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Cheapest return fare
£284
Typical prices: £283-£363
SAUDIA
Sun 13/9Sun 20/9
DXB - NBO • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£347
Typical prices: £337-£412
flydubai
Sun 13/9Sun 20/9
DXB - NBO • Direct
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Kenya Airways Economy Max adds extra space with an adjacent seat kept vacant.
Emirates economy offers free Wi-Fi for Skywards members and 33-inch legroom.
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Cheap Flights from Dubai to Nairobi (DXB-NBO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Dubai 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 return flight deals from Dubai to Nairobi

Sun, 13 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep
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21:00 - 05:15
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NBO
9h 15m
1 stop
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06:55 - 19:30
NBO
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11h 35m
1 stop
£284SAUDIA
Mon, 16 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
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11:10 - 00:45
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NBO
14h 35m
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07:20 - 02:25
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18h 05m
1 stop
£288SAUDIA
Tue, 1 Dec - Fri, 1 Jan
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19:00 - 14:40
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NBO
20h 40m
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15:40 - 18:15
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25h 35m
1 stop
£305Gulf Air
Tue, 1 Sep - Fri, 25 Sep
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21:00 - 14:25
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NBO
18h 25m
1 stop
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07:55 - 22:35
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13h 40m
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£305Gulf Air
Fri, 14 Aug - Sun, 16 Aug
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17:10 - 01:40
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9h 30m
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17:30 - 15:45
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£320Ethiopian Air
Sun, 29 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
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8h 30m
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17:30 - 02:55
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£325Ethiopian Air
Sun, 13 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep
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16:40 - 21:05
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NBO
5h 25mdirect
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22:05 - 04:30
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5h 25mdirect
£347flydubai
Thu, 3 Sep - Wed, 9 Sep
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06:45 - 11:00
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5h 15mdirect
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23:10 - 05:25
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5h 15mdirect
£349Kenya Airways
Thu, 13 Aug - Sat, 15 Aug
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5h 15mdirect
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17:15 - 23:30
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£350Kenya Airways
Fri, 14 Aug - Sun, 23 Aug
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16:35 - 21:05
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5h 30mdirect
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Dubai to Nairobi flights

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

How much is a return flight from Dubai to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Dubai to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport from Dubai usually cost between £333 and £454 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £284 on SAUDIA (13 Sept–20 Sept).

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

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

When flying from Dubai to Nairobi, you should consider leaving on a Sunday and avoid Tuesdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Dubai, you’ll find the best rates on Wednesdays and the most expensive ones on Thursdays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Dubai 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 Dubai 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 Dubai to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport is February, where tickets cost £301 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £387 and £385 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Dubai to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of £231, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Dubai 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 Dubai 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 Dubai to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 2% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 6 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Dubai to Nairobi

 
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Good to know - Cheap tickets from Dubai to Nairobi

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

£162
Best time to beat the crowds (4% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (2% more expensive on average)
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Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dubai 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 Dubai to Nairobi flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Dubai to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Dubai to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport was £162 for a one-way ticket and £284 for a return.

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

    On your way to Nairobi, you’ll fly out from Dubai Intl. You’ll be landing at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl.

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

    flydubai, and Emirates offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Dubai to Nairobi flight route.

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

    The Boeing 777-300ER is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Dubai to Nairobi flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Dubai to Nairobi?

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

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

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Dubai to Nairobi, Emirates or SAUDIA?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Dubai to Nairobi are Emirates and SAUDIA. With an average price for the route of £415 and an overall rating of 8.1, Emirates is the most popular choice. SAUDIA is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £273 and an overall rating of 7.3.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Dubai 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 Dubai to Nairobi.

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

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

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

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Dubai 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 Dubai 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 Dubai to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight from Nairobi to Dubai? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £186 or less one-way and £364 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Dubai to Nairobi?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Dubai Intl to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from Dubai Intl Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Dubai Intl to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Monday

Emirates,Kenya Airways,flydubai

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Tuesday

Emirates,Kenya Airways

Emirates,Kenya Airways

Wednesday

Emirates,Kenya Airways,flydubai

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Thursday

Emirates,Kenya Airways

Emirates,Kenya Airways

Friday

Emirates,Kenya Airways,flydubai

Emirates,Kenya Airways, +1 more

Saturday

Emirates,Kenya Airways

Emirates,Kenya Airways

Sunday

Emirates,Kenya Airways,flydubai

Emirates,Kenya Airways, +1 more

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Direct returns

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Dubai Intl

Monday

Emirates,Kenya Airways,flydubai

Emirates,Kenya Airways, +1 more

Tuesday

Emirates,Kenya Airways

Emirates,Kenya Airways

Wednesday

Emirates,Kenya Airways,flydubai

Emirates,Kenya Airways, +1 more

Thursday

Emirates,Kenya Airways

Emirates,Kenya Airways

Friday

Emirates,Kenya Airways,flydubai

Emirates,Kenya Airways, +1 more

Saturday

Emirates,Kenya Airways

Emirates,Kenya Airways

Sunday

Emirates,Kenya Airways,flydubai

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from Dubai to Nairobi

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Dubai 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 Dubai 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.
8.1
EmiratesOverall score based on 3638 reviews
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
7.9Food
8.4Crew
8.2Entertainment
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Good service. I wish there was more legroom. The food could be improved with additional options.

