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Cheapest return flight
£603
Typical prices: £586-£864
Multiple Airlines
Mon 22/10Sun 11/11
EDI - NBO • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£277
Typical prices: £424-£634
Multiple Airlines
Sun 21/10
EDI - NBO • 3 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Edinburgh and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
16 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 16 weeks in advance save around 28% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 17% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg £608 (return)
London Heathrow (LHR)
Shortest trip • 13h 05m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Edinburgh to Nairobi (EDI-NBO)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Edinburgh to Nairobi

Thu, 22 Oct - Wed, 11 Nov
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08:25 - 13:05EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
26h 40m2 stops Milan Malpensa Sharjah
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01:35 - 22:20NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
23h 45m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Milan Malpensa Dublin
£603Multiple Airlines
Thu, 4 Feb - Wed, 3 Mar
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10:40 - 03:05EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
13h 25m1 stop Istanbul
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04:50 - 15:20NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
13h 30m1 stop Istanbul
£605Turkish Airlines
Fri, 6 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
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09:45 - 12:30EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
23h 45m2 stops Barcelona-El Prat Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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19:15 - 13:55NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
21h 40m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl London Heathrow
£605Multiple Airlines
Fri, 27 Nov - Fri, 18 Dec
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05:50 - 21:35EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
12h 45m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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23:45 - 10:30NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
13h 45m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£608Air France
Wed, 25 Nov - Thu, 17 Dec
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05:50 - 21:35EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
12h 45m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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23:45 - 10:30NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
13h 45m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£608Air France
Thu, 22 Oct - Wed, 11 Nov
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:00 - 01:25EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
30h 25m1 stop Istanbul
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04:50 - 09:40NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
31h 50m1 stop Istanbul
£611Turkish Airlines
Thu, 4 Feb - Mon, 22 Feb
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06:00 - 21:50EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
12h 50m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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23:40 - 23:20NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
26h 40m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Frankfurt am Main
£637Lufthansa
Thu, 26 Nov - Wed, 16 Dec
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06:00 - 22:10EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
13h 10m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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23:40 - 23:20NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
26h 40m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Frankfurt am Main
£639Lufthansa
Fri, 20 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov
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05:40 - 22:00EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
13h 20m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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12:30 - 12:30NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
27h 00m2 stops Entebbe Amsterdam Schiphol
£641KLM
Thu, 10 Dec - Tue, 22 Dec
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17:00 - 21:35EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
25h 35m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
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23:59 - 08:40NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
11h 41m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£730KLM
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Edinburgh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Edinburgh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Edinburgh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Edinburgh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport and is 13% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 15% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • November is the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport at £582 return.
  • July (£902) and December (£863) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 55% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Edinburgh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Edinburgh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport are cheapest 16 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 28% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Edinburgh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

£277
Best time to beat the crowds (6% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 17% lower on average.
Flights from Edinburgh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport

When to book flights from Edinburgh to Nairobi

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Edinburgh to Nairobi based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Edinburgh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Edinburgh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    Flights from Edinburgh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport usually depart from Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) and arrive at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Edinburgh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Edinburgh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Edinburgh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Edinburgh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 38% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 10% of one-stop connections

    Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Edinburgh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 25% on the Edinburgh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £612 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £810, a difference of £198. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How expensive are last-minute Edinburgh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 10% above the route average of £700. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Edinburgh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    A direct flight from Edinburgh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 4,553 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Edinburgh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Edinburgh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £603 to £3,776. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Edinburgh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Edinburgh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £384, which is 22% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Edinburgh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    Flying via London Heathrow (LHR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 13h 05m, compared to 13h 50m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and 14h 04m via Istanbul (IST).

  • What is the time difference between Edinburgh and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport is 2 hours ahead of Edinburgh (Eastern Africa Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (NBO)?

    Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (NBO) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £19 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Autounion Car Rental
    • Hertz
    • Right Cars
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Europcar

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Edinburgh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from Edinburgh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport range from £586 to £864, with an average of £700 over the past 12 months. Anything below £586 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Edinburgh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average £612 – about £198 less than Sunday (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 16 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 28% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Edinburgh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport trip for November. Fares historically average £582 return in that month – typically £320 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport.
    - Crowne Plaza Nairobi Airport By IHG
    - Four Points by Sheraton Nairobi Airport

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