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£312 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 2/5. 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
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Cheap Flight Deals 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.

Recent return flight deals from Nairobi to New York

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Nairobi to New York.
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SAUDIA Logo
07:20 - 09:00NBO-JFK
32h 40m2 stops
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11:00 - 00:50JFK-NBO
30h 50m2 stops
£492SAUDIA
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Mon, 30 Jun - Thu, 24 Jul
SAUDIA Logo
07:20 - 09:00NBO-JFK
32h 40m2 stops
SAUDIA Logo
11:00 - 00:50JFK-NBO
30h 50m2 stops
£510SAUDIA
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Mon, 30 Jun - Tue, 29 Jul
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22:45 - 13:00NBO-JFK
21h 15m1 stop
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09:00 - 22:30JFK-NBO
30h 30m3 stops
Tue, 16 Sep - Tue, 30 Sep
Brussels Airlines Logo
22:45 - 13:00NBO-JFK
21h 15m1 stop
Brussels Airlines Logo
18:10 - 22:30JFK-NBO
21h 20m2 stops
£712Brussels Airlines
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Fri, 16 May - Sat, 31 May
Lufthansa Logo
22:45 - 11:15NBO-EWR
19h 30m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
18:55 - 20:55EWR-NBO
18h 00m1 stop
£712Lufthansa
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Mon, 15 Sep - Wed, 31 Dec
Brussels Airlines Logo
22:45 - 11:15NBO-EWR
19h 30m1 stop
Brussels Airlines Logo
18:40 - 22:30EWR-NBO
20h 50m2 stops
£720Brussels Airlines
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Tue, 16 Sep - Tue, 30 Sep
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22:45 - 13:00NBO-JFK
21h 15m1 stop
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15:45 - 22:00JFK-NBO
22h 15m1 stop
Mon, 15 Sep - Wed, 31 Dec
Delta Logo
22:25 - 11:45NBO-JFK
20h 20m1 stop
Delta Logo
16:30 - 19:55JFK-NBO
20h 25m1 stop
£726Delta
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Sun, 4 May - Sat, 10 May
Delta Logo
22:25 - 11:45NBO-JFK
20h 20m1 stop
Delta Logo
18:15 - 22:00JFK-NBO
20h 45m1 stop
£727Delta
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Sun, 4 May - Sun, 18 May
Lufthansa Logo
22:45 - 15:40NBO-EWR
23h 55m2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
17:35 - 20:55EWR-NBO
20h 20m2 stops
£943Lufthansa
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Mon, 5 May - Mon, 22 Sep

Expert advice for your flight from Nairobi to New York

 
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.
Airports
NBO

NBO offers self-service kiosks for international flights with Kenya Airways, KLM, and Saudi. Check-in desks open three hours before departure.

Read more about NBOby Daniel Scheffler
JFK

Use JFK AirTrain to avoid traffic and save money. It connects to subway and rail lines at Jamaica and Howard Beach stations.

Read more about JFKby Harriet Baskas
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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on NBO

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

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 Baskas

Harriet Baskas

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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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.

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

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York.
Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York cost £1,039 and was between Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (NBO) and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK). On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is £1,039.

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 April, where tickets cost £748 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £1,075 and £1,053 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 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at £853 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 7 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 20 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Nairobi to New York

Low season

January

High season

July

Cheapest flight

£312
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 4% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (17% more expensive 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.
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.

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 AirwaysNBO-JFKFeb 2025
Sit in the first rows rather than the back of business class.
RuthFlew with Kenya AirwaysNBO-JFKFeb 2025
Take the dreamliner and skip the stop in Europe!
KimberlyFlew with Kenya AirwaysNBO-JFKSept 2024
Bring a seat cushion pad if you can.
Verified travelerFlew with Kenya AirwaysNBO-JFKJun 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 AirwaysNBO-JFKMay 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 £417 for a one-way ticket and £658 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.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Nairobi to New York?

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

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

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

  • 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.

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Prefer to fly direct from Nairobi 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.

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