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      Flight deals from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to New York

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to New York? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,192. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      New York.$1,192 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Wed, 7 Oct.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,192, select.
      New York.$1,220 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep, returning Mon, 5 Oct.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,220, select.
      New York.$1,271 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Nov, returning Fri, 20 Nov.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,271, select.
      New York.$1,276 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct, returning Mon, 23 Nov.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,276, select.
      New York.$1,280 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Feb, returning Sat, 13 Feb.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 8 Feb, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 13 Feb, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,280, select.
      New York.$1,314 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Oct, returning Wed, 20 Jan.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,314, select.
      New York.$1,323 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Dec, returning Sat, 9 Jan.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sat, 19 Dec, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 9 Jan, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,323, select.
      New York.$1,324 per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 Jan, returning Thu, 4 Feb.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Fri, 29 Jan, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 4 Feb, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,324, select.
      New York.$1,328 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Mar, returning Sun, 18 Apr.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, 30 Mar, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 18 Apr, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,328, select.
      New York.$1,329 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Mon, 7 Dec.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,329, select.
      New York.$1,332 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Nov, returning Sat, 23 Jan.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 23 Jan, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,332, select.
      New York.$1,341 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Mar, returning Tue, 9 Mar.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 4 Mar, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 9 Mar, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,341, select.
      New York.$1,347 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Dec, returning Sat, 20 Feb.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, 22 Dec, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 20 Feb, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,347, select.
      New York.$1,351 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Nov, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,351, select.
      New York.$1,359 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Sep, returning Tue, 29 Sep.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,359, select.
      New York.$1,371 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Oct, returning Wed, 31 Mar.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 31 Mar, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,371, select.
      How did we find these deals? The deals you see here are the lowest prices for flight tickets from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to New York found in the last 4 days, and are subject to change and availability.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to New York

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to New York flights are currently cheapest in October.
      Sep
      from $1,359
      Oct
      from $1,192
      Nov
      from $1,271
      Dec
      from $1,329
      Jan
      from $1,427
      Feb
      from $1,280
      Mar
      from $1,341
      Apr
      from $1,483
      May
      from $1,487
      Jun
      from $1,737
      Jul
      from $1,722
      Aug
      from $1,672

      Direct flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to New York

      Delta
      Kenya Airways

      Alternative Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to New York routes

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

      New York LaGuardia

      13km from central New York
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      from $1,375
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      New York Newark

      14km from central New York
      from $1,371
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      New York John F. Kennedy

      21km from central New York
      Cheapest
      from $1,192
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      Westchester County

      47km from central New York
      from $2,071
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      Islip

      77km from central New York
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      Stewart International

      88km from central New York
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      Nairobi to New York: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight found$1,192
      Cheapest month to flyOctober
      Average flight time15 hrs
      Most popular airlineKenya Airways
      Average flights per week12

      Finding cheap flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to New York: Frequently asked questions

      There are 6 airports in New York: New York LaGuardia, New York Newark, New York John F. Kennedy, Westchester County, Islip, and Stewart International.
      The best price we found for a return flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to New York is $1,192. 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.
      15 hours is the average flight time from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to New York.
      Kenya Airways and Delta fly direct from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to New York.
      As of September 2026, there are 12 flights per week flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to New York.
      The cheapest month to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to New York is usually October.
      If you're flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport, the cheapest airport near New York is New York John F. Kennedy – which is 20.9 km away from the centre of New York. We've found flights into this airport from $1,192.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to New York on Thursday, 1 October 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 15 hours.
      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 New York 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 New York is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      In September, the average temperature is usually around 21°C. July is typically the warmest month in New York, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in November. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -1°C. The rainiest month is July.
      Currently, Etihad Airways and Kenya Airways offer the cheapest flight tickets to New York.

      Travelling from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to New York: what you need to know

      • Expect to be in the air for 13 hours 50 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to New York.

      • The timezone in New York is UTC-5. The city is eight hours behind Nairobi, where Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is located.

      • With six weekly flights between the two airports, Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is the most popular route. Board Kenya Airways's 08:45 flight to get your trip from NBO to JFK underway.

      • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your NBO to New York flight.

      • Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

      • Direct Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to New York tickets are available for booking. New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is where you'll complete your journey.

      • Take to the skies with Kenya Airways. This well-known airline operates direct flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to New York.

      • We make it simple to book plane tickets from NBO to New York with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:

        • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

        • Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)

        • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

      • Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Nairobi, NBO can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.

      • Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near NBO. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to New York or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are worth a look:

      • Of the flights that depart from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, 62% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

      How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to New York

      • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to New York flight is $717. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,192. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

      • Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from NBO to New York. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.

      • If you can be flexible with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for a Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to New York ticket.

      • Save time looking for cheap flights from NBO to New York by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.

      • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to New York.

      Airports in New York

      New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

      • New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of New York. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 45 minutes.

      • Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 50 minutes.

      • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to New York. Check in to one of these accommodation options near JFK instead:

      • Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from NBO to New York.

      • JFK is located at JFK Airport.

      Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

      • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is around 24 kilometres from central New York. After your flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to New York, it'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.

      • The journey will take about 1 hour on public transport.

      • Following your NBO to New York flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to EWR. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:

      • Get first dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from EWR three weeks in advance often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.

      • You can find Newark Liberty International Airport at Building 1, Conrad Road.

      New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

      • Set your sights on the city centre after your flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to New York has touched down. Central New York is around 13 kilometres from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and takes roughly 30 minutes to get to by car.

      • If you use public transport, the journey takes around 55 minutes.

      • Choose a hotel near LGA and get from baggage claim to bedtime in a flash. Whether you have a late NBO to New York flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these accommodation options will have you settling in quickly:

      • If you're searching for a specific model or make, book your ride from LGA about two weeks ahead of your flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to New York. This gives you a better chance of getting your preferred car, as well as a better price.

      • New York LaGuardia Airport can be found at Hangar 7 Centre.

      Best time to go to New York

      • It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to New York. July is the most popular month for a trip to New York. If you like a quieter vibe, go in December.

      • When booking your Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to New York plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

      • January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from NBO to New York around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

      More about New York

      • Start your New York trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to New York, check out our selection of accommodation options including:

      • All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Metropolitan Museum of Art are must-visits when exploring New York.

      Explore more of the United States

      • You've visited New York, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Travel about 129 kilometres southwest to Philadelphia to check off its top sights. From Independence Hall to Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

      • Around 306 kilometres northeast of New York, Boston is another essential stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.

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