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Nairobi.$1,535 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Nov, returning Thu, 13 Nov.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Calgary on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 13 Nov, arriving in Calgary.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,535, select.
Nairobi.$1,575 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Sep, returning Sat, 20 Sep.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Calgary on Mon, 15 Sep, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sat, 20 Sep, arriving in Calgary.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,575, select.
Nairobi.$1,576 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Sep, returning Tue, 7 Oct.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Calgary on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Calgary.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,576, select.
Nairobi.$1,603 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 May, returning Tue, 10 Jun.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Calgary on Tue, 20 May, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, 10 Jun, arriving in Calgary.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,603, select.
Nairobi.$1,701 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 May, returning Sun, 25 May.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Calgary on Sun, 18 May, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sun, 25 May, arriving in Calgary.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,701, select.
Nairobi.$1,819 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Mar, returning Mon, 9 Mar.Return flight with WestJet and Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Calgary on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 9 Mar, arriving in Calgary.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,819, select.
Nairobi.$1,878 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Oct, returning Fri, 31 Oct.Return flight with WestJet and Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Calgary on Fri, 17 Oct, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Fri, 31 Oct, arriving in Calgary.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,878, select.
Nairobi.$1,898 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Jan, returning Thu, 22 Jan.Return flight with WestJet and Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Calgary on Wed, 7 Jan, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 22 Jan, arriving in Calgary.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,898, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Calgary to Nairobi

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Calgary to Nairobi flights are currently cheapest in November.
May
from $1,701
Jun
from $2,267
Jul
from $2,338
Aug
from $2,189
Sep
from $1,575
Oct
from $1,878
Nov
from $1,535
Dec
from $2,051
Jan
from $1,898
Feb
from $1,953
Mar
from $1,819
Apr
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Calgary to Nairobi: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,535
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from Calgary 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 Calgary to Nairobi is $1,535. 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 Calgary to Nairobi. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,535.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from Calgary to Nairobi.
The cheapest month to fly from Calgary to Nairobi is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Calgary 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 $1,535.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Calgary Airport to Nairobi on Thursday, 6 November 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Calgary 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, Air Canada offers the cheapest flight tickets to Nairobi.

Flying from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Nairobi: what you need to know

  • The timezone in Nairobi is UTC+3. The city is nine hours ahead of Calgary, where Calgary International Airport is located.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to get on your YYC to Nairobi flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • Travelling from central Calgary to YYC takes about 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Looking for a hotel near YYC? If you've booked an early flight from Calgary International Airport to Nairobi, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:

  • Of the flights that depart from Calgary International Airport, 65.39% touch down on time at their destination.

  • YYC's address is 2000 Airport Road Northeast.

How to find the cheapest flights from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Nairobi

  • $969 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Calgary International Airport to Nairobi flight. A return ticket right now is $1,535. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.

  • To find cheap flights from YYC to Nairobi, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for a Calgary International Airport to Nairobi ticket.

  • Picking up a cheap flight from YYC to Nairobi is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Save money on your flight from Calgary International Airport to Nairobi with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Nairobi

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

  • The distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Getting there by public transport will take you around 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Consider staying in a hotel close to NBO if you have a late flight from Calgary International Airport to Nairobi. Settle into one of these options and make arrival day easier:

  • Follow your own route with a Jomo Kenyatta International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Auto-Union, Green Motion or Hertz and venture far and wide through Nairobi and beyond.

  • Booking your ride from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from YYC to Nairobi can help you get the best possible rate.

Wilson Airport (WIL)

  • Once your flight from Calgary International Airport to Nairobi has landed, you can get to the city centre in around 15 minutes by car. Central Nairobi is roughly 3 kilometres from Wilson Airport (WIL).

  • You can expect the journey to take roughly 45 minutes on public transport.

  • You'll find some great places to call home for the night near WIL. Kick back and get cosy after your YYC to Nairobi flight at one of these perfectly located options:

  • Land, grab your Wilson Airport rental car, and drive away without skipping a beat. Auto-Union and Unicorn rent a car are popular companies you can book with here.

  • Save time at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Secure your ride from WIL a few weeks in advance so you can simply get the keys and go.

Best time to go to Nairobi

  • Travel to Nairobi during peak season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Calgary International Airport to Nairobi during low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.

  • Before locking in your Calgary International Airport to Nairobi flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. March is the warmest month in Nairobi, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • July has average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from YYC to Nairobi around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Nairobi

  • Once you've booked your flight from Calgary International Airport to Nairobi, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Nairobi:

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

Explore more of Kenya

  • Mombasa is just one of the many places in Kenya waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Nairobi. Around 434 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Fort Jesus, Haller Park and Old Town of Mombasa.

  • Nakuru is another sought-after destination in Kenya and is around 145 kilometres north-west of Nairobi. No trip is complete without seeing ARTHUR GARDENS (WEDDING/EVENT GROUNDS), Upper Hill estate and Muhia's Conservation Forest.

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