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Cheap Flights from Sharjah (SHJ) to Nairobi (NBO)

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Nairobi.$532 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Jun, returning Sun, 29 Jun.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound direct flight with Air Arabia departs from Sharjah on Thu, 26 Jun, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound direct flight with Air Arabia departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sun, 29 Jun, arriving in Sharjah.Price includes taxes and charges.From $532, select.
Nairobi.$551 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Aug, returning Fri, 22 Aug.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound direct flight with Air Arabia departs from Sharjah on Wed, 6 Aug, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound direct flight with Air Arabia departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Fri, 22 Aug, arriving in Sharjah.Price includes taxes and charges.From $551, select.
Nairobi.$562 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Jul, returning Fri, 1 Aug.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound direct flight with Air Arabia departs from Sharjah on Fri, 25 Jul, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound direct flight with Air Arabia departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Fri, 1 Aug, arriving in Sharjah.Price includes taxes and charges.From $562, select.
Nairobi.$566 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Nov, returning Wed, 26 Nov.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound direct flight with Air Arabia departs from Sharjah on Wed, 19 Nov, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound direct flight with Air Arabia departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 26 Nov, arriving in Sharjah.Price includes taxes and charges.From $566, select.
Nairobi.$568 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Oct, returning Wed, 29 Oct.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound direct flight with Air Arabia departs from Sharjah on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound direct flight with Air Arabia departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 29 Oct, arriving in Sharjah.Price includes taxes and charges.From $568, select.
Nairobi.$570 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Jul, returning Mon, 28 Jul.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound direct flight with Air Arabia departs from Sharjah on Wed, 23 Jul, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound direct flight with Air Arabia departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 28 Jul, arriving in Sharjah.Price includes taxes and charges.From $570, select.
Nairobi.$576 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Jun, returning Tue, 1 Jul.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound direct flight with Air Arabia departs from Sharjah on Tue, 24 Jun, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound direct flight with Air Arabia departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Sharjah.Price includes taxes and charges.From $576, select.
Nairobi.$581 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Dec, returning Sat, 10 Jan.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound direct flight with Air Arabia departs from Sharjah on Wed, 10 Dec, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound direct flight with Air Arabia departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sat, 10 Jan, arriving in Sharjah.Price includes taxes and charges.From $581, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sharjah to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta flights are currently cheapest in June.
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Sep
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Sharjah to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta: Alternative routes

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

Sharjah to Nairobi: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$532
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time5 hrs, 15 mins
Most popular airlineAir Arabia
Average flights per week8

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Sharjah to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta is $532. 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 15 minutes is the average flight time from Sharjah to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.
Air Arabia, Kenya Airways and Safe Air fly direct from Sharjah to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.
As of June 2025, there are 8 flights per week flying from Sharjah to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.
The cheapest month to fly from Sharjah to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sharjah Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport on Thursday, 26 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 15 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.
Currently, Air Arabia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.

Travelling from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Sharjah International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours 5 minutes.

  • The timezone in Nairobi is UTC+3, which is one hour behind Sharjah.

  • Choose from 17 weekly Sharjah International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flights. The 09:00 departure with Air Arabia is the earliest available. Air Arabia operates the latest service of the day at 09:00.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SHJ to NBO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.

  • Flying during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Air Arabia is your gateway to exploring Nairobi (and perhaps some other great corners of Kenya!). Check out the direct flights from Sharjah International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport offered by this carrier.

  • The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Air Arabia.

  • Air Arabia is the most punctual carrier offering SHJ to NBO flights. An exceptional 85.0% of its services on this route arrive as planned.

  • If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sharjah International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SHJ and NBO:

    • Hamad International Airport

    • Entebbe International Airport

    • Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sharjah International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flight is $262. A return fare right now is $532. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • Score cheap tickets from SHJ to NBO by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • Plan your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flights from Sharjah International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from SHJ to NBO.

  • Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Sharjah International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)

  • 76.09% of flights that depart Sharjah International Airport arrive at their destination on time.

  • Central Sharjah to Sharjah International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near SHJ. Whether you're catching an early flight from Sharjah International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

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

  • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to central Nairobi has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.

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

When to fly to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Sharjah International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Nairobi based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • Book your flight from Sharjah International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for March if you'd like to explore Nairobi during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from SHJ to NBO in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.

Explore more of Kenya

  • Nairobi has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Kenya just waiting to be discovered. About 434 kilometres south-east of Nairobi, a visit to Mombasa will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Fort Jesus, Haller Park and Old Town of Mombasa.

  • If you want to check out 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 highlights.

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