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Nov, returning Fri, 21 Nov.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Fri, 7 Nov, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Fri, 21 Nov, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From $987, select.
Nairobi.$987 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Oct, returning Mon, 10 Nov.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Fri, 3 Oct, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 10 Nov, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Price includes taxes and charges.From $987, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Amsterdam Schiphol to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jun
from $1,300
Jul
from $1,008
Aug
from $1,278
Sep
from $991
Oct
from $929
Nov
from $983
Dec
from $1,029
Jan
from $1,029
Feb
from $934
Mar
from $934
Apr
from $1,049
May
from $1,028

Direct flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta

Amsterdam Schiphol to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta: Alternative routes

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Amsterdam to Nairobi: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$929
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time8 hrs, 32 mins
Most popular airlineDelta
Average flights per week58

Finding cheap flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Amsterdam Schiphol to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta is $929. 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 32 minutes is the average flight time from Amsterdam Schiphol to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.
Delta, KLM and Air France fly direct from Amsterdam Schiphol to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.
As of June 2025, there are 58 flights per week flying from Amsterdam Schiphol to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.
The cheapest month to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport on Monday, 6 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 32 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 Jomo Kenyatta 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.
Currently, Etihad Airways and Kenya Airways offer the cheapest flight tickets to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.

Travelling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is 8 hours 25 minutes.

  • Nairobi is two hours ahead of Amsterdam and observes the UTC+3 timezone.

  • Flights from AMS to NBO start from 11:35 — the first with KLM. The last departure is at 20:35 with Kenya Airways. In total, you can choose from 20 weekly Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flights.

  • Your AMS to NBO flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • Flying during a peak time like June? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • KLM offers direct flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Nairobi — and maybe even more of Kenya if you have time.

  • KLM tops the list for bookings on this route.

  • The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate for AMS to NBO flights is KLM.

  • If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between AMS and NBO:

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • Frankfurt Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

  • At the moment, $471 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $929. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Score cheap tickets from AMS to NBO by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from AMS to NBO by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.

Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, 67.93% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is around 23 kilometres from central Amsterdam. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Need a convenient hotel close to AMS? If you've booked an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

Arriving at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

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

  • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Nairobi. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 10 minutes.

When to fly to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Nairobi in February.

  • Before locking in your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Nairobi, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AMS to NBO in July. Temperatures average between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) then.

Explore more of Kenya

  • You've visited Nairobi, now it's time to explore more of Kenya. Journey about 434 kilometres south-east to Mombasa to check off its popular sights. From Fort Jesus to Haller Park and Old Town of Mombasa, your itinerary will be busy.

  • If you're ready to explore another major stop in Kenya, consider Nakuru, about 145 kilometres north-west of Nairobi. ARTHUR GARDENS (WEDDING/EVENT GROUNDS), Upper Hill estate and Muhia's Conservation Forest are key reasons to visit.

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