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C$ 655 Find Cheap Flights from New York to Nairobi

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Cheap Flight Deals from New York to Nairobi (JFK-NBO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from New York to Nairobi that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent round-trip flight deals from New York to Nairobi

KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from New York to Nairobi.
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Brussels Airlines Logo
6:10 p.m. - 8:20 p.m.JFK-NBO
19h 10m1 stop
Brussels Airlines Logo
10:45 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.NBO-JFK
21h 15m1 stop
C$ 1,257Brussels Airlines
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Delta Logo
5:30 p.m. - 7:55 p.m.JFK-NBO
19h 25m1 stop
Delta Logo
10:25 p.m. - 12:00 p.m.NBO-JFK
20h 35m1 stop
C$ 1,268Delta
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Delta Logo
6:00 a.m. - 7:55 p.m.JFK-NBO
30h 55m2 stops
Delta Logo
10:25 p.m. - 5:10 p.m.NBO-JFK
25h 45m1 stop
C$ 1,273Delta
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United Airlines Logo
6:10 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.JFK-NBO
21h 20m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
10:45 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.NBO-JFK
21h 15m1 stop
C$ 1,297United Airlines
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United Airlines Logo
3:45 p.m. - 8:55 p.m.JFK-NBO
22h 10m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
10:45 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.NBO-JFK
21h 15m1 stop
C$ 1,300United Airlines
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seg, 12 mai - seg, 9 jun
Austrian Airlines Logo
12:45 a.m. - 8:20 p.m.JFK-NBO
36h 35m2 stops
Austrian Airlines Logo
10:45 p.m. - 11:05 p.m.NBO-JFK
55h 20m2 stops
C$ 1,326Austrian Airlines
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dom, 21 set - sex, 3 out
SWISS Logo
8:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.JFK-NBO
43h 00m3 stops
SWISS Logo
10:45 p.m. - 4:35 p.m.NBO-JFK
48h 50m2 stops
C$ 1,332SWISS
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seg, 1 set - seg, 15 set
SWISS Logo
4:15 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.JFK-NBO
23h 15m3 stops
SWISS Logo
11:45 p.m. - 12:50 p.m.NBO-JFK
44h 05m2 stops
C$ 1,340SWISS
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sáb, 10 mai - dom, 25 mai
Austrian Airlines Logo
9:45 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.JFK-NBO
65h 45m3 stops
Austrian Airlines Logo
11:55 p.m. - 2:25 p.m.NBO-JFK
46h 30m2 stops
C$ 1,365Austrian Airlines
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qui, 29 mai - qui, 20 nov
Kenya Airways Logo
1:45 p.m. - 10:45 a.m.JFK-NBO
14h 00mdirect
Kenya Airways Logo
11:35 p.m. - 7:35 a.m.NBO-JFK
15h 00mdirect
C$ 1,541Kenya Airways
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Expert advice for your flight from New York to Nairobi

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are specific to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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JFK

Avoid traffic by having your driver drop you off at the AirTrain station at Lefferts Boulevard. The AirTrain ride to terminals is free from there.

Read more about JFKby Harriet Baskas
NBO

Use local taxis for easy access to Nairobi. Negotiate rates before starting your journey. Taxis are available 24/7 outside the terminal.

Read more about NBOby Daniel Scheffler
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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for New York to Nairobi flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from New York to Nairobi to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Nairobi?

The average price of all round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For New York to Nairobi, Monday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Thursday is the most expensive. Flying from Nairobi back to New York, the best deals are generally found on Tuesday, with Friday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport is March, where tickets cost C$ 1,340 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 2,327 and C$ 2,287 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at C$ 1,349 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 19 weeks before departure.


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Low seasonFebruary
High seasonDecember
Cheapest flightC$ 655
Best time to beat the crowds (16% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (34% more expensive on average)
Flight from New York to Nairobi

When to book flights from New York to Nairobi

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New York to Nairobi based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking New York to Nairobi flights

  • How do I get from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) Airport to the city center?

    There are multiple transportation options available for getting from NBO to the city center in Nairobi, Kenya. Buses are available from the airport to the city center. The fare for a one-way journey is approximately 50 KES (0.45 USD). Taxis are also readily available outside the airport terminal. The time by taxis from the airport to the city center is about 25 minutes.

  • What type of class seats does Iberia offer on flights from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Nairobi?

    Iberia offers a range of cabin classes on its flights, including economy class, premium economy class, and business class. Economy class seats offer standard width and recline, while premium economy offers increased space and comfort. Business class seats on Iberia flights are designed for maximum comfort - with fully reclining seats, ample legroom, and personal storage areas.

  • Which airline offers flights from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Nairobi with lower carbon emissions?

    Turkish Airlines operates flights from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Nairobi and has launched a carbon offset program called CO2mission, which allows passengers to offset the CO2 emissions from their flights through global carbon offset projects. The airline also uses sustainable aviation fuel on flights.

  • What is the luggage allowance on British Airways flights from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Nairobi?

