Cheap Flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Kisumu

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Kisumu flights are currently cheapest in June.

Direct flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Kisumu

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Kisumu: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Kisumu below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Kisumu.

Nairobi to Kisumu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 960
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time55 mins
Most popular airlineKenya Airways
Average flights per week192

Finding cheap flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Kisumu: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Kisumu is R 1,919. 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.
55 minutes is the average flight time from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Kisumu.
Kenya Airways, APG Distribution System and Jambojet fly direct from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Kisumu.
As of May 2025, there are 192 flights per week flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Kisumu.
The cheapest month to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Kisumu is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Kisumu Airport on Thursday, 12 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 55 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 Kisumu 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 Kisumu is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Jambojet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Kisumu.

Flying from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Kisumu Airport (KIS): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Kisumu Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 55 minutes.

  • Nairobi and Kisumu are both in the UTC+3 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.

  • Take your pick of 217 weekly Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Kisumu Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with Jambojet Limited is the earliest available. Jambojet Limited operates the last service of the day at 18:50.

  • Give yourself enough time to make your NBO to KIS flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • With direct flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Kisumu Airport available through various airlines, getting to Kisumu (and then other destinations in Kenya) is a snap. You can travel nonstop with:

  • The majority of passengers choose to fly with Fly540 on this route.

  • With 70.99% of services landing as planned, Kenya Airways is the most punctual carrier operating NBO to KIS flights.

How to find the cheapest flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Kisumu Airport (KIS)

  • R 960 is currently the best price for a one-way Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Kisumu Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 1,919. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.

  • Book six months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from NBO to KIS.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Kisumu Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from NBO to KIS is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new discounted fare appears.

  • Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Kisumu Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

  • 67.1% of flights that take off from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

  • Central Nairobi to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel close to NBO? If you've booked an early flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Kisumu Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Kisumu Airport (KIS)

  • Reserve a hotel near KIS if you're catching a late Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Kisumu Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

Getting from Kisumu Airport (KIS) to central Kisumu

  • Kisumu Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from central Kisumu. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.

When to fly to Kisumu Airport (KIS)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Kisumu Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Kisumu based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • When booking your flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Kisumu Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Kisumu, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • June sees average temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Search for cheap tickets from NBO to KIS sometime then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of Kenya

  • Nairobi is just one of the many cities in Kenya waiting to be explored after you've seen Kisumu. Around 274 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Nairobi National Park, The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Westlands Maasai Market D at the roof top.

  • If there's time to check out another corner of Kenya, head for Nakuru, roughly 145 kilometres east of Kisumu. ARTHUR GARDENS (WEDDING/EVENT GROUNDS), Upper Hill estate and Muhia's Conservation Forest are among its highlights.

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