S$579 Cheap Flights from New York to Nairobi

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Cheap Flights from New York to Nairobi (JFK-NBO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at S$579 for one-way flights and S$1,195 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

United
Sun, 21 Sep - Sat, 4 Oct
JFK
New York
NBO
Nairobi
S$1,195 Return, found 19 hours ago
S$1,195
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Select United flight, departing Sun, 21 Sep from New York to Nairobi, returning Sat, 4 Oct, priced at S$1,195 found 19 hours ago
Air Canada
Sun, 21 Sep - Sat, 4 Oct
JFK
New York
NBO
Nairobi
S$1,203 Return, found 19 hours ago
S$1,203
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Select Air Canada flight, departing Sun, 21 Sep from New York to Nairobi, returning Sat, 4 Oct, priced at S$1,203 found 19 hours ago
Delta
Sun, 21 Sep - Sat, 4 Oct
JFK
New York
NBO
Nairobi
S$1,205 Return, found 19 hours ago
S$1,205
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Select Delta flight, departing Sun, 21 Sep from New York to Nairobi, returning Sat, 4 Oct, priced at S$1,205 found 19 hours ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Sun, 21 Sep - Sat, 4 Oct
JFK
New York
NBO
Nairobi
S$1,220 Return, found 19 hours ago
S$1,220
Return
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Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Sun, 21 Sep from New York to Nairobi, returning Sat, 4 Oct, priced at S$1,220 found 19 hours ago
EGYPTAIR
Sun, 21 Sep - Sat, 4 Oct
JFK
New York
NBO
Nairobi
S$1,241 Return, found 19 hours ago
S$1,241
Return
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Select EGYPTAIR flight, departing Sun, 21 Sep from New York to Nairobi, returning Sat, 4 Oct, priced at S$1,241 found 19 hours ago
Etihad Airways
Sun, 21 Sep - Sat, 4 Oct
JFK
New York
NBO
Nairobi
S$1,247 Return, found 19 hours ago
S$1,247
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Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Sun, 21 Sep from New York to Nairobi, returning Sat, 4 Oct, priced at S$1,247 found 19 hours ago
Air France
Sun, 21 Sep - Sat, 4 Oct
JFK
New York
NBO
Nairobi
S$1,272 Return, found 19 hours ago
S$1,272
Return
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Select Air France flight, departing Sun, 21 Sep from New York to Nairobi, returning Sat, 4 Oct, priced at S$1,272 found 19 hours ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Sun, 21 Sep - Sat, 4 Oct
JFK
New York
NBO
Nairobi
S$1,295 Return, found 19 hours ago
S$1,295
Return
found 19 hours ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Sun, 21 Sep from New York to Nairobi, returning Sat, 4 Oct, priced at S$1,295 found 19 hours ago
Kenya Airways
Sun, 30 Nov - Sat, 6 Dec
JFK
New York
NBO
Nairobi
S$1,303 Return, found 19 hours ago
S$1,303
Return
found 19 hours ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Sun, 30 Nov from New York to Nairobi, returning Sat, 6 Dec, priced at S$1,303 found 19 hours ago
American Airlines
Sun, 21 Sep - Sat, 4 Oct
JFK
New York
NBO
Nairobi
S$1,335 Return, found 19 hours ago
S$1,335
Return
found 19 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, 21 Sep from New York to Nairobi, returning Sat, 4 Oct, priced at S$1,335 found 19 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York (JFK) to Nairobi (NBO)

October is typically the cheapest month to fly

From S$1,003 - S$1,373 per traveller.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

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New York to Nairobi route information
Origin airport
John F. Kennedy Intl.
Destination airport
Jomo Kenyatta Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air France, American Airlines, British Airways, Delta, EGYPTAIR, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, KLM, Kenya Airways, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Rwandair, Saudia, Swiss International Air Lines, Turkish Airlines, United
Return price
S$1,194
Distance
11768 km

Flights from New York to Nairobi

There are several airlines that operate frequent flights from New York (JFK) to Nairobi (NBO) including

The earliest flight leaves John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport at 00:40 and arrives at Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport at 00:20. The last flight of the day departs New York at 23:55 and arrives at Nairobi at 23:50.

The flight distance from New York to Nairobi is about 12649 km, the shortest flight is 15 hours 30 minutes with Virgin Atlantic.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from JFK Airport to Nairobi Airport?
If you're travelling from JFK to NBO, round-trip journeys start from S$1,195. This price is based on fares advertised within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, so don't let a good deal pass you by. Book today and save yourself money and time. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO)?
This can vary between air carriers, as each one has its own set of terms and conditions. Head to the Customer Service Portal, where you'll find simple instructions on how to cancel online.
How do I find cheap flights from JFK to Nairobi Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for JFK to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from JFK to NBO?
The distance is around 11,900 kilometres. Travel pillow? Check. Spare socks? Check. You'd be wise to pack all the travel comforts for this long-haul Jamaica to Nairobi flight.
Which airlines fly direct from JFK Airport to Nairobi Airport?
Check out Kenya Airways (KQ) if you want to fly directly from JFK to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO). This airline offers 13 flights every month, so you're sure to find one that fits your travel plans.
Are John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to NBO flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Booking last minute from JFK to NBO can be hit-or-miss. You may be able to score a bargain, but you could also miss out entirely! If you'd prefer to start your travel planning ahead of time, Expedia compares flight deals up to 12 months in advance. Just keep in mind that not all airlines advertise their prices that far in advance. Our advice? Check back often as updates are made frequently.

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