    The luggage allowance on British Airways flights varies depending on the booking class and Executive Club Tier of the passenger. The airline's standard checked baggage allowance is 50 lbs per bag, and the number of checked bags allowed will depend on the specific booking class and Executive Club Tier of the passenger. For hand luggage, each passenger is allowed one cabin bag and one small personal bag such as a handbag or laptop bag. The maximum weight of each cabin bag and personal bag is 50 lbs.

  • What is the cheapest flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport was C$ 473 for a one-way ticket and C$ 908 for a round-trip.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from New York to Nairobi?

    When flying out of New York you will be using New York John F Kennedy Intl. You will be landing at Nairobi, also known as Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from New York to Nairobi?

    Only Delta offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the New York to Nairobi flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New York to Nairobi?

    The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the New York to Nairobi flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from New York to Nairobi?

    SkyTeam is the only airline alliance operating flights between New York and Nairobi.

  • On which days can I fly direct from New York to Nairobi?

    There are direct flights from New York to Nairobi on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New York to Nairobi?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from New York to Nairobi.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from New York to Nairobi?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Nairobi from New York is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from New York to Nairobi?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Nairobi with an airline and back to New York with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from New York to Nairobi?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Nairobi from New York up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for C$ 1,340 or less round-trip.
  • Layovers for flights from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Nairobi will vary depending on the airline. Some common layovers for this route include Dubai (DXB), Milan (MXP), London (LHR), and Paris (CDG).
  • Delta offers a range of services to passengers with reduced mobility on flights from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Nairobi, including wheelchair assistance, guided assistance, and meet and assist services. Passengers can request wheelchair service at the airport, and can request guided assistance to help navigate the airport and board the aircraft.
  • Kenya Airways flights from the New York John F Kennedy Airport (JFK) typically land at Terminal 1A at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). This terminal is the main international terminal at NBO and serves a majority of the airport's international flights.
  • American Airlines offers a number of services to families with infants on flights from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Nairobi. Families with children under the age of two might ask to board earlier. Per child, the airline permits one carry-on diaper bag.
  • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) serves the city of Nairobi and other neighboring cities in the region. These cities can be accessed by public transport or taxis from the airport. They include Thika, Ruiru, Machakos, Kiambu, Nakuru, and Naivasha.

Prefer to fly direct from New York to Nairobi?

Find which airlines fly direct from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

New York John F Kennedy Intl to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Monday

Delta,Kenya Airways

Delta,Kenya Airways

Tuesday

Delta,Kenya Airways

Delta,Kenya Airways

Wednesday

Delta,Kenya Airways

Delta,Kenya Airways

Thursday

Delta,Kenya Airways

Delta,Kenya Airways

Friday

Delta,Kenya Airways

Delta,Kenya Airways

Saturday

Delta,Kenya Airways

Delta,Kenya Airways

Sunday

Delta,Kenya Airways

Delta,Kenya Airways

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Direct returns

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to New York John F Kennedy Intl

Monday

Delta,Kenya Airways

Delta,Kenya Airways

Tuesday

Delta,Kenya Airways

Delta,Kenya Airways

Wednesday

Delta,Kenya Airways

Delta,Kenya Airways

Thursday

Delta,Kenya Airways

Delta,Kenya Airways

Friday

Delta,Kenya Airways

Delta,Kenya Airways

Saturday

Delta,Kenya Airways

Delta,Kenya Airways

Sunday

Delta,Kenya Airways

Delta,Kenya Airways

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Top airline flying from New York to Nairobi

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from New York to Nairobi. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from New York to Nairobi? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
6.8
Kenya AirwaysOverall score based on 262 reviews
7.0Boarding
6.8Comfort
6.4Food
6.3Entertainment
7.7Crew
Airline reviews

Was very good, was happy with the way staff were smiling and how they were approachable

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Mar 2025NBO - ACC
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Was very good, was happy with the way staff were smiling and how they were approachable

A child was loud throughout which made the trip less than optimal. Crew was great and professional. They need to change the automatic seat belt announcement which is too loud and had other unneeded words like "this is XYZ announcement number one'

Love the dreamliner plane. It's such a smooth ride, I don't notice that it's 15 hours in the air. The staff are great and they don't overstuff you with food.

I really like this airline. The staff are lovely and friendly, the planes are tidy and unfussy. I would rate them at the top of the African Airline carriers.

Delayed by 4 hours with inadequate advance notifications which caused us a lot of consternation and angst. I will never fly or recommend your airline again

Flight was changed 3 times, from a night flight to a day flight, and then delayed by 5h…

Kenya Airways delayed my flights for 7 days. Each delayed, they notified me last minute. This is ridiculous.

The kindness and good humor of all the people who this flight possible was a joy.

Awful, we had a delay of 3 hrs, impacting in my transfer flight to Cape town, and Kenya airways didnt do anything. They sent me twice to transfer services in Nairobi, not been available to sleep (from 1 am to 5 am); without any update.

It's the only direct flight between Accra and Nairobi, and you pay for it! Food is better on Asky. No entertainment on flight from Accra to Nairobi, but there other way did have screens. Generally timely boarding and departure.

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