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Dubai.$402 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Oct, returning Mon, 20 Oct.Return flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 13 Oct, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Dubai on Mon, 20 Oct, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $402, select.
Dubai.$489 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Nov, returning Wed, 12 Nov.Return flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Dubai on Wed, 12 Nov, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $489, select.
Dubai.$493 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Dec, returning Tue, 9 Dec.Return flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 4 Dec, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Dubai on Tue, 9 Dec, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $493, select.
Dubai.$501 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Oct, returning Mon, 3 Nov.Return flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Fri, 24 Oct, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Dubai on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $501, select.
Dubai.$501 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Sep, returning Tue, 7 Oct.Return flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 29 Sep, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Dubai on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $501, select.
Dubai.$503 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Sep, returning Sat, 1 Nov.Return flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Fri, 26 Sep, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Dubai on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $503, select.
Dubai.$505 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Sep, returning Tue, 30 Sep.Return flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Fri, 26 Sep, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Dubai on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $505, select.
Dubai.$512 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Nov, returning Sun, 7 Dec.Return flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Dubai on Sun, 7 Dec, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $512, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Dubai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Nairobi to Dubai flights are currently cheapest in October.
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from $589
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from $745
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from $604
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from $750
Jul
from $598

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Nairobi to Dubai: Alternative routes

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

Nairobi to Dubai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$402
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time5 hrs, 9 mins
Most popular airlineQantas
Average flights per week46

Finding cheap flights from Nairobi to Dubai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Nairobi to Dubai is $403. 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.
5 hours and 9 minutes is the average flight time from Nairobi to Dubai.
Qantas, Emirates and Kenya Airways fly direct from Nairobi to Dubai.
As of August 2025, there are 46 flights per week flying from Nairobi to Dubai.
The cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Dubai is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Nairobi to Dubai Airport on Monday, 13 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 9 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 Dubai 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 Dubai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Nairobi to Dubai Airport (DXB): What you need to know

  • Get your trip planning started by working out where you'll catch your flight from Nairobi to Dubai Airport (DXB). Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) and Wilson Airport (WIL) are Nairobi's main airports.

  • Book a direct Nairobi to Dubai Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 10 minutes.

  • The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4, which is one hour ahead of Nairobi. Dubai Airport is located in Dubai.

  • The busiest route is from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Dubai Airport (DXB), with 26 direct weekly services. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from NBO to DXB is the 4:35pm Emirates service. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 11:20pm with Kenya Airways.

  • To ensure you catch your flight from Nairobi to DXB, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.

Airports in Nairobi

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

  • You can find a direct flight from Nairobi to Dubai Airport (DXB) out of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO).

  • Emirates is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Nairobi to Dubai Airport departing from NBO.

  • The majority of passengers prefer to fly with Emirates between NBO and DXB.

  • Emirates is the top performer for punctuality on this route.

  • Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Nairobi to DXB. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these popular options:

    • King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)

    • Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)

    • Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ)

  • NBO is around 14 kilometres from central Nairobi. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Nairobi to Dubai Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels have you covered:

  • 67.1% of flights that leave from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport land at their destination on schedule.

Wilson Airport (WIL)

  • You can arrive at WIL from central Nairobi in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to travel the 3 kilometres or so.

  • Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Nairobi to DXB flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Wilson Airport:

About Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • Consider booking a hotel near DXB if you have a late flight from Nairobi to Dubai Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:

  • Grab a Dubai Airport rental car and discover Dubai and beyond with your own set of wheels. AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car and Quicklease Car Hire are leading providers you can book with here.

  • To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Nairobi to Dubai Airport flight.

Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai

  • Dubai Airport to central Dubai is roughly 10 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic and the time of day.

  • Travelling by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • Currently, $290 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Dubai Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $403. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To score cheap flights from Nairobi to DXB, book your ticket 11 months ahead of your departure date.

  • The best month for picking up cheap Nairobi to Dubai Airport tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a new deal shows up on flight tickets from Nairobi to DXB.

  • Filters make it easier to save some cash on your flight from Nairobi to Dubai Airport. Choose the departure times, carriers and stops that make sense for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.

The best time to fly from Nairobi to Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding your trip dates. April is the quietest month to visit Dubai. July is when most people book flights from Nairobi to Dubai Airport (DXB), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.

  • The warmest month in Dubai is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Book your Nairobi to DXB flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

  • January sees temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Nairobi to Dubai Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Dubai

  • After booking your flight from Nairobi to Dubai Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dubai:

  • Palace Hotel and Burj Khalifa and Burj Khalifa are a couple of top attractions to put on your Dubai itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out At the top Burj Khalifa.

Explore more of the United Arab Emirates

  • Dubai is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United Arab Emirates just waiting to be discovered. About 129 kilometres south-west of Dubai, a trip to Abu Dhabi will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Emirates Palace, Dubai.

  • If there's time to check out another major stop in the United Arab Emirates, head for Khawr Fakkān, about 105 kilometres east of Dubai. Hisn Khorfakkan, Khorfakkan Public Beach and Khor Fakkan Beach are the start of reasons to visit.

Plan the rest of your trip from Nairobi to Dubai

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