Price observed over the last 3 months for a round trip.
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The cheapest flights right now
New York – Nairobi
Outbound – Aug 23, 2026
direct
14h 0m Return – Sep 6, 2026
direct
15h 0m $1,213
3 days ago
New York – Nairobi
Outbound – Aug 23, 2026
direct
14h 0m Return – Sep 6, 2026
1 stop
20h 35m AUH
$1,205
3 days ago
New York – Nairobi
Outbound – Aug 23, 2026
1 stop
19h 20m AUH
Return – Sep 6, 2026
1 stop
20h 35m AUH
$868
3 days ago
* Prices are in USD per passenger, including taxes, for a round trip. Prices are based on searches carried out within the last 72 hours. Please note that availability and ticket prices are subject to change and should not be considered as the final price quoted.
Cheapest flight tickets
$1473
Average price of a round trip
$1473
Average flight ticket price recorded over the last 3 months for a round trip.
Flight duration
46h5
A flight from New York to Nairobi takes on average 46h5.
Best time
August
According to user searches, the ideal month to go to Nairobi is August.
Tips for finding a cheap flight from New York to Nairobi
Check out our tips for booking your flight to Nairobi (Kenya) from New York (USA) at the cheapest possible price.
Usually, the cheapest month to pick up a ticket on this route is October, with an average flight ticket price of $891 (calculation over the last two years). The most touristic season corresponds to the months of October, February and November.
For the cheapest flights, it is advisable to buy your ticket at least 62 days before the departure date.
The airline offering the cheapest flight tickets is IndiGo. A ticket from the airline IndiGo to Nairobi costs on average $1473.
The airlines that offer the most flights are .
Price of flight tickets from New York to Nairobi
Here is some information and tips to know before booking your flight:
- Flight ticket prices range from $1473 to $1473
- The average price of a flight ticket is about $1473
- Prices are lowest for stays in the month of October
- The month in which booking a ticket is cheaper is: June
info departure city :
New York, USA
airports :
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
West 30th St. Heliport (JRA)
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Skyports Spb. (QNY)
East 34th St. Heliport (TSS)
Downtown Manhattan Heliport (JRB)
Teterboro Airport (TEB)
local time :
New York is a city in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In New York, it is currently {fromLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 23°C, with a minimum of 16°C and a maximum of 31°C.
The city of New York (NYC) has 7 airport(s): John F. Kennedy, West 30th St. Heliport, LaGuardia, Skyports Spb., East 34th St. Heliport, Downtown Manhattan Heliport and Teterboro
destination info :
Nairobi, Kenya
airports :
Jomo Kenyatta Internatonal International Airport (NBO)
Wilson Airport (WIL)
local time :
Nairobi is in the country Kenya, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Nairobi, it is currently {toLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 18°C, with a minimum of 13°C and a maximum of 26°C.
The city of Nairobi has 2 airport(s): Jomo Kenyatta Internatonal and Wilson
Useful info about Nairobi
What is the least touristic period to go to Nairobi?
If you want to visit Nairobi during the least touristic period, choose the month of August.
What is the most popular time to travel to Nairobi?
In Nairobi, the most popular month is October. It is during this period that the prices offered by airlines are also the highest.
When should I book my flight from New York to Nairobi?
According to our data, it is recommended to book your flight 62 days before your departure. If you book your flight ticket 9 weeks before your departure, you may find a price below average. The cheapest day to book a flight from New York to Nairobi is Monday.
What are the arrival and destination airports when traveling between New York and Nairobi?
When you leave, you can leave from John F. Kennedy, and you will arrive at Jomo Kenyatta Internatonal.
How to reach New York airport from the city centre?
The airport John F. Kennedy is located 24 km, West 30th St. Heliport is located 4 km, LaGuardia is located 15 km, Skyports Spb. is located 4 km, East 34th St. Heliport is located 5 km, Downtown Manhattan Heliport is located 1 km or Teterboro is located 15 km from the city centre. You can access it by using public transportation, taking a taxi, or renting a car.
Are there other means of transportation to go from New York to Nairobi?
Airplane is the only means of transportation listed on Liligo for this journey.
Are there big differences in weather between New York and Nairobi?
In summer, the average temperature is 18°C in Nairobi and 24°C in New York. The average rainfall in summer is 22 mm in Nairobi and 132 mm in New York. In summer, it is warmer in New York and it rains less in Nairobi. In winter, it is colder in Nairobi and it rains more in New York.