JFK - NBO

C$ 803 Find Cheap Flights from New York to Nairobi

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from New York to Nairobi departing on 6/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from New York to Nairobi, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from New York to Nairobi, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 1,158
Overall average: C$ 1,361
Etihad Airways
Fri 17/4Thu 30/4
JFK - NBO • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 2,035
Typical prices: C$ 1,318-C$ 1,444
Delta
Sun 29/3Tue 7/4
JFK - NBO • Direct
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Avoid traffic by using the AirTrain at JFK.
Negotiate rates with taxis at Nairobi Airport.
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Cheap Flights 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.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from New York to Nairobi

Fri, 17 Apr - Thu, 30 Apr
Etihad Airways Logo
10:20 p.m. - 12:35 a.m.
JFK
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NBO
19h 15m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
1:35 p.m. - 8:35 a.m.
NBO
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JFK
26h 00m
1 stop
C$ 1,158Etihad Airways
Sun, 7 Jun - Tue, 23 Jun
Delta Logo
7:15 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.
JFK
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NBO
18h 30m
1 stop
Delta Logo
11:35 p.m. - 7:35 a.m.
NBO
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JFK
15h 00mdirect
C$ 1,176Delta
Mon, 8 Jun - Tue, 23 Jun
Delta Logo
11:30 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.
JFK
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NBO
38h 15m
1 stop
Delta Logo
11:35 p.m. - 7:35 a.m.
NBO
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JFK
15h 00mdirect
C$ 1,193Delta
Sat, 18 Apr - Sun, 26 Apr
Delta Logo
6:15 p.m. - 9:55 p.m.
JFK
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NBO
20h 40m
1 stop
Delta Logo
11:05 p.m. - 5:05 p.m.
NBO
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JFK
25h 00m
1 stop
C$ 1,218Delta
Tue, 21 Apr - Wed, 29 Apr
Delta Logo
9:10 p.m. - 9:55 p.m.
JFK
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NBO
17h 45m
1 stop
Delta Logo
11:05 p.m. - 10:45 a.m.
NBO
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JFK
18h 40m
1 stop
C$ 1,219Delta
Tue, 17 Feb - Wed, 18 Nov
Delta Logo
1:59 p.m. - 9:10 p.m.
JFK
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NBO
23h 11m
2 stops
Delta Logo
11:59 p.m. - 11:20 a.m.
NBO
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JFK
19h 21m
1 stop
C$ 1,223Delta
Sat, 18 Apr - Wed, 29 Apr
Delta Logo
10:30 a.m. - 9:55 p.m.
JFK
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NBO
28h 25m
2 stops
Delta Logo
11:05 p.m. - 10:45 a.m.
NBO
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JFK
18h 40m
1 stop
C$ 1,225Delta
Thu, 23 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr
Delta Logo
6:00 a.m. - 8:45 p.m.
JFK
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NBO
31h 45m
2 stops
Delta Logo
11:05 p.m. - 12:40 p.m.
NBO
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JFK
20h 35m
1 stop
C$ 1,226Delta
Wed, 22 Apr - Sun, 26 Apr
Delta Logo
8:00 a.m. - 9:55 p.m.
JFK
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NBO
30h 55m
2 stops
Delta Logo
11:05 p.m. - 10:40 a.m.
NBO
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JFK
18h 35m
1 stop
C$ 1,229Delta
Sun, 3 May - Mon, 11 May
Delta Logo
9:10 p.m. - 9:55 p.m.
JFK
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NBO
17h 45m
1 stop
Delta Logo
11:50 p.m. - 12:24 p.m.
NBO
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JFK
19h 34m
1 stop
C$ 1,230Delta
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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 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$ 1,319 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 2,140 and C$ 2,094 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.

No, with an average price for the route of C$ 1,172, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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 3 weeks before departure.

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Expert on NBO

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Harriet Baskas

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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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Low seasonNovember
Cheapest flightC$ 883
Best time to beat the crowds (12% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (35% 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$ 883 for a one-way ticket and C$ 1,158 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?

    Air France, and Delta offer 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.

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

    You can catch a direct flight from New York to Nairobi on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday.

  • 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$ 1,116 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?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl.
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.

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New York John F Kennedy Intl to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Monday

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Wednesday

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Friday

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Sunday

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Direct returns

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tuesday

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Thursday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Information on your arrival and departure airports

New York (JFK)
Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO)