Cheap flights from Sydney to Nairobi from $627

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16:40 - 12:40SYD-NBO
28h 00m1 stop
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06:40 - 18:50NBO-SYD
28h 10m3 stops
$1,654
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Wed, 15 Oct - Fri, 7 Nov
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16:40 - 12:40SYD-NBO
28h 00m1 stop
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06:40 - 09:15NBO-SYD
42h 35m3 stops
$1,656
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Wed, 15 Oct - Thu, 6 Nov
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10:15 - 13:05SYD-NBO
34h 50m2 stops
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06:40 - 18:50NBO-SYD
28h 10m3 stops
$1,666
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Wed, 15 Oct - Fri, 7 Nov
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10:15 - 13:05SYD-NBO
34h 50m2 stops
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06:40 - 09:15NBO-SYD
42h 35m3 stops
$1,668
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Wed, 15 Oct - Thu, 6 Nov
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16:35 - 06:20SYD-NBO
21h 45m1 stop
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06:40 - 18:50NBO-SYD
28h 10m3 stops
$1,671
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Sun, 9 Nov - Fri, 14 Nov
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22:00 - 07:30SYD-NBO
41h 30m2 stops
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16:30 - 20:20NBO-SYD
43h 50m2 stops
$1,858China Southern
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Mon, 27 Oct - Wed, 5 Nov
China Southern Logo
22:00 - 07:30SYD-NBO
41h 30m2 stops
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16:30 - 06:35NBO-SYD
30h 05m2 stops
$1,953China Southern
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Fri, 21 Nov - Sun, 7 Dec
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21:30 - 12:45SYD-NBO
23h 15m1 stop
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01:45 - 06:35NBO-SYD
20h 50m1 stop
$1,969Etihad Airways
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Tue, 3 Feb - Sat, 28 Feb
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16:35 - 06:20SYD-NBO
21h 45m1 stop
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01:45 - 06:35NBO-SYD
20h 50m1 stop
$1,995Etihad Airways
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Tue, 3 Feb - Sat, 28 Feb
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16:20 - 21:40SYD-NBO
37h 20m2 stops
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23:55 - 06:55NBO-SYD
47h 00m2 stops
$2,007British Airways
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Tue, 3 Feb - Sun, 1 Mar

Qatar Airways flights from Sydney to Nairobi

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Sydney to Nairobi flight tickets
Qatar Airways
14 Sept
SYD20:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
23h 55m
1 stop
NBO13:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
13 Nov
NBO01:35Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
33h 15m
1 stop
SYD18:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
Qatar Airways
14 Sept
SYD14:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
29h 50m
1 stop
NBO13:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
14 Nov
NBO08:45Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
26h 05m
1 stop
SYD18:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
Qatar Airways
14 Sept
SYD20:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
41h 25m
2 stops
NBO06:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
13 Nov
NBO01:35Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
33h 15m
1 stop
SYD18:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

China Southern flights from Sydney to Nairobi

Our best China Southern deals on Sydney to Nairobi flight tickets
China Southern
27 Oct
SYD22:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
41h 30m
2 stops
NBO07:30Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
5 Nov
NBO16:30Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
43h 50m
2 stops
SYD20:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
China Southern
21 Nov
SYD22:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
41h 30m
2 stops
NBO07:30Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
7 Dec
NBO16:30Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
30h 05m
2 stops
SYD06:35Sydney 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

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SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 15/10

16:40-12:40

1 stop28h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 7/11

06:40-18:50

3 stops28h 10m

$1,654

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 15/10

16:40-12:40

1 stop28h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 6/11

06:40-09:15

3 stops42h 35m

$1,656

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 15/10

10:15-13:05

2 stops34h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 7/11

06:40-18:50

3 stops28h 10m

$1,666

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 15/10

10:15-13:05

2 stops34h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 6/11

06:40-09:15

3 stops42h 35m

$1,668

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 9/11

16:35-06:20

1 stop21h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 14/11

06:40-18:50

3 stops28h 10m

$1,671

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 27/10

22:00-07:30

2 stops41h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 5/11

16:30-20:20

2 stops43h 50m

$1,858

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 21/11

22:00-07:30

2 stops41h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 7/12

16:30-06:35

2 stops30h 05m

$1,953

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/2

21:30-12:45

1 stop23h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 28/2

01:45-06:35

1 stop20h 50m

$1,969

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/2

16:35-06:20

1 stop21h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 28/2

01:45-06:35

1 stop20h 50m

$1,995

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/2

16:20-21:40

2 stops37h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 1/3

23:55-06:55

2 stops47h 00m

$2,007

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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 $1,710. The month of February is another great option to travel to Nairobi, with average flight prices from Sydney averaging around $1,867.

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 $2,218. 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 $2,638.

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 $2,399. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Nairobi is in the afternoon when prices are around $2,760.

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 $2,157 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 $1,820 on momondo.

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  • 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 25m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

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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 $1,046Free cancellationRating
6.4
43 reviews
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Air IndiaPriceFrom $1,305Free cancellationRating
5.5
2,930 reviews
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7.2
861 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $1,503Free cancellationRating
7.5
416 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom $1,530Free cancellationRating
7.4
1,250 reviews
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China SouthernPriceFrom $1,542Free cancellationRating
7.5
110 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,583Free cancellationRating
7.4
3,624 reviews
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IndiGoPriceFrom $1,620Free cancellationRating
6.9
484 reviews
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8.1
3,334 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $2,145Free cancellationRating
7.5
905 reviews
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