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      Flight deals from New York John F. Kennedy to Nairobi

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Nairobi? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 11,149. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Nairobi.R 5,513 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,513, select.
      Nairobi.R 5,714 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,714, select.
      Nairobi.R 6,579 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Nov.One-way flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,579, select.
      Nairobi.R 6,816 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Oct.One-way flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,816, select.
      Nairobi.R 8,405 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 Jan.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 10 Jan, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,405, select.
      Nairobi.R 8,509 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,509, select.
      Nairobi.R 8,854 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,854, select.
      Nairobi.R 8,888 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Feb.One-way flight with Brussels Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 7 Feb, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,888, select.
      Nairobi.R 8,929 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 May.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 5 May, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,929, select.
      Nairobi.R 9,482 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Nov.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,482, select.
      Nairobi.R 9,770 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Jun.One-way flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 30 Jun, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,770, select.
      Nairobi.R 9,820 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Aug.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound direct flight with KLM departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,820, select.
      Nairobi.R 9,863 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Oct.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,863, select.
      Nairobi.R 10,035 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound direct flight with KLM departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,035, select.
      Nairobi.R 10,119 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Dec.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound direct flight with Kenya Airways departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,119, select.
      Nairobi.R 10,326 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 Jan.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound direct flight with KLM departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 10 Jan, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,326, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Nairobi

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York John F. Kennedy to Nairobi flights are currently cheapest in September.
      Aug
      from R 5,714
      Sep
      from R 5,513
      Oct
      from R 6,816
      Nov
      from R 6,579
      Dec
      from R 8,854
      Jan
      from R 8,405
      Feb
      from R 8,888
      Mar
      from R 8,509
      Apr
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      May
      from R 8,929
      Jun
      from R 9,770
      Jul
      from R 10,336

      Direct flights from New York John F. Kennedy to Nairobi

      Delta
      Kenya Airways

      Alternative New York John F. Kennedy to Nairobi routes

      Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from New York John F. Kennedy to Nairobi? You could fly into the following airports instead.

      Nairobi Wilson

      3km from central Nairobi
      Closest
      from R 11,963
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      Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta

      13km from central Nairobi
      Cheapest
      from R 5,513
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      New York to Nairobi: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundR 5,513
      Cheapest month to flySeptember
      Average flight time13 hrs, 40 mins
      Most popular airlineKenya Airways
      Average flights per week14

      Finding cheap flights from New York John F. Kennedy to Nairobi: Frequently asked questions

      There are 2 airports in Nairobi: Nairobi Wilson and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.
      The best price we found for a return flight from New York John F. Kennedy to Nairobi is R 11,149. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
      13 hours and 40 minutes is the average flight time from New York John F. Kennedy to Nairobi.
      Kenya Airways and Delta fly direct from New York John F. Kennedy to Nairobi.
      As of August 2026, there are 14 flights per week flying from New York John F. Kennedy to Nairobi.
      The cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Nairobi is usually September.
      If you're flying from New York John F. Kennedy Airport, the cheapest airport near Nairobi is Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta – which is 13.2 km away from the centre of Nairobi. We've found flights into this airport from R 11,149.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Nairobi on Sunday, 20 September 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 40 minutes.
      We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Nairobi but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

      We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Nairobi is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      In August, the average temperature is usually around 19°C. April is typically the warmest month in Nairobi, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is June, with temperatures averaging 13°C. The rainiest month is April.
      Currently, Etihad Airways and Kenya Airways offer the cheapest flight tickets to Nairobi.

      Flying from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Nairobi: what you need to know

      • Book a direct flight from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Nairobi and you'll be travelling for an average of 15 hours.

      • New York John F. Kennedy International Airport is located in New York. Based in the UTC+3 timezone, Nairobi is eight hours ahead of New York.

      • The most popular route is from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). You can choose from six weekly services between these two airports. Kenya Airways offers a 12:45 departure between JFK and NBO.

      • Give yourself plenty of time to make your JFK to Nairobi flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

      • Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

      • Begin your trip at JFK and travel nonstop to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Nairobi tickets.

      • Kenya Airways is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Nairobi.

      • We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from JFK to Nairobi with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:

        • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

        • Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)

        • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

      • Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of New York, JFK can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.

      • Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near JFK. Whether you're catching an early flight from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Nairobi or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are worth a look:

      • When it comes to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport's on-time performance, 73% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

      • You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.

      How to find the cheapest flights from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Nairobi

      • R 5,513 is currently the lowest price for a one-way New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Nairobi flight. Return plane tickets start from R 11,149. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.

      • Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from JFK to Nairobi. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.

      • The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Nairobi across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.

      • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's an even better deal on cheap flights from JFK to Nairobi.

      • Find a cheap flight from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Nairobi with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

      Airports in Nairobi

      Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

      • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is around 18 kilometres from the centre of Nairobi. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 30 minutes.

      • It'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes when travelling by public transport.

      • If you're coming in on a late flight from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Nairobi, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near NBO:

      • Reserving your ride from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport about three weeks before your flight from JFK to Nairobi can help you lock in the best possible rate.

      Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)

      • After your flight from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Nairobi has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Nairobi is roughly 10 kilometres from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL).

      • If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 35 minutes.

      • Following your JFK to Nairobi flight, settle in at a hotel close to WIL. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:

      • Typically, the earlier you book, the more you save and the better your options. Lock in your ride from WIL the moment you know your dates.

      Best time to go to Nairobi

      • December is the quietest month for flights from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Nairobi, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Nairobi based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

      • Before locking in your New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Nairobi plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. February is the warmest month in Nairobi, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

      • Search for cheap tickets from JFK to Nairobi in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.

      More about Nairobi

      • Once you've booked your flight from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport to Nairobi, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Nairobi:

      • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, Masai Mara National Reserve and Giraffe manor are popular attractions which should feature on every Nairobi itinerary.

      Explore more of Kenya

      • Mombasa is just one of the many cities in Kenya waiting to be explored after you've experienced Nairobi. Around 434 kilometres away to the southeast, popular attractions include Mombasa Marine National Park, Fort Jesus and Mombasa Beach.

      • If you're interested in discovering another corner of Kenya, head for Nakuru, roughly 145 kilometres northwest of Nairobi. Nakuru National Park, Lake Nakuru and Lake Nakuru View are among the biggest draws.

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