Cheap flights from Sydney to Nairobi from $557

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10:05 - 06:40
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15:50 - 19:25
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44h 35m
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$1,535China Southern
Thu, 28 May - Wed, 10 Jun
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13:05 - 05:40
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47h 35m
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IndiGo Logo
06:40 - 05:10
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39h 30m
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$1,539IndiGo
Sat, 11 Apr - Mon, 4 May
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09:15 - 05:40
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27h 25m
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06:40 - 19:35
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29h 55m
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$1,549Multiple Airlines
Tue, 28 Apr - Tue, 5 May
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12:55 - 05:40
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47h 45m
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06:40 - 05:10
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39h 30m
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$1,552IndiGo
Fri, 10 Apr - Sat, 9 May
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$1,568IndiGo
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$1,579IndiGo
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$1,595IndiGo
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29h 55m
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$1,621Multiple Airlines
Fri, 21 Aug - Mon, 31 Aug
China Southern Logo
21:45 - 06:40
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$1,625China Southern
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$1,638China Southern
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China Southern flights from Sydney to Nairobi

Our best China Southern deals on Sydney to Nairobi flight tickets
China Southern
28 May
SYD10:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
27h 35m
2 stops
NBO06:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
10 June
NBO15:50Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
44h 35m
2 stops
SYD19:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,535
China Southern
13 Apr
SYD21:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
39h 55m
2 stops
NBO06:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
27 Apr
NBO13:15Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
36h 10m
1 stop
SYD08:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,625
China Southern
13 Apr
SYD21:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
39h 55m
2 stops
NBO06:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
27 Apr
NBO13:15Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
23h 10m
1 stop
SYD19:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,638

IndiGo flights from Sydney to Nairobi

Our best IndiGo deals on Sydney to Nairobi flight tickets
IndiGo
11 Apr
SYD13:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
47h 35m
2 stops
NBO05:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
4 May
NBO06:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
39h 30m
2 stops
SYD05:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,539
IndiGo
10 Apr
SYD12:55Sydney Kingsford Smith
47h 45m
2 stops
NBO05:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
9 May
NBO06:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
39h 30m
2 stops
SYD05:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,552
IndiGo
13 Apr
SYD13:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
47h 35m
2 stops
NBO05:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
27 Apr
NBO06:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
41h 05m
2 stops
SYD06:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,568

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SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 28/5

10:05-06:40

2 stops27h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 10/6

15:50-19:25

2 stops44h 35m

$1,535

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 11/4

13:05-05:40

2 stops47h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 4/5

06:40-05:10

2 stops39h 30m

$1,539
Fastest return journey

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 28/4

09:15-05:40

2 stops27h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 5/5

06:40-19:35

2 stops29h 55m

$1,549

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 10/4

12:55-05:40

2 stops47h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 9/5

06:40-05:10

2 stops39h 30m

$1,552

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 13/4

13:05-05:40

2 stops47h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 27/4

06:40-06:45

2 stops41h 05m

$1,568

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 10/4

12:55-05:40

2 stops47h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 9/5

06:40-06:45

2 stops41h 05m

$1,579

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 6/4

13:05-05:40

2 stops47h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 10/5

06:40-06:45

2 stops41h 05m

$1,595

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 21/8

09:15-05:40

2 stops27h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 31/8

06:40-19:35

2 stops29h 55m

$1,621

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 13/4

21:45-06:40

2 stops39h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 27/4

13:15-08:25

1 stop36h 10m

$1,625

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 13/4

21:45-06:40

2 stops39h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 27/4

13:15-19:25

1 stop23h 10m

$1,638

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Nairobi?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Nairobi from Sydney, with most prices found around $1,782. The month of October is another great option to travel to Nairobi, with average flight prices from Sydney averaging around $1,840.

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 $2,136 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 $1,914 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time

23h 00m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Sydney to Nairobi takes 23h 00m
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 23h 00m, 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.

Best airlines flying from Sydney to Nairobi

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IndiGoPriceFrom $865Free cancellationRating
6.8
542 reviews
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AirAsia XPriceFrom $1,082Free cancellationRating
6.4
45 reviews
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Air IndiaPriceFrom $1,242Free cancellationRating
5.5
2,969 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom $1,421Free cancellationRating
7.2
972 reviews
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China SouthernPriceFrom $1,464Free cancellationRating
7.4
142 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom $1,495Free cancellationRating
7.3
1,426 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,893Free cancellationRating
7.4
3,737 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,935Free cancellationRating
8.1
3,543 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $2,001Free cancellationRating
7.6
449 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $2,283Free cancellationRating
7.5
1,004 reviews
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