Which airlines fly to Nairobi?

Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Nairobi from Australia according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 49% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Nairobi. Keep in mind that there are 12 different airlines that fly to Nairobi on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Nairobi?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Australia, such as Perth or Sydney, and flying into Nairobi, then you can expect flight times to average 16h 10m and 21h 30m, respectively.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Australia to Nairobi?

IndiGo, Etihad Airways, and China Southern are the most popular carriers operating from Australia to Nairobi

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Australia to Nairobi?

Prices for flights from Australia to Nairobi are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Australia to Nairobi?

As of August 2026, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights from Australia to Nairobi.

How old do you have to be to fly from Australia to Nairobi?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Australia to Nairobi.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nairobi?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Nairobi can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Nairobi. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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15:55 - 05:40MEL Melbourne-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

44h 45m2 stops Singapore Changi Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

06:40 - 06:15NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MEL Melbourne

39h 35m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Singapore Changi

$1,768IndiGo

Thu, 1 Oct - Wed, 25 Nov

13:25 - 05:40MEL Melbourne-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

47h 15m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

06:40 - 09:25NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MEL Melbourne

43h 45m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

$1,799IndiGo

Thu, 10 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep

15:55 - 05:40MEL Melbourne-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

44h 45m2 stops Singapore Changi Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

07:15 - 17:00NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MEL Melbourne

25h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$1,800Multiple Airlines

Thu, 1 Oct - Wed, 25 Nov

22:00 - 20:10ADL Adelaide-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

28h 40m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Kigali Intl

08:15 - 15:00NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-ADL Adelaide

24h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,871Qatar Airways

Sun, 13 Sep - Sat, 19 Sep

12:30 - 05:40PER Perth-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

22h 10m2 stops Singapore Changi Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

15:50 - 21:55NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-PER Perth

25h 05m2 stops Changsha Huanghua Intl Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,884Multiple Airlines

Sat, 19 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep

10:20 - 06:30MEL Melbourne-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

27h 10m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

13:15 - 08:40NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MEL Melbourne

36h 25m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,930China Southern

Wed, 2 Sep - Sat, 19 Sep

10:20 - 06:30MEL Melbourne-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

27h 10m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

13:15 - 08:40NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MEL Melbourne

36h 25m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,980China Southern

Mon, 7 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep

16:50 - 12:30SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

27h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

19:15 - 06:30NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 15m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$2,008Etihad Airways

Wed, 2 Dec - Mon, 15 Feb

16:50 - 12:30SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

27h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

19:15 - 06:30NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 15m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$2,012Etihad Airways

Wed, 2 Dec - Mon, 15 Feb

16:10 - 06:45MEL Melbourne-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

21h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

17:00 - 23:20NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MEL Melbourne

22h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$2,097Qatar Airways

Thu, 1 Oct - Wed, 25 Nov

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15:55 - 05:40MEL Melbourne-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

44h 45m2 stops Singapore Changi Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

06:40 - 08:50NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MEL Melbourne

43h 10m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Singapore Changi

$1,980IndiGo

Wed, 19 Aug - Wed, 26 Aug

12:00 - 05:40MEL Melbourne-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

24h 40m2 stops Singapore Changi Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

06:40 - 08:50NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MEL Melbourne

43h 10m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Singapore Changi

$2,022IndiGo

Mon, 17 Aug - Fri, 4 Sep

12:00 - 05:40MEL Melbourne-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

24h 40m2 stops Singapore Changi Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

18:00 - 22:05NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MEL Melbourne

21h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$2,090Multiple Airlines

Mon, 17 Aug - Fri, 4 Sep

15:55 - 05:40MEL Melbourne-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

44h 45m2 stops Singapore Changi Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

18:00 - 22:05NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MEL Melbourne

21h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$2,231Multiple Airlines

Wed, 19 Aug - Wed, 26 Aug

20:45 - 13:40SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

23h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

06:40 - 07:10NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

41h 30m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Singapore Changi

$2,233Multiple Airlines

Tue, 18 Aug - Mon, 24 Aug

22:45 - 23:50MEL Melbourne-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

32h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

18:00 - 22:05NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MEL Melbourne

21h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$2,397Qatar Airways

Wed, 19 Aug - Wed, 26 Aug

22:45 - 13:40MEL Melbourne-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

21h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

18:00 - 22:05NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MEL Melbourne

21h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$2,435Qatar Airways

Mon, 17 Aug - Fri, 4 Sep

22:45 - 13:40PER Perth-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

19h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

18:00 - 18:35NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-PER Perth

19h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$2,519Qatar Airways

Sun, 16 Aug - Wed, 26 Aug

22:20 - 14:30PER Perth-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

21h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl

16:35 - 00:40NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-PER Perth

27h 05m2 stops Dubai Intl Singapore Changi

$2,596Emirates

Sun, 16 Aug - Wed, 26 Aug

22:20 - 14:30PER Perth-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

21h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl

16:35 - 00:40NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-PER Perth

27h 05m2 stops Dubai Intl Singapore Changi

$2,764Emirates

Sun, 16 Aug - Wed, 26 Aug

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China Southern flights from Australia to Nairobi

