What is the cheapest airline that flies from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Nairobi?

China Eastern and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Nairobi

Which airlines fly to Nairobi?

Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Nairobi from Sydney according to our data. Etihad Airways is the first choice among our users, with 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Nairobi. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to Nairobi on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Nairobi?

The number of operators available for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Nairobi is 11 as of March 2026.

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.

$595 Cheap Flights from Sydney to Nairobi in 2026

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Sydney and Nairobi?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,899 to $2,165. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,518.

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10:15 - 05:40

SYD

NBO

26h 25m

2 stops

06:40 - 08:15

NBO

SYD

42h 35m

2 stops

$1,518Multiple Airlines

Wed, 12 Aug - Wed, 2 Sep

10:20 - 05:40

SYD

NBO

26h 20m

2 stops

06:40 - 05:10

NBO

SYD

39h 30m

2 stops

$1,519IndiGo

Wed, 22 Apr - Wed, 29 Apr

20:30 - 06:10

SYD

NBO

40h 40m

2 stops

13:35 - 08:00

NBO

SYD

35h 25m

3 stops

$1,543China Eastern

Mon, 13 Apr - Thu, 30 Apr

12:55 - 05:40

SYD

NBO

47h 45m

2 stops

06:40 - 08:50

NBO

SYD

43h 10m

2 stops

$1,590IndiGo

Tue, 7 Apr - Tue, 14 Apr

13:05 - 05:40

SYD

NBO

47h 35m

2 stops

06:40 - 08:45

NBO

SYD

43h 05m

2 stops

$1,604IndiGo

Mon, 6 Apr - Mon, 13 Apr

14:10 - 06:40

SYD

NBO

47h 30m

2 stops

13:15 - 19:25

NBO

SYD

23h 10m

1 stop

$1,608China Southern

Mon, 20 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr

10:05 - 06:40

SYD

NBO

27h 35m

2 stops

15:50 - 19:25

NBO

SYD

44h 35m

2 stops

$1,639China Southern

Sat, 30 May - Fri, 12 Jun

21:30 - 06:10

SYD

NBO

40h 40m

2 stops

07:00 - 09:00

NBO

SYD

42h 00m

3 stops

$1,643China Eastern

Sun, 22 Mar - Tue, 31 Mar

07:05 - 05:40

SYD

NBO

29h 35m

3 stops

06:40 - 06:05

NBO

SYD

40h 25m

3 stops

$1,663Multiple Airlines

Mon, 20 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr

10:00 - 12:30

SYD

NBO

57h 30m

3 stops

13:35 - 08:00

NBO

SYD

35h 25m

3 stops

$1,674China Eastern

Thu, 13 Aug - Sat, 5 Sep

China Eastern flights from Sydney to Nairobi

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China Eastern

13 Apr

SYD20:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

40h 40m

2 stops

NBO06:10Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

30 Apr

NBO13:35Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

35h 25m

3 stops

SYD08:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,543

China Eastern

22 Mar

SYD21:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

40h 40m

2 stops

NBO06:10Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

31 Mar

NBO07:00Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

42h 00m

3 stops

SYD09:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,643

China Eastern

13 Aug

SYD10:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

57h 30m

3 stops

NBO12:30Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

5 Sept

NBO13:35Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

35h 25m

3 stops

SYD08:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,674

China Southern flights from Sydney to Nairobi

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China Southern

20 Apr

SYD14:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

47h 30m

2 stops

NBO06:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

27 Apr

NBO13:15Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

23h 10m

1 stop

SYD19:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,608

China Southern

30 May

SYD10:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 35m

2 stops

NBO06:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

12 June

NBO15:50Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

44h 35m

2 stops

SYD19:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,639

China Southern

2 May

SYD21:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

39h 45m

1 stop

NBO06:30Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

18 May

NBO13:15Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

36h 10m

1 stop

SYD08:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,677

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SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 12/8

10:15-05:40

2 stops26h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 2/9

06:40-08:15

2 stops42h 35m

$1,518

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SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 22/4

10:20-05:40

2 stops26h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 29/4

06:40-05:10

2 stops39h 30m

$1,519

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 13/4

20:30-06:10

2 stops40h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 30/4

13:35-08:00

3 stops35h 25m

$1,543

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 7/4

12:55-05:40

2 stops47h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 14/4

06:40-08:50

2 stops43h 10m

$1,590

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 6/4

13:05-05:40

2 stops47h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 13/4

06:40-08:45

2 stops43h 05m

$1,604

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 20/4

14:10-06:40

2 stops47h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 27/4

13:15-19:25

1 stop23h 10m

$1,608

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 30/5

10:05-06:40

2 stops27h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 12/6

15:50-19:25

2 stops44h 35m

$1,639

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 22/3

21:30-06:10

2 stops40h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 31/3

07:00-09:00

3 stops42h 00m

$1,643

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 20/4

07:05-05:40

3 stops29h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 27/4

06:40-06:05

3 stops40h 25m

$1,663

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 13/8

10:00-12:30

3 stops57h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 5/9

13:35-08:00

3 stops35h 25m

$1,674

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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 $1,721. The month of October is another great option to travel to Nairobi, with average flight prices from Sydney averaging around $1,808.

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 $2,097 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 $1,881 on momondo.

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The fastest flight from Sydney to Nairobi takes 22h 00m

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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 22h 00m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
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How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Nairobi?
The number of operators available for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Nairobi is 11 as of March 2026.
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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IndiGo	PriceFrom $850	Free cancellation	Rating 6.8 542 reviews	Search IndiGo flights
AirAsia X	PriceFrom $1,063	Free cancellation	Rating 6.4 45 reviews	Search AirAsia X flights
Air India	PriceFrom $1,216	Free cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,968 reviews	Search Air India flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $1,396	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 968 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
China Southern	PriceFrom $1,437	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 142 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $1,471	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,424 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,853	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,744 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,902	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,540 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $1,966	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 446 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $2,243	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,002 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights

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