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£261 Find Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Nairobi

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Cheap Flight Deals from Istanbul to Nairobi (IST-NBO)

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

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Istanbul to Nairobi.
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Air Arabia Logo
14:10 - 13:15IST-NBO
23h 05m1 stop
Air Arabia Logo
14:05 - 13:40NBO-IST
23h 35m1 stop
£337Air Arabia
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Sat, 25 Oct - Sun, 2 Nov
Air Arabia Logo
14:10 - 13:05IST-NBO
22h 55m1 stop
Air Arabia Logo
13:50 - 13:20NBO-IST
23h 30m1 stop
£340Air Arabia
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Tue, 15 Jul - Wed, 30 Jul
SAUDIA Logo
15:25 - 00:50IST-NBO
9h 25m1 stop
SAUDIA Logo
02:40 - 17:10NBO-IST
14h 30m1 stop
£342SAUDIA
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Mon, 9 Jun - Mon, 15 Sep
SAUDIA Logo
11:55 - 00:50IST-NBO
12h 55m1 stop
SAUDIA Logo
07:20 - 17:10NBO-IST
9h 50m1 stop
£403SAUDIA
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Mon, 14 Jul - Mon, 28 Jul
Turkish Airlines Logo
19:00 - 01:50IST-NBO
6h 50mdirect
Turkish Airlines Logo
03:35 - 10:25NBO-IST
6h 50mdirect
£435Turkish Airlines
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Sat, 24 May - Sat, 31 May
Turkish Airlines Logo
19:00 - 01:50IST-NBO
6h 50mdirect
Turkish Airlines Logo
03:35 - 10:25NBO-IST
6h 50mdirect
£497Turkish Airlines
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Thu, 22 May - Sat, 31 May
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 23:50IST-NBO
10h 05m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
01:35 - 12:20NBO-IST
10h 45m1 stop
£518Qatar Airways
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Sat, 25 Oct - Sat, 1 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
20:05 - 06:40IST-NBO
10h 35m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
01:20 - 18:35NBO-IST
17h 15m1 stop
£524Qatar Airways
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Fri, 3 Oct - Thu, 9 Oct
Egyptair Logo
02:00 - 01:55IST-NBO
23h 55m1 stop
Egyptair Logo
04:20 - 13:00NBO-IST
8h 40m1 stop
£569Egyptair
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Fri, 24 Oct - Sun, 2 Nov
Egyptair Logo
02:00 - 01:55IST-NBO
23h 55m1 stop
Egyptair Logo
02:55 - 13:00NBO-IST
10h 05m1 stop
£757Egyptair
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Sun, 8 Jun - Mon, 15 Sep
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Expert advice for your flight from Istanbul to Nairobi

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarisation 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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IST

Expect lengthy waits at security checkpoints during busy times. Arrive early to navigate the large terminal efficiently.

Read more about ISTby Jenna Scatena
NBO

Use local taxis or rideshares like Uber for a 30-minute trip to Nairobi city centre. Negotiate taxi rates upfront.

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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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Jenna Scatena

Journalist and Travel Writer, Jenna Scatena is an award-winning travel writer with a love for sharing stories and exploring new places, especially by Vespa. Though she's from San Francisco, she has spent a significant chunk of her vacation days over the last decade eating her way through Texas and sleeping in hotels around the world—especially in California, the Middle East, and Europe.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Istanbul to Nairobi flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Istanbul 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 Istanbul to Nairobi?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Nairobi on a Saturday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to fly from Istanbul to Nairobi. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Friday and avoiding Thursdays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul 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 Istanbul 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 Istanbul Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport is May, where tickets cost £312 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £467 and £454 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Istanbul 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 Istanbul 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 Istanbul Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, you should book around 5 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 13 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Istanbul to Nairobi

Low season

March

High season

August

Cheapest flight

£261
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 7% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (17% more expensive on average)
Flight from Istanbul to Nairobi

When to book flights from Istanbul to Nairobi

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Istanbul to Nairobi based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns 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 Istanbul to Nairobi flights

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport was £350 for a one-way ticket and £452 for a return.

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

    Istanbul and Nairobi are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Istanbul from Istanbul and will be arriving at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl.

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

    The Airbus A330-300 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Istanbul to Nairobi flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Istanbul to Nairobi?

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

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

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Istanbul to Nairobi, Air Arabia or SAUDIA?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Istanbul to Nairobi are Air Arabia and SAUDIA. With an average price for the route of £508 and an overall rating of 7.7, Air Arabia is the most popular choice. SAUDIA is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £354 and an overall rating of 7.4.

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

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Nairobi from Istanbul 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 Istanbul 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 Istanbul with another airline.

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

  • Looking for a cheap flight from Nairobi to Istanbul? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £330 or less one-way.

Prefer to fly direct from Istanbul to Nairobi?

