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Flights from Nairobi to Cairo - Travel Insights & Trends

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

What is the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cairo?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cairo, 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 Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cairo is March, where tickets cost C$ 659 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and July, where the average cost of tickets is C$ 951 and C$ 914 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cairo?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cairo, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cairo, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 79 days before departure.

How many flights are there between Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport and Cairo per day?

There is a maximum of 1 nonstop flight a day that takes off from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport and lands in Cairo, with an average flight time of 5h 05m. The most common departure time is 6:00 a.m. and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 7 flights.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport and Cairo?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Business and Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

What’s the earliest departure time from Nairobi to Cairo?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport at 6:40 am and will be landing in Cairo at 11:45 am.

What’s the latest departure time from Nairobi to Cairo?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cairo jets off at 6:40 am and lands at 11:45 am.

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Low season

May

High season

December
Best time to beat the crowds (6% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (3% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from Nairobi to Cairo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Nairobi to Cairo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Nairobi to Cairo flights

  • What are the layover options for flights from Nairobi to Cairo?

    Layover options differ with your airline and the departing airport. Passengers departing from Nairobi for Cairo and flying with Emirates will have a layover at Dubai International Airport (DXB). Those flying with Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Air will have layovers at Entebbe International Airport (EBB) in Uganda or Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) in Ethiopia. Saudia Airlines passengers departing from Nairobi will have layovers at King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED), in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

  • Which airlines have favorable carry-on policies for flights from Nairobi to Cairo?

    Egypt Air, KLM, Qatar Airways, and Turkish Airlines are some airlines that offer favorable carry-on policies on flights from Nairobi to Cairo. These airlines offer generous carry-on allowances, including one item weighing up to 18 lbs. and one piece per traveler. Moreover, all of these airlines permit electronic gadgets such as laptops as carry-ons.

  • Why should I upgrade to a business-class ticket for my flight from Nairobi to Cairo?

    A business-class ticket can provide various advantages for your flight from Nairobi to Cairo. Despite being costlier than economy tickets, business class offers travelers an enhanced journey with various perks, including wider seats, additional leg space, improved dining options, and access to exclusive lounges.

  • What are the transport options from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to downtown Cairo?

    The most convenient public transport option from Cairo International Airport to downtown Cairo is a taxi. The taxi journey from the airport to downtown Cairo takes approximately 40 minutes. Alternatively, you can acquire a car rental with agencies like SIXT, Europcar, and Budget, located at all airport terminals.

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

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Nairobi to Cairo flight route: Air France, Lufthansa, American Airlines, Finnair, British Airways, and Iberia.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Nairobi to Cairo?

    The Boeing 737-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Nairobi to Cairo flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Nairobi to Cairo?

    SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Nairobi and Cairo, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

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

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

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

    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 Nairobi to Cairo.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cairo from Nairobi 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 Nairobi to Cairo?

    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 Cairo with an airline and back to Nairobi with another airline.

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

    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 Cairo from Nairobi up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Nairobi to Cairo

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for C$ 539 or less one-way.
  • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) serves as the main international airport in Nairobi, the capital of Kenya. Approximately 10 miles southeast of Nairobi's Central Business District, it is located in Embakasi, Nairobi. The airport is the hub for Kenya Airways, which operates from Terminal 1A.
  • For tickets booked 14 days or more in advance flying from Nairobi to Cairo (CAI), Kenya Airways allows customers to cancel for free within a 24-hour period. If passengers cancel within 24 hours of booking, they will be eligible for a full refund. For tickets that are booked seven days or more before the scheduled departure, EgyptAir implements a zero-cancellation-charge policy.
  • EgyptAir offers the most advantageous pet policy for travelers flying from Nairobi to Cairo. The airline permits one pet per passenger to journey in the cabin, with an extra charge contingent upon passengers having authorized pet carriers. Passengers accompanied by pets should also submit copies of all relevant immunization records.
  • Passengers with limited mobility can find most airlines flying from Nairobi to Cairo suitable. Upon request, most airlines like Egypt Air usually provide pre-departure assistance. The assistance offered includes wheelchair access to boarding gates, onboard wheelchairs, lifted and wheelchair-accessible toilets, and support with loading baggage.
  • ASKY Airlines and Egypt Air offer flights from NBO to CAI that reduce carbon emissions by 54%. Each passenger on flights operating along these routes emits about 3,250 lbs. of carbon emissions on average. Passengers can also book sustainable flights with Ethiopian Airlines as it offers flights with 45% fewer carbon emissions.
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Prefer to fly non-stop from Nairobi to Cairo?

Find which airlines fly direct from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Cairo, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Nonstop departures

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Cairo

Monday

Egypt Air, Etihad Airways, Kenya Airways

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Tuesday

Egypt Air, Etihad Airways, Kenya Airways

Egypt Air, Etihad Airways, +1 more

Wednesday

Egypt Air, Etihad Airways, Kenya Airways

Egypt Air, Etihad Airways, +1 more

Thursday

Egypt Air, Etihad Airways, Kenya Airways

Egypt Air, Etihad Airways, +1 more

Friday

Egypt Air, Etihad Airways, Kenya Airways

Egypt Air, Etihad Airways, +1 more

Saturday

Egypt Air, Etihad Airways, Kenya Airways

Egypt Air, Etihad Airways, +1 more

Sunday

Egypt Air, Etihad Airways, Kenya Airways

Egypt Air, Etihad Airways, +1 more

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Nonstop returns

Cairo to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Monday

Egypt Air, Etihad Airways, Kenya Airways

Egypt Air, Etihad Airways, +1 more

Tuesday

Egypt Air, Etihad Airways, Kenya Airways

Egypt Air, Etihad Airways, +1 more

Wednesday

Egypt Air, Etihad Airways, Kenya Airways

Egypt Air, Etihad Airways, +1 more

Thursday

Egypt Air, Etihad Airways, Kenya Airways

Egypt Air, Etihad Airways, +1 more

Friday

Egypt Air, Etihad Airways, Kenya Airways

Egypt Air, Etihad Airways, +1 more

Saturday

Egypt Air, Etihad Airways, Kenya Airways

Egypt Air, Etihad Airways, +1 more

Sunday

Egypt Air, Etihad Airways, Kenya Airways

Egypt Air, Etihad Airways, +1 more

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Nairobi - Cairo Flights

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Nairobi (NBO)Kenya

Destination:

Cairo (CAI)Egypt

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