Cheap flights from Sydney to Nairobi from $916

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IndiGo Logo
14:45 - 05:40
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NBO
45h 55m
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IndiGo Logo
06:40 - 06:45
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SYD
41h 05m
2 stops
$1,896IndiGo
Sat, 5 Sep - Sat, 19 Sep
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14:45 - 05:40
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NBO
45h 55m
2 stops
IndiGo Logo
06:40 - 05:10
NBO
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SYD
39h 30m
2 stops
$1,903IndiGo
Thu, 20 Aug - Thu, 10 Sep
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20:50 - 12:30
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NBO
22h 40m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
19:00 - 16:50
NBO
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SYD
38h 50m
1 stop
$1,916Etihad Airways
Tue, 18 Aug - Tue, 15 Sep
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20:50 - 12:30
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NBO
22h 40m
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06:40 - 05:10
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39h 30m
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$1,923Multiple Airlines
Tue, 1 Sep - Tue, 8 Sep
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15:40 - 06:10
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21h 30m
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06:40 - 05:10
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39h 30m
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$1,940Multiple Airlines
Wed, 29 Jul - Sun, 9 Aug
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14:45 - 05:40
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45h 55m
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06:40 - 05:10
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$1,951IndiGo
Fri, 28 Aug - Wed, 2 Sep
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15:40 - 18:05
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06:40 - 05:10
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$1,964Multiple Airlines
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14:45 - 05:40
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45h 55m
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06:40 - 05:10
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39h 30m
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$1,968IndiGo
Fri, 31 Jul - Tue, 11 Aug
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15:40 - 06:10
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21h 30m
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13:35 - 16:50
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20h 15m
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$1,972Etihad Airways
Fri, 31 Jul - Sun, 16 Aug
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$1,977IndiGo
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IndiGo flights from Sydney to Nairobi

Our best IndiGo deals on Sydney to Nairobi flight tickets
IndiGo
5 Sept
SYD14:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
45h 55m
2 stops
NBO05:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
19 Sept
NBO06:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
41h 05m
2 stops
SYD06:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,896
IndiGo
20 Aug
SYD14:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
45h 55m
2 stops
NBO05:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
10 Sept
NBO06:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
39h 30m
2 stops
SYD05:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,903
IndiGo
28 Aug
SYD14:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
45h 55m
2 stops
NBO05:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
2 Sept
NBO06:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
39h 30m
2 stops
SYD05:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,951

Etihad Airways flights from Sydney to Nairobi

Our best Etihad Airways deals on Sydney to Nairobi flight tickets
Etihad Airways
18 Aug
SYD20:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
22h 40m
1 stop
NBO12:30Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
15 Sept
NBO19:00Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
38h 50m
1 stop
SYD16:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,916
Etihad Airways
31 July
SYD15:40Sydney Kingsford Smith
21h 30m
1 stop
NBO06:10Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
16 Aug
NBO13:35Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
20h 15m
1 stop
SYD16:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,972
Etihad Airways
1 Sept
SYD20:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
40h 20m
1 stop
NBO06:10Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
8 Sept
NBO19:00Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
38h 50m
1 stop
SYD16:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,032

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SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 5/9

14:45-05:40

2 stops45h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 19/9

06:40-06:45

2 stops41h 05m

$1,896

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 20/8

14:45-05:40

2 stops45h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 10/9

06:40-05:10

2 stops39h 30m

$1,903

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 18/8

20:50-12:30

1 stop22h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 15/9

19:00-16:50

1 stop38h 50m

$1,916

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 1/9

20:50-12:30

1 stop22h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 8/9

06:40-05:10

2 stops39h 30m

$1,923

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 29/7

15:40-06:10

1 stop21h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 9/8

06:40-05:10

2 stops39h 30m

$1,940

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 28/8

14:45-05:40

2 stops45h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 2/9

06:40-05:10

2 stops39h 30m

$1,951

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 29/7

15:40-18:05

1 stop33h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 8/8

06:40-05:10

2 stops39h 30m

$1,964

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 31/7

14:45-05:40

2 stops45h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 11/8

06:40-05:10

2 stops39h 30m

$1,968
Fastest return journey

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 31/7

15:40-06:10

1 stop21h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 16/8

13:35-16:50

1 stop20h 15m

$1,972

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 28/8

14:45-05:40

2 stops45h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 3/9

06:40-06:45

2 stops41h 05m

$1,977

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Nairobi?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Nairobi from Sydney, with most prices found around $743. The month of August is another great option to travel to Nairobi, with average flight prices from Sydney averaging around $1,010.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sydney 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 $2,205 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 $1,811 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time

22h 15m

Direct flights

Fri

Airports in Nairobi

2 airports
The fastest flight from Sydney to Nairobi takes 22h 15m
Direct flights go from Sydney to Nairobi on Friday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..
There are 2 airports in Nairobi. From Sydney there are direct flights to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO).

Frequently asked questions about flying 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 22h 15m, 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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IndiGoPriceFrom $850Free cancellationRating
6.8
570 reviews
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Air IndiaPriceFrom $1,252Free cancellationRating
5.5
2,957 reviews
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AirAsia XPriceFrom $1,384Free cancellationRating
6.4
47 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom $1,423Free cancellationRating
7.2
1,007 reviews
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China SouthernPriceFrom $1,483Free cancellationRating
7.5
153 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom $1,521Free cancellationRating
7.3
1,452 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,758Free cancellationRating
7.3
3,727 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,917Free cancellationRating
8.1
3,591 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $1,982Free cancellationRating
7.6
462 reviews
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RwandAirPriceFrom $2,072Free cancellationRating
7.8
42 reviews
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