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£502 Find Cheap Flights from Nairobi to New York

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Nairobi to New York departing on 26/5. 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 Nairobi to New York, 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 Nairobi to New York, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest return fare
£751
Typical prices: £1,106-£866
Etihad Airways
Mon 13/7Fri 28/8
NBO - JFK • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£5,114
Typical prices: £1,095-£1,018
Delta
Sat 30/5Wed 5/8
NBO - JFK • Direct
Advice from real travellers
AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts and KAYAK users. AI can make mistakes.
NBO's self-service kiosks ease check-in for key airlines.
Arrive 3 hours early at NBO due to multiple security checks.
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You can fly direct with Kenya Airways. Average duration is 15h 00m
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £687 (return)
Shortest trip • 19h 05m (one-way)
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 4% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 38% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Nairobi to New York (NBO-NYC)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Nairobi to New York 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Nairobi to New York

Mon, 13 Jul - Fri, 28 Aug
Etihad Airways Logo
01:30 - 08:35
NBO
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JFK
38h 05m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
15:45 - 06:10
JFK
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NBO
31h 25m
1 stop
£751Etihad Airways
Fri, 17 Jul - Mon, 24 Aug
Etihad Airways Logo
01:30 - 16:00
NBO
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JFK
21h 30m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
15:45 - 00:35
JFK
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NBO
25h 50m
1 stop
£759Etihad Airways
Sat, 20 Jun - Sun, 23 Aug
Etihad Airways Logo
01:30 - 16:00
NBO
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JFK
21h 30m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
22:20 - 00:35
JFK
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NBO
19h 15m
1 stop
£779Etihad Airways
Thu, 16 Jul - Fri, 28 Aug
Etihad Airways Logo
13:35 - 08:35
NBO
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JFK
26h 00m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
15:45 - 00:35
JFK
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NBO
25h 50m
1 stop
£782Etihad Airways
Tue, 9 Jun - Mon, 10 Aug
Brussels Airlines Logo
22:20 - 13:10
NBO
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EWR
21h 50m
1 stop
Brussels Airlines Logo
18:30 - 20:40
EWR
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NBO
19h 10m
1 stop
£803Brussels Airlines
Thu, 11 Jun - Mon, 10 Aug
Brussels Airlines Logo
22:20 - 15:00
NBO
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JFK
23h 40m
2 stops
Brussels Airlines Logo
18:10 - 20:40
JFK
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NBO
19h 30m
1 stop
£813Brussels Airlines
Mon, 18 May - Mon, 1 Jun
United Airlines Logo
22:20 - 13:05
NBO
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EWR
21h 45m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
18:30 - 20:40
EWR
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NBO
19h 10m
1 stop
£881United Airlines
Mon, 1 Jun - Thu, 6 Aug
United Airlines Logo
22:20 - 13:10
NBO
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EWR
21h 50m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
18:30 - 20:40
EWR
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NBO
19h 10m
1 stop
£914United Airlines
Wed, 20 May - Wed, 27 May
Delta Logo
23:50 - 20:30
NBO
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LGA
27h 40m
2 stops
Delta Logo
12:03 - 20:45
LGA
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NBO
25h 42m
2 stops
£937Delta
Sun, 17 May - Wed, 27 May
Delta Logo
23:05 - 22:20
NBO
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LGA
30h 15m
2 stops
Delta Logo
12:03 - 20:45
LGA
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NBO
25h 42m
2 stops
£939Delta
Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Nairobi to New York flights

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

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

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

What is the cheapest Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York costs £1,062 on the route between Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (NBO) and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK). It is also the most popular route.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York, 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 Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York is August, where tickets cost £343 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £719 and £692 respectively.

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

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.

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops stopover the cheapest option at £931 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York, 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 Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 4% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 20 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Nairobi to New York

 
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KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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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

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.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Nairobi to New York

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight£502
Best time to beat the crowds (11% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
Flight from Nairobi to New York John F Kennedy 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 Airways
NBO
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JFK
Feb 2025
Sit in the first rows rather than the back of business class.
KimberlyFlew with Kenya Airways
NBO
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JFK
Sept 2024
Bring a seat cushion pad if you can.
Verified travelerFlew with Kenya Airways
NBO
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JFK
Jun 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 Airways
NBO
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JFK
May 2024
It’s a long flight have some compression sock, stretch often in the plane and have some dry snacks.

FAQs for booking Nairobi to New York flights

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York was £502 for a one-way ticket and £751 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Nairobi to New York?

    The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Nairobi to New York flight route.

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

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

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Nairobi to New York?

    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 Nairobi to New York.

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

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

    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 New York with an airline and back to Nairobi with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Nairobi to New York?

    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 New York from Nairobi up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Prefer to fly direct from Nairobi to New York?

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

Direct departures

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to New York

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Direct returns

New York to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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