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Flight deals from Sydney to Nairobi

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sydney to Nairobi? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Nairobi.$1,099 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 May, returning Thu, 5 Jun.Return flight with Scoot and AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Tue, 20 May, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,099, select.
Nairobi.$1,130 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 May, returning Mon, 26 May.Return flight with Scoot and IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Wed, 7 May, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 26 May, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,130, select.
Nairobi.$1,139 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 Aug, returning Mon, 22 Sep.Return flight with Scoot and IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Thu, 21 Aug, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 22 Sep, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,139, select.
Nairobi.$1,156 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Jul, returning Wed, 6 Aug.Return flight with AirAsia X and IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Sydney on Thu, 10 Jul, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 6 Aug, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,156, select.
Nairobi.$1,161 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Sep, returning Mon, 8 Sep.Return flight with Scoot and IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 8 Sep, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,161, select.
Nairobi.$1,165 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Jun, returning Mon, 7 Jul.Return flight with Jetstar and SalamAir.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Sydney on Mon, 23 Jun, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with SalamAir, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 7 Jul, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,165, select.
Nairobi.$1,179 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Jun, returning Wed, 25 Jun.Return flight with Scoot and IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Wed, 11 Jun, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 25 Jun, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,179, select.
Nairobi.$1,187 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Jul, returning Mon, 28 Jul.Return flight with Scoot and IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Mon, 14 Jul, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 28 Jul, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,187, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Nairobi

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sydney to Nairobi flights are currently cheapest in May.
May
from $1,130
Jun
from $1,179
Jul
from $1,187
Aug
from $1,202
Sep
from $1,161
Oct
from $1,483
Nov
from $1,418
Dec
from $1,880
Jan
from $1,834
Feb
from $1,653
Mar
from $1,720
Apr
from $2,391

Alternative Sydney to Nairobi routes

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

Sydney to Nairobi: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,099
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Sydney to Nairobi: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Nairobi: Nairobi Wilson and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.
The best price we found for a return flight from Sydney to Nairobi is $1,099. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Sydney to Nairobi. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,099.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from Sydney to Nairobi.
The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Nairobi is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Sydney Airport, 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 $1,099.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Nairobi on Tuesday, 20 May 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Sydney Airport and Nairobi. Most routes have one or more stops.
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.
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.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 20°C. April is typically the warmest month in Nairobi, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is June, with temperatures averaging 13°C. The rainiest month is April.
Currently, Scoot offers the cheapest flight tickets to Nairobi.

Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Nairobi: what you need to know

  • Nairobi is 8 hours behind Sydney, where Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located. Nairobi operates on the UTC+3 timezone.

  • Give yourself enough time to make your flight from SYD to Nairobi. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

  • Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from SYD to Nairobi. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a pause at one of these popular airports:

    • Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)

  • If you hold a passport from Australia, you'll need an ETA to enter Kenya. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Nairobi for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules before you book and certainly before flying.

  • Travelling from central Sydney to SYD takes about 27 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 21 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • After a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near SYD. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Nairobi or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:

How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Nairobi

  • $569 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Nairobi. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,099. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • To get your hands on cheap tickets from SYD to Nairobi, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Nairobi throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.

  • Snapping up a cheap ticket from SYD to Nairobi couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a better deal.

  • Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Nairobi, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Airports in Nairobi

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

  • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is around 14 kilometres from central Nairobi. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 22 minutes.

  • It takes around 1 hour and 11 minutes when travelling by public transport.

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Nairobi. Reserve one of these accommodation options near NBO instead:

Wilson Airport (WIL)

  • Central Nairobi is approximately 3 kilometres from Wilson Airport (WIL). After your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Nairobi has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 15 minutes.

  • The journey will take approximately 46 minutes on public transport.

  • After your flight from SYD to Nairobi, tuck yourself in at a hotel near WIL. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:

Best time to go to Nairobi

  • It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Nairobi. July is the busiest month for a trip to Nairobi. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.

  • The warmest month in Nairobi is March, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Nairobi in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • July sees average temperatures of between 12ºC and 24ºC. Search for cheap flights from SYD to Nairobi sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Nairobi

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Nairobi right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Nairobi:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Nairobi National Park, The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Westlands Maasai Market D at the roof top are leading attractions which should be on every Nairobi itinerary.

Complete your Nairobi trip with a car rental

  • Finding you a cheap flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Nairobi isn't our only party trick. Check out our car rentals in Nairobi and explore on your own terms. We find deals from trusted car rental providers and put them all in one place. You can instantly compare rates and then book with no fees.

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