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Cheapest return fare
£793
Typical prices: £719-£981
Delta
Wed 11/11Wed 25/11
SFO - NBO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£439
Typical prices: £540-£804
SAUDIA
Sun 8/11
SFO - NBO • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Francisco and Nairobi. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg £1,326 (return)
Shortest trip • 21h 15m (one-way)
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Cheapest • 14% price drop
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Nairobi (SFO-NBO)

 
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Recent return flight deals from San Francisco to Nairobi

Wed, 11 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
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13:50 - 22:00SFO  San Francisco-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
21h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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23:59 - 11:45NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SFO San Francisco
22h 46m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£793Delta
Tue, 10 Nov - Tue, 8 Dec
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06:17 - 22:00SFO  San Francisco-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
28h 43m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
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23:59 - 11:45NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SFO San Francisco
22h 46m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£797Delta
Thu, 25 Feb - Sun, 28 Feb
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18:35 - 03:05SFO  San Francisco-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
21h 30m1 stop Istanbul
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04:50 - 16:30NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SFO San Francisco
22h 40m1 stop Istanbul
£798Turkish Airlines
Sun, 28 Mar - Sun, 2 May
Delta Logo
13:45 - 21:55SFO  San Francisco-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
22h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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23:45 - 11:45NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SFO San Francisco
22h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£801Delta
Fri, 29 Jan - Fri, 12 Feb
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13:50 - 22:00SFO  San Francisco-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
21h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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23:55 - 12:55NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SFO San Francisco
24h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£802Delta
Sun, 28 Mar - Fri, 30 Apr
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07:00 - 21:55SFO  San Francisco-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
28h 55m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
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23:45 - 11:45NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SFO San Francisco
22h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£805Delta
Fri, 29 Jan - Fri, 12 Feb
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06:05 - 22:00SFO  San Francisco-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
28h 55m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
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23:55 - 12:55NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SFO San Francisco
24h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£805Delta
Sun, 24 Jan - Fri, 12 Feb
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15:40 - 14:40SFO  San Francisco-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
36h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
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22:45 - 13:35NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SFO San Francisco
25h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl
£810Emirates
Thu, 21 Jan - Tue, 9 Feb
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23:40 - 06:20SFO  San Francisco-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
43h 40m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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13:35 - 22:24NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SFO San Francisco
43h 49m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl
£810Etihad Airways
Tue, 30 Mar - Sun, 2 May
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06:15 - 21:55SFO  San Francisco-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
29h 40m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Amsterdam Schiphol
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23:45 - 17:49NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SFO San Francisco
28h 04m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Los Angeles
£812Delta
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for San Francisco to Nairobi flights

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

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

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport from San Francisco usually cost between £719 and £981 in November.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £793 on Delta (11 Nov–25 Nov).

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

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport is January, where tickets cost £809 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £1,242 and £1,144 respectively.

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

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 12 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from San Francisco to Nairobi

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

£439
Best time to beat the crowds (13% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (21% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from San Francisco to Nairobi

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FAQs for booking San Francisco to Nairobi flights

  • Where can I sleep while at Jomo Kenyatta Airport?

    If you are looking for somewhere you can spend the night while at the airport, there are some available, free sleeping spots close to the restaurants and cafes. However, if you want comfort and are willing to pay for accommodation, there are a number of hotels that are close to the airport. You can head over to the Hilton Garden Inn Nairobi Airport, Crowne Plaza Nairobi Airport or the Four Points by Sheraton Nairobi Airport. All these hotels are under a 10 minute drive from the airport, which is a convenient distance if you do not want to miss your flight.

  • What are my transportation options while at Jomo Kenyatta?

    One of the most important things to consider once you arrive at the airport is how you will head to the city center. You have a variety of transportation choices at your disposal. The first choice is a taxi, which you can find in the section designated for ground transportation. A taxis is a practical choice because you can agree on a price for transportation into the city. The alternative is to use a hotel shuttle, which is available at places like the Hilton Garden Inn and Crown Plaza to pick you up and drop you off. The alternative choice is to take one of the "matatus" minibuses, which are less expensive than taxis and will deliver you downtown.

  • Are there places I can eat at when at SFO?

    The airport is full of coffee and dining options. You can head over to the Briggo Coffee Haus located at Gate F3 in Terminal 3, the Green Beans Coffee close to Gate G entrances, the International Terminal and the boarding area at landside in Terminal 3. There is the Roasting Plant Coffee at Boarding Area A, the food court, landside and the International Terminal. Additionally, all the terminals have vending machines with snacks and drinks.

  • Where can I take my pet to relax and play at SFO?

    If you are looking for a place to take your furry friend in the airport, there are some pet relief areas you can take advantage of. Head over to one of the following locations: airside in the International Terminal A, close to Gate F11 airside in Terminal 3, in Courtyard 3 landside in Terminal 2, and close to gate C5-C7 airside in Terminal 1C.

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

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport was £439 for a one-way ticket and £793 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Nairobi?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

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

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

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

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

  • There are facilities in Terminal 1A at the Sheri Palm Spa and in the Turkish Airline Lounge that you may use if you're searching for a place to take a shower while at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO).
  • Utilize NBO's luggage wrapping services to guarantee that your belongings are safe and undamaged.
  • You can ask at the information desks about bag storage and lockers if you need a place to put your luggage while visiting Jomo Kenyatta.
  • There are notary services provided by the Airport Travel Agency located landside in the main hall of Terminal C at San Francisco International Airport (SFO).
  • If you want to carry out some work while at SFO, there are available work stations all over the airport which offer free phone and laptop charging.

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