8.0 ExcellentRekha, Aug 2026
DXB - JFK
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Good service. I wish there was more legroom. The food could be improved with additional options.

Everything is smooth and good. While cabin crew didn't wake me up for food. When I got up I asked for my meal then they simply replied I was sleep due to that reason they did not wake me up. In that case I suggest they must keep stickers to place on top wake up or DnD.

It was very exlent flight and thanks a lot kayak

As always Emirates is always dependent on the crew you get on the day and today was a good one. Everyone knew what they were doing and gracefully without hesitation . Great conversation all round even about the food and wine.

Very bad service and food variety will never come back again

Flight was cancelled without notification. Information on flight status was not available on Emirates's website.

Everything was perfect. Staff were informative and professional and flight boarding, flying and de-embarking was smooth. I would certainly travel with Emirates again.

My baby was with me it was really good experience with emirates

This777-300 is configured 2/3/2 for Biz class straight out of the 80s!!! Not to mention seats are narrow, bed does NOT FULLY RECLINE FLAT as advertised, and purser didn’t know that!! ARM REST HAS A REMOTE TABLET ON IT FURTHER CONFINING THE ALREADY NARROW SPACE!!! WHO thought this was a good design?? After flying the new A350-900 biz class Montreal to Dubai , this was a total let down!!

Over - amazing. The aircraft is somewhat old on this route.

Business class website is horrible I couldn’t even check in online never happened me before any other website

I had the worst experience I’ve ever had with any type of airline,they destroyed my baby’s baby stroller,that cost more than 2000$,the seats in a 13 hour flight was broken,so I definitely not recommend that airline for other people

I recently flew with Saudi Arabian Airlines, and it was truly an outstanding experience from start to finish. The staff were exceptionally polite, professional, and attentive throughout the journey. Check-in was smooth and well-organized, and boarding was efficient and on time. The cabin was spotless and comfortable, with plenty of legroom and a calm, welcoming atmosphere. The in-flight service was top-notch — meals were delicious and offered with generous portions, and the crew made sure every passenger was well taken care of. I also appreciated the wide range of entertainment options, including movies, music, and TV shows in multiple languages. The flight was punctual, and the overall experience reflected the airline’s strong commitment to hospitality and passenger satisfaction. Without a doubt, I’d highly recommend Saudia to anyone traveling within the region or internationally. Their service quality easily matches — and often surpasses — many top global airlines. I’m looking forward to flying with them again! ⸻ Would you like me to tailor it for a specific flight route or class (e.g., Economy, Business, Jeddah–Washington DC)? I can make it sound even more personal or detailed.

I cant wait for planes to have shorter rows with more space! otherwise, all fine thankyou

Apart from chaotic boarding - which I totally understand was outside the control of gate staff. It was comfortable mid haul flight. Well done to cabin crew for their patience and hospitality with largely elderly passengers returning from pilgrimage.

I think the staff was short. Being Vegan, I ordered a custom meal. The meal was not provided both two ways. I assume they forgot. They were short on staff. It was taking for ever to provide service. people were getting restless.

It’s very tiring journey with only 3 seats in a row and not good for family of four. Online checkin don’t work and unable to select the seats while going.

J’ai mon carte de fidélité Sky team gold À Dubaï je me sui présenté avec mon carte je sui rentré dans le louange Maintenant arrivé à Riyadh on m’a refusé que je rentre que parce que c’est la carte de Air France Et pourtant il y’a le partenariat bon brefs Tout ça c’est du racisme parce que je suis un africain

Entertainment for non Arabic speakers is very limited. Seats were comfortable. Seat map while booking showed 2-2-2 config, but the flight had 1-2-1..

My baggage was not with the same flight I travelled

The Senior Flight attendant was just amazing on our Flight GF 284 on 30/11/25. She was so attentive, helpful and caring not just to us but to all in our cabin.

Loading was on time and quick Not very many people

They flight was without ait conetion weather was very hot

Did not have to leave plane. However found the wait tiring with nearly a full plane boarding at Male and being unable to get out of seat due to cleaners security and a full plane boarding with hand luggage. Staff were excellent despite a long and tiring flight due to stopover.