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

Direct departures

Istanbul to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Monday

ANA, Asiana Airlines, Royal Air Maroc, +1 more

ANA, Asiana Airlines, +2 more

Tuesday

ANA, Asiana Airlines, Royal Air Maroc, +1 more

ANA, Asiana Airlines, +2 more

Wednesday

ANA, Asiana Airlines, Royal Air Maroc, +1 more

ANA, Asiana Airlines, +2 more

Thursday

ANA, Asiana Airlines, Royal Air Maroc, +1 more

ANA, Asiana Airlines, +2 more

Friday

ANA, Asiana Airlines, Royal Air Maroc, +1 more

ANA, Asiana Airlines, +2 more

Saturday

ANA, Asiana Airlines, Royal Air Maroc, +1 more

ANA, Asiana Airlines, +2 more

Sunday

ANA, Asiana Airlines, Royal Air Maroc, +1 more

ANA, Asiana Airlines, +2 more

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Direct returns

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Istanbul

Monday

ANA, Asiana Airlines, Royal Air Maroc, +1 more

ANA, Asiana Airlines, +2 more

Tuesday

ANA, Asiana Airlines, Royal Air Maroc, +1 more

ANA, Asiana Airlines, +2 more

Wednesday

ANA, Asiana Airlines, Royal Air Maroc, +1 more

ANA, Asiana Airlines, +2 more

Thursday

ANA, Asiana Airlines, Royal Air Maroc, +1 more

ANA, Asiana Airlines, +2 more

Friday

ANA, Asiana Airlines, Royal Air Maroc, +1 more

ANA, Asiana Airlines, +2 more

Saturday

ANA, Asiana Airlines, Royal Air Maroc, +1 more

ANA, Asiana Airlines, +2 more

Sunday

ANA, Asiana Airlines, Royal Air Maroc, +1 more

ANA, Asiana Airlines, +2 more

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Top 4 airlines serving from Istanbul to Nairobi

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Istanbul 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 Istanbul 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.
7.7
Air ArabiaOverall score based on 47 reviews
6.0Entertainment
7.8Boarding
7.0Food
8.1Crew
7.7Comfort
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The flight was slightly delayed because of change of plane but informed beforehand. Flight was very good and comfortable

10.0 ExcellentAli, Jan 2024SHJ - RUH
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The flight was slightly delayed because of change of plane but informed beforehand. Flight was very good and comfortable

Superb like always. On time and quite comfortable. Only thing is that the arrival movement was by bus.

We were boarded by bus. That was a bit of pain.

They lost the stroller and car seat which they found after 4 days, and on the way back they damaged the stroller.

Damage lagguage, They lost the stroller and car seat which they found after 4 days, and on the way back they damaged the stroller.

Same situation saudi lost my pram and car seat and damaged lagguage

My gag was left at liayad airport when I landed at jeddah airport 9 am I waited for my bags at jeddah airport till 2.45 pm almost 6 hrs bad very bad

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.

The intettainme is old stuff and difficult to get by WiFi and the chair is not comfortable at all although the staff were excellent but beyond their limited

Overall a great experience, no movies were available. Bags were delivered a bit late. Seat controls were not working well. I couldn't make my bed fully flat.

It is almost 7 hours journey ,you should have provided with TV entertainment and mobile charging

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.

Very poor show. Flight got delayed due to fog in Lahore. This is understandable. However, no arrangements were made for nany hours, once some things was organised, there was no leadership, no support to families with children's, disabled passengers. Took to hotel where it took 3 hours to sort out room allocation, that after finding partner to a minimum of 4 people. Couples were asked to find another couple before room is allocated. After 2 5 Hours of reaching room,return journey started with total chaos, no leadership at airport. Several derours to finally get new boarding passes. Asking the reason why flight was cancelled, the Saudi airline staff recommended using other Airlines in future.Finally boarding nobody inside the aeroplane helping old, illiterate to find their allocated sears. Sort out luggage storage. All the staff stayed in their kitchen areas to let passengers sort out. In-flight service wad good. Overall very poor experience.

Both my luggages were never sent from Istanbul. After 10 hour flight from DC to Turkey and another 12 hour layover in Istanbul Airport, I would’ve at least expected to find my luggages when I arrived in Addis Ababa, but that wasn’t the case. After 2 hours of waiting at the luggage carousel, we were told that our luggages would be arriving the next day after midnight. I was already so exhausted, that I hated having to come back to the airport the next day. Thankfully, I received both my luggages the following day. It’s just, the whole experience was exhausting.

