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Everything you should know

Cheapest return flight
£757
Typical prices: £791-£1,051
Delta
Sun 16/12Thu 11/1
NBO - JFK • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£4,321
Typical prices: £973-£1,227
Delta
Fri 23/11Fri 30/11
NBO - JFK • Direct
Advice from real travellers
Arrive 3 hours early at Nairobi; multiple security checks can slow departure.
For this long flight, pack a seat cushion and wear compression socks.
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Direct flights
5 days a week
You can fly direct with Kenya Airways. Average duration is 15h
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When to book
8 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 8 weeks in advance save around 13% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 19% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED)
Cheapest • Avg £715 (return)
Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG)
Shortest trip • 18h 59m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Nairobi to New York (NBO-JFK)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Nairobi to New York

Wed, 16 Dec - Mon, 11 Jan
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23:59 - 19:20NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
27h 21m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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18:35 - 22:00JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
19h 25m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£757Delta
Wed, 16 Dec - Thu, 7 Jan
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23:59 - 19:20NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
27h 21m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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13:20 - 21:35JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
24h 15m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
£757Delta
Thu, 17 Dec - Thu, 7 Jan
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23:55 - 17:19NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
25h 24m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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13:20 - 21:35JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
24h 15m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
£758Delta
Thu, 17 Dec - Tue, 12 Jan
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07:15 - 15:00NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
39h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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15:00 - 12:30JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
37h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
£760Etihad Airways
Wed, 9 Dec - Wed, 30 Dec
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23:59 - 18:46NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
26h 47m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Boston Logan Intl
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21:20 - 22:00JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
16h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£760Delta
Sun, 20 Dec - Wed, 13 Jan
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23:55 - 18:39NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
26h 44m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Boston Logan Intl
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21:20 - 22:00JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
16h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£762Delta
Fri, 4 Dec - Tue, 5 Jan
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23:55 - 21:19NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
29h 24m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Chicago O'Hare Intl
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06:00 - 21:35JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
31h 35m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
£763Delta
Sat, 19 Dec - Sun, 10 Jan
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23:55 - 22:45NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
30h 50m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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09:49 - 21:35JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
27h 46m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
£768Delta
Mon, 7 Dec - Wed, 30 Dec
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23:55 - 14:00NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
22h 05m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
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21:20 - 22:00JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
16h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£771Delta
Mon, 30 Nov - Tue, 5 Jan
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23:55 - 14:00NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
22h 05m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
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06:00 - 21:35JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
31h 35m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
£772Delta
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights

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How much is a return flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Return flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport typically range from £791 to £1,051. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £757 on Delta.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. It's 12% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport at £752 return.
•August (£1,031) and May (£996) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 37% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are cheapest 8 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 13% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Nairobi to New York

 
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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on NBO

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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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on JFK

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, 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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Key details for Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

£433
Beat the crowds with an average 30% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 27% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

When to book flights from Nairobi to New York

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Nairobi to New York based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from Nairobi to New York: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from Nairobi to New York 
Verified travelerFlew with Kenya AirwaysFeb 2025
Sit in the first rows rather than the back of business class.
KimberlyFlew with Kenya AirwaysSept 2024
Bring a seat cushion pad if you can.
Verified travelerFlew with Kenya AirwaysJun 2024
There are so many security points at the Nairobi airport that you need to make sure you are there at least 3 hours in advance. This is not communicated by Kenyan Airways, so unfortunately people end up missing their flights
Verified travelerFlew with Kenya AirwaysMay 2024
It’s a long flight have some compression sock, stretch often in the plane and have some dry snacks.

Your Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 23:35 and lands at 14:35
    • Latest: departs at 23:35 and lands at 14:35.

    The flight takes about 15h.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport.

  • How long is a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    A direct flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport takes 15h, covering 7,350 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy 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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport range from £791 to £1,051, with an average of £931 over the past 12 months. Anything below £791 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 0% above the £931 route average. Book 8 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £715 return via Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED), compared with £1,049 for direct.

  • How are flight departures from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Night is the busiest departure period on Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Evening flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £531, which is 20% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK)?

    New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £54 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Avis

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport usually depart from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) and arrive at New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 29% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 26% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 11% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 22% on flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £820 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £1,049, a difference of £228.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Only Kenya Airways operates flights between Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Flying via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 18h 59m, compared to 19h 21m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 20h 32m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

  • What is the time difference between Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is 7 hours behind Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (Eastern Time vs Eastern Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are Times Square, New York City Center, and Madison Square Garden. These are among the most viewed places in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights:

    • Kenya Airways: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Kenya Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average £820, about £228 less than Saturday fares (22% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 8 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 13% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport trip for November. Fares historically average £752 return in that month – typically £278 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl Airport (JED) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £715 return on this route – about £334 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Nairobi to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

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Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to New York John F Kennedy Intl

Monday

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Tuesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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New York John F Kennedy Intl to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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