From the start of the check-in process, the associate was unprofessional and claimed that my ticket was incorrect, attributing the issue to Gulf Air. However, they failed to provide any clear explanation of what was wrong. After an extended wait of 45 minutes, the issue was resolved, and we were finally issued our boarding passes. Upon arrival in Paris, we faced further delays as the stairs to deplane were not functioning, resulting in an additional 45-minute wait onboard. This delay posed a significant risk of missing my connecting flight.

Gulfair were on top form and everything went as planned

It was a great experience, can’t wait to do it again soon!!

The boarding at Heathrow is chaotic. That's partly due to the lack of space and seating at gate 8, and a Qatar flight from gate 9 at the same time. That's down to Heathrow rather than Gulf Air. I've had a similar experience here before. Another problem which isn't specific to Gulf Air or Heathrow is announcements, and those for boarding in particular. They are difficult to hear with all the other noise and for me with hearing problems it's even worse. A simple tv screen would help, so long as it's updated of course.

all good. crew wasnt attentive to the announcements they were making about the flight. made several mistakes at several tines while announcing destination, arrival time. first officer made this mistake too.

New aircraft, new and modern. Crew could be a little more smiling.

boarded in a mannerly process, Departed on time, the pilot pointed out my. Kilimanjaro, snack and drink provided-great 1 hour flight

Overall good experience but for long distances there really needs to be more room.

there really needs to be more room with each seat for such a long flight.

The plane was delayed almost three hours because boarding was unorganized then we were delayed even longer because the plane had an issue. The plane didn't look well maintained, there was also alot of tape on the exterior. I won't fly kenya air ways again after this trip.

Our luggage was supposed to be checked through from Arusha to Cape Town. We didn't know that it was a self transfer in Johannisburg. Kayak should not have sold this flight combination with out a self transfer alert.

There was chaos checking because of a canceled flight the day prior. Also, we had an issue with tickets. The KQ agent went above a d beyond to help us get on board the flight Overall the 13+ hour flight is uncomfortable in coach. I may try to upgrade on return

For a long haul flight, the seats were too narrow. Paid for extra legroom but wish I could have paid for width! I was pressed against another person for the whole donation of the flight.

The nice treatment and lovely pilots who accepted my son inside for a photo.So lovely of them

They weight duty free goods at check in and count the weight as carry on luggage. Results : for 4 bottles I had to opay $150. rip off. Be careful to avoid any duty free shopping at Dubai airport

No complaints just improve on the food service. Provide enough dinner. People are complaining about that.

If the flight was full I would have been more uncomfortable as the space was small. The seat in front of me was very close, I wear transition lenses and it was too close for a comfortable viewing experience. The foot room was not the best either. The row was empty so I had shoulder width space. The foot space in my opinion could be better, I am just 6ft tall, medium built and found the space mediocre. The AC on the flight could have been cooler. We were delaed on the tarmac and the air con was warm. Even in the air, it could have been cooler. Apart from that excellent service crew, we were delayed on the tarmac and water was offered to us which was of good temperature. The snacks offered were acceptable. Thanks for a safe and smooth journey.

Boarding from T3 is a nightmare for the transfer to the aircraft.

BEST air crew in the industry and service delivery takes it to the next level from great to AMAZING!!!

The timing for this flight is really odd.. at 4.45AM If it was 1AM or 8AM it would be great. I guess its probably for European connecting flights with Emirates? Anyway, for a budget airline, the business class product in FlyDubai is quite decent. You even get Champagne, although 4AM is an off time to have it. The Throne seat for me while is great for privacy, sleeping isn't great for the foot extension. This flight is great for me due to its direct nature but if Emirates did it, I would choose that.

The quality is worse and worse , this business ticket pricing is overpriced !!!!

The Plane was very small.. domestic route will perfect not international

If I have a choice I would not use this airline. They moved by booking to Smart Wings, an airline they code share with. Changing terminals in buses and dealing with some of the staff associated with it is not the best experience. Having stated that I must share that the crew of Smart Wings airlines was polite.

The only highlight on this flight was the taste of the food, which was surprisingly good. Everything else was below average, and the cabin crew service especially stood out for being slow and inattentive. We were surrounded by toddlers/babies and it made our 4 hour flight feel like 10 hours. Granted, that's not the airline's fault, but it added to the overall subpar experience.

Second-row economy doesn't have leg space if you are 6 feet

Boarding was almost an hour late but there was no communication. Cabin crew did nothing to ensure people kept masks on and even with seat belt sign on people were wondering around the plane.

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