Cheap flights from Sydney to Nairobi from $649

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16:35 - 12:45SYD-NBO
28h 10m1 stop
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14:10 - 09:15NBO-SYD
35h 05m3 stops
$1,630
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Wed, 19 Nov - Sun, 14 Dec
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10:15 - 13:05SYD-NBO
33h 50m3 stops
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06:40 - 07:20NBO-SYD
41h 40m3 stops
$1,706
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Wed, 3 Sep - Thu, 18 Sep
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11:15 - 05:40SYD-NBO
26h 25m2 stops
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07:15 - 18:50NBO-SYD
27h 35m3 stops
$1,716
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Mon, 20 Oct - Fri, 31 Oct
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20:05 - 18:35SYD-NBO
30h 30m2 stops
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14:10 - 09:15NBO-SYD
35h 05m3 stops
$1,717
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Sat, 15 Nov - Mon, 15 Dec
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20:20 - 18:35SYD-NBO
30h 15m1 stop
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20:05 - 18:50NBO-SYD
38h 45m1 stop
$1,754Air India
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Tue, 11 Nov - Fri, 5 Dec
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16:35 - 06:20SYD-NBO
21h 45m1 stop
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20:05 - 11:30NBO-SYD
55h 25m2 stops
$1,765
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Tue, 11 Nov - Fri, 5 Dec
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20:20 - 18:35SYD-NBO
30h 15m1 stop
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20:05 - 18:50NBO-SYD
38h 45m1 stop
$1,798Air India
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Sat, 15 Nov - Mon, 15 Dec
China Southern Logo
10:15 - 06:50SYD-NBO
27h 35m2 stops
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15:40 - 08:25NBO-SYD
33h 45m2 stops
$1,874China Southern
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Sat, 20 Sep - Sun, 28 Sep
China Southern Logo
22:15 - 06:50SYD-NBO
40h 35m2 stops
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15:40 - 09:25NBO-SYD
33h 45m2 stops
$1,899China Southern
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Fri, 10 Oct - Sun, 19 Oct
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10:20 - 05:40SYD-NBO
26h 20m2 stops
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06:40 - 10:10NBO-SYD
44h 30m2 stops
$1,945IndiGo
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Thu, 11 Sep - Tue, 30 Sep

China Southern flights from Sydney to Nairobi

Our best China Southern deals on Sydney to Nairobi flight tickets
China Southern
20 Sept
SYD10:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
27h 35m
2 stops
NBO06:50Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
28 Sept
NBO15:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
33h 45m
2 stops
SYD08:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
China Southern
10 Oct
SYD22:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
40h 35m
2 stops
NBO06:50Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
19 Oct
NBO15:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
33h 45m
2 stops
SYD09:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
China Southern
10 Oct
SYD22:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
40h 35m
2 stops
NBO06:50Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
19 Oct
NBO15:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
44h 45m
2 stops
SYD20:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

Qatar Airways flights from Sydney to Nairobi

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Sydney to Nairobi flight tickets
Qatar Airways
4 Sept
SYD22:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
39h 30m
2 stops
NBO06:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
6 Sept
NBO01:20Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
21h 55m
1 stop
SYD06:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
Qatar Airways
4 Sept
SYD14:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
22h 50m
1 stop
NBO06:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
6 Sept
NBO01:20Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
21h 55m
1 stop
SYD06:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
Qatar Airways
3 Sept
SYD20:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
40h 55m
1 stop
NBO06:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
17 Sept
NBO01:20Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
21h 55m
1 stop
SYD06:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

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SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 19/11

16:35-12:45

1 stop28h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 14/12

14:10-09:15

3 stops35h 05m

$1,630

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 3/9

10:15-13:05

3 stops33h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 18/9

06:40-07:20

3 stops41h 40m

$1,706

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 20/10

11:15-05:40

2 stops26h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 31/10

07:15-18:50

3 stops27h 35m

$1,716

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 15/11

20:05-18:35

2 stops30h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 15/12

14:10-09:15

3 stops35h 05m

$1,717

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/11

20:20-18:35

1 stop30h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 5/12

20:05-18:50

1 stop38h 45m

$1,754

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/11

16:35-06:20

1 stop21h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 5/12

20:05-11:30

2 stops55h 25m

$1,765

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 15/11

20:20-18:35

1 stop30h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 15/12

20:05-18:50

1 stop38h 45m

$1,798

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 20/9

10:15-06:50

2 stops27h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 28/9

15:40-08:25

2 stops33h 45m

$1,874

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 10/10

22:15-06:50

2 stops40h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 19/10

15:40-09:25

2 stops33h 45m

$1,899

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 11/9

10:20-05:40

2 stops26h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 30/9

06:40-10:10

2 stops44h 30m

$1,945

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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 Sydney, with most prices found around $1,753. The month of October is another great option to travel to Nairobi, with average flight prices from Sydney averaging around $1,847.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Nairobi?

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Nairobi. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $2,279. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from Sydney because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around $2,712.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Nairobi?

Our data shows that the cheapest Sydney to Nairobi flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Nairobi in the evening for as low as $2,465. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Nairobi is in the afternoon when prices are around $2,837.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Nairobi from Sydney when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Nairobi for around $2,196 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 Sydney for as low as $1,864 on momondo.

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There are no direct flights from Sydney to Nairobi. There are no popular flight routes from Sydney to Nairobi.
  • How far is Sydney Kingsford Smith to Nairobi by plane?

    There are 12142.5 km between Sydney Kingsford Smith and Nairobi. Flights usually cover this in 21h 45m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Nairobi?

    Prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Nairobi refresh daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Nairobi?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport 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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AirAsia XPriceFrom $1,078Free cancellationRating
6.4
43 reviews
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Air IndiaPriceFrom $1,342Free cancellationRating
5.5
2,929 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom $1,520Free cancellationRating
7.2
838 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $1,545Free cancellationRating
7.5
415 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,549Free cancellationRating
7.4
3,610 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom $1,572Free cancellationRating
7.4
1,233 reviews
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China SouthernPriceFrom $1,588Free cancellationRating
7.5
109 reviews
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IndiGoPriceFrom $1,665Free cancellationRating
6.8
480 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $2,192Free cancellationRating
7.5
898 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $2,217Free cancellationRating
8.1
3,318 reviews
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