Which airlines fly to Nairobi?

Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways and China Southern 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 40% 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.

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

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

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

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

$915 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 $2,205 to $2,872. The lowest price recently found on this route was $2,124.

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20:50 - 06:10

SYD

NBO

40h 20m

1 stop

13:35 - 06:10

NBO

SYD

33h 35m

1 stop

$2,124Etihad Airways

Tue, 4 Aug - Sun, 16 Aug

09:15 - 05:40

SYD

NBO

27h 25m

2 stops

06:40 - 19:35

NBO

SYD

29h 55m

2 stops

$2,127Multiple Airlines

Fri, 31 Jul - Sun, 16 Aug

14:45 - 05:40

SYD

NBO

45h 55m

2 stops

07:05 - 16:50

NBO

SYD

26h 45m

1 stop

$2,137Multiple Airlines

Fri, 31 Jul - Sun, 16 Aug

21:45 - 06:30

SYD

NBO

39h 45m

1 stop

13:15 - 08:25

NBO

SYD

36h 10m

1 stop

$2,141China Southern

Tue, 15 Sep - Thu, 1 Oct

14:45 - 05:40

SYD

NBO

45h 55m

2 stops

07:05 - 16:50

NBO

SYD

26h 45m

1 stop

$2,149Multiple Airlines

Thu, 30 Jul - Sun, 16 Aug

14:50 - 13:40

SYD

NBO

29h 50m

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17:00 - 06:50

NBO

SYD

29h 50m

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$2,156Qatar Airways

Tue, 29 Sep - Sun, 22 Nov

14:50 - 13:40

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NBO

29h 50m

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01:35 - 06:50

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SYD

21h 15m

1 stop

$2,157Qatar Airways

Thu, 24 Sep - Sun, 22 Nov

14:50 - 06:45

SYD

NBO

22h 55m

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08:15 - 06:30

NBO

SYD

39h 15m

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$2,159Qatar Airways

Wed, 9 Sep - Sun, 13 Sep

20:50 - 18:05

SYD

NBO

28h 15m

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06:40 - 05:10

NBO

SYD

39h 30m

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$2,160Multiple Airlines

Sat, 25 Jul - Fri, 7 Aug

20:50 - 18:05

SYD

NBO

28h 15m

1 stop

01:45 - 06:35

NBO

SYD

20h 50m

1 stop

$2,161Etihad Airways

Sat, 19 Sep - Mon, 16 Nov

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Virgin Australia flights from Sydney to Nairobi

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Virgin Australia

9 Sept

SYD14:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

29h 50m

1 stop

NBO13:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

13 Sept

NBO08:15Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

31h 05m

2 stops

SYD22:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,256

Virgin Australia

9 Sept

SYD17:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 10m

2 stops

NBO13:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

13 Sept

NBO08:15Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

29h 25m

2 stops

SYD20:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,397

Etihad Airways flights from Sydney to Nairobi

Our best Etihad Airways deals on Sydney to Nairobi flight tickets

Etihad Airways

4 Aug

SYD20:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

40h 20m

1 stop

NBO06:10Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

16 Aug

NBO13:35Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

33h 35m

1 stop

SYD06:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,124

Etihad Airways

19 Sept

SYD20:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

22h 40m

1 stop

NBO12:30Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

16 Nov

NBO01:45Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

20h 50m

1 stop

SYD06:35Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,144

Etihad Airways

19 Sept

SYD20:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

28h 15m

1 stop

NBO18:05Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

23 Nov

NBO13:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

32h 55m

1 stop

SYD06:35Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,161

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Tue 4/8

20:50-06:10

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Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

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$2,124

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09:15-05:40

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Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

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06:40-19:35

2 stops29h 55m

$2,127

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Fri 31/7

14:45-05:40

2 stops45h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 16/8

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$2,137

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Tue 15/9

21:45-06:30

1 stop39h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

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13:15-08:25

1 stop36h 10m

$2,141

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SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 30/7

14:45-05:40

2 stops45h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 16/8

07:05-16:50

1 stop26h 45m

$2,148

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SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 29/9

14:50-13:40

1 stop29h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 22/11

17:00-06:50

1 stop29h 50m

$2,156

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 24/9

14:50-13:40

1 stop29h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 22/11

01:35-06:50

1 stop21h 15m

$2,157

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 9/9

14:50-06:45

1 stop22h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 13/9

08:15-06:30

1 stop39h 15m

$2,159

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 25/7

20:50-18:05

1 stop28h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 7/8

06:40-05:10

2 stops39h 30m

$2,160

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SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 19/9

20:50-18:05

1 stop28h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 16/11

01:45-06:35

1 stop20h 50m

$2,161

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Nairobi?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Nairobi from Sydney, with most prices found around $659. The month of January is another great option to travel to Nairobi, with average flight prices from Sydney averaging around $754.

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 $2,265 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 $2,159 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	26h 20m
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The fastest flight from Sydney to Nairobi takes 26h 20m

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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 26h 20m, 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?
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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 July 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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AirAsia X	PriceFrom $742	Free cancellation	Rating 6.4 47 reviews	Search AirAsia X flights
IndiGo	PriceFrom $862	Free cancellation	Rating 6.8 575 reviews	Search IndiGo flights
Air India	PriceFrom $1,215	Free cancellation	Rating 5.6 2,958 reviews	Search Air India flights
China Southern	PriceFrom $1,515	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 158 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $1,602	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,475 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $1,788	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 1,010 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,790	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,742 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,945	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,613 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $2,100	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 463 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
RwandAir	PriceFrom $2,102	Free cancellation	Rating 7.8 42 reviews	Search RwandAir flights

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