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China Southern

24 Aug

MEL10:20Melbourne

27h 10m

1 stop

NBO06:30Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

10 Sept

NBO13:15Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

36h 25m

1 stop

MEL08:40Melbourne

$1,768

China Southern

2 Sept

MEL10:20Melbourne

27h 10m

1 stop

NBO06:30Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

19 Sept

NBO13:15Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

36h 25m

1 stop

MEL08:40Melbourne

$1,930

China Southern

3 Sept

MEL10:20Melbourne

27h 20m

2 stops

NBO06:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

9 Sept

NBO15:50Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

44h 30m

2 stops

MEL19:20Melbourne

$1,980

IndiGo flights from Australia to Nairobi

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IndiGo

1 Oct

MEL15:55Melbourne

44h 45m

2 stops

NBO05:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

25 Nov

NBO06:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

39h 35m

2 stops

MEL06:15Melbourne

$1,768

IndiGo

10 Sept

MEL13:25Melbourne

47h 15m

2 stops

NBO05:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

17 Sept

NBO06:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

43h 45m

2 stops

MEL09:25Melbourne

$1,799

IndiGo

27 Aug

MEL15:55Melbourne

44h 45m

2 stops

NBO05:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

9 Sept

NBO06:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

43h 10m

2 stops

MEL08:50Melbourne

$1,821

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MelbourneNairobi

MEL Melbourne - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

MELNBO

Melbourne

Thu 1/10

15:55-05:40

2 stops44h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 25/11

06:40-06:15

2 stops39h 35m

$1,768

MelbourneNairobi

MEL Melbourne - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

MELNBO

Melbourne

Thu 10/9

13:25-05:40

2 stops47h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 17/9

06:40-09:25

2 stops43h 45m

$1,799

MelbourneNairobi

MEL Melbourne - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

MELNBO

Melbourne

Thu 1/10

15:55-05:40

2 stops44h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 25/11

07:15-17:00

1 stop25h 45m

$1,800

AdelaideNairobi

ADL Adelaide - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

ADLNBO

Adelaide

Sun 13/9

22:00-20:10

2 stops28h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 19/9

08:15-15:00

1 stop24h 15m

$1,871

PerthNairobi

PER Perth - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

PERNBO

Perth

Sat 19/9

12:30-05:40

2 stops22h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 20/9

15:50-21:55

2 stops25h 05m

$1,884

MelbourneNairobi

MEL Melbourne - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

MELNBO

Melbourne

Wed 2/9

10:20-06:30

1 stop27h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 19/9

13:15-08:40

1 stop36h 25m

$1,930

MelbourneNairobi

MEL Melbourne - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

MELNBO

Melbourne

Mon 7/9

10:20-06:30

1 stop27h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 21/9

13:15-08:40

1 stop36h 25m

$1,980

SydneyNairobi

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 2/12

16:50-12:30

1 stop27h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 15/2

19:15-06:30

1 stop27h 15m

$2,008

SydneyNairobi

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 2/12

16:50-12:30

1 stop27h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 15/2

19:15-06:30

1 stop27h 15m

$2,012

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MelbourneNairobi

MEL Melbourne - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

MELNBO

Melbourne

Thu 1/10

16:10-06:45

1 stop21h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 25/11

17:00-23:20

1 stop22h 20m

$2,097

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Nairobi?

The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Nairobi from Australia, with most prices found around $2,107. The month of February is another great option to travel to Nairobi, with average flight prices from Australia averaging around $2,118.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Nairobi?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Nairobi from Australia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Nairobi for around $2,247 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Nairobi from Australia for as low as $1,978 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	16h 10m
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Airports in Nairobi	2 airports

The fastest flight from Australia to Nairobi takes 16h 10m

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There are 2 airports in Nairobi. From Australia there are direct flights to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Australia to Nairobi?
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As of August 2026, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights from Australia to Nairobi.
How old do you have to be to fly from Australia to Nairobi?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Australia to Nairobi.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nairobi?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Nairobi can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Nairobi. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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IndiGo	PriceFrom $847	Free cancellation	Rating 6.8 583 reviews	Search IndiGo flights
RwandAir	PriceFrom $1,158	Free cancellation	Rating 7.8 42 reviews	Search RwandAir flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $1,281	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 470 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
China Southern	PriceFrom $1,497	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 175 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $1,537	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,505 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,568	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,655 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $1,668	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 1,027 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,769	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,738 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
South African	PriceFrom $1,850	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 63 reviews	Search South African flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $2,144	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,083 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights

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