The check in process at Istanbul airport caused my family a great deal of stress and disappointment due to the following factors: 1) WE HAD TO PAY US$330 for check on bags, despite holding Economy tickets that Turkish airlines website clearly states that flights from Istanbul to Miami had a 2 checked bags allowance. 2) Airport staff not only lacked empathy for senior travelers (75 yrs old and 71 yrs old), but were also rude as well. The supervisor at check it offered "if you don't pay for the bags, you can just remain and sleep at the airport for however long you wish. What a terrible way to treat customers !!! 3) We were bumped from agent to agent to agent FIVE times, showing everyone the communication we received telling us we had the 2 bags entitlement. Two elderly people lugging 4 suitcase around and around the Turkish terminal. Again, what a sad way to treat customers !!! 4) We need a case opened to get a refund for the amount we paid. Something is amiss, screams unethical, and sounds unscrupulous......At First , we were told we must pay for 4 bags. All of a sudden, it became 2 bags, and finally all 4 bags were checked on with payments demanded for 2. Why did it vary from agent to agent???? 5) OVERALL, A TERRIBLE AND SUSPICIOUSLLY UNSCRUPULOUS EXPERIENCE FLYING WITH TURKISH AIRLINES. WE ARE TERRIBLY DISAPPOINTED AND SAD THAT OUR VISIT TO A BEAUTIFUL CITY ENDED IN SUCH A HORRIBLE EXPERIENCE

5 unnecessary control before get in the craft. It is exagerated and very inefficient

I recently flew with Turkish Airlines, and I can confidently say it was one of the best travel experiences I’ve ever had. From the moment I boarded, the crew was incredibly attentive, warm, and professional. They went above and beyond to ensure everyone was comfortable and well taken care of throughout the flight. The highlight, however, was the food! I’ve flown with many airlines, but Turkish Airlines sets the bar incredibly high when it comes to in-flight dining. Every meal was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The variety of dishes, even on a long-haul flight, was impressive. It felt like dining at a high-end restaurant at 35,000 feet! The seats were comfortable, the entertainment options were great, and the overall atmosphere made the journey enjoyable. Turkish Airlines truly excels in combining luxury and hospitality. I wouldn’t hesitate to fly with them again—highly recommend!

One of the best flights I have been on in a while.

Here's a sample answer: "Honestly, I was really impressed with Turkish Airlines, but if I had to suggest one area for improvement, it would be: - *More efficient boarding process*: I noticed that boarding took a bit longer than expected, which might be frustrating for passengers with tight connections.

Not worth pay business class and get service economy class

In this long haul flight, flight attendants never stopped moving and giving excellent service. Very impressive. Very comfortable seats and excellent food

In sharp contrast to the modern glitzy airport, boarding facilities were primitive. Passengers had to board buses and walk up steep stairs in bitter cold with carry-on baggages. I found no reason why aerobridge was not provided.

A fairly standard 2/2 configuration. Boeing 787-9 is modern but the amenities chosen by Turkish for their seats are slightly limited - no in-seat charging, for example. Otherwise, a good flight.

Check in was madness. Boarding was madness. The flight itself was OK, and the flight attendants were nice. Connection to my next flight was two hours. But based on my arrival gate in Cairo, and next departure gate in Cairo, the whole two hours were needed given the inefficient procedures. At the end of my journey (connected to Lufthansa after Egyptair), my checked luggage did not arrive, and after 4 days, has still not arrived.

Everything was ok except cleanliness of the plane, it was poor.

It was appalling! Using small aircraft for 5 hour flights is ridiculous! No legroom, terrible food, no drinks apart from water, tea and coffee (once only) makes it a terrible experience. The cabin staff really badly handled the behaviour of an extremely obnoxious woman who insisted on fully reclining her seat for the duration of the flight with a very tall man behind her. She abused his and the staff and they were not able to deal with her at all other than to tell the man that they are reclining seats and they could not prevent her from doing so. They were also very slow to react when a large nu of passengers stood up and started taking their luggage out of the overhead bins whilst the aircraft was still taxiing at Heathrow. I will never fly Egypt Air again! I know this isn’t the airline’s fault but the security at Cairo airport was a joke. With the terrible security record on flights out of Egypt, they really need to take it seriously. Scanners weren’t working, liquids were allowed on, only one person operating the cray machine and searching bags caused a massive backlog of people…I’m convinced you could have got anything onto that plane if you were determined enough. By the way, it was the same story in Aswan airport.

The plane was old and several things were broken including my seat. The sinks in the restrooms didn’t drain. The armrest on my seat was broken so the seat was constantly reclined. The tray table was broken. The fabric was coming off the seats. The overhead bin doors wouldn’t stay locked. The hotel accommodation was disgusting.

Boarding was chaotic and disorganized, and the foot rest to my seat was broken. But the food was good and the flight attendants were kind and attentive.

So bad we never travel with Egypt air bad service smells bad food bad Ching my sets to back

Food was terrible (I tried the beef plate). Service is improved. The plane is new so it was good enough

Horrible old filthy airplane with brooking seat and entertainment system

Boarding was a nightmare. Still the B773s don’t have WIFI and are a something from the 90s in terms of comfort.

Cairo airport has probably the most stressful and overcomplicated security system in the world. Can't really blame Egypt Airlines.

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