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Cheap flights from Sydney to Nairobi from $1,604

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 26/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — NBO
25 Dec — 1 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Nairobi are usually found in January or September, booked 42 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Nairobi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) to Nairobi (NB0). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 20 December 2024.

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$1,604

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January

Average price

$2,798
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  • 26/1-3/2
  • 6 total stops
  • 78h 55m total
  • Sydney to Nairobi
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Nairobi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Nairobi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 December 2024.

Mon 30/1210:45SYD - NBO
1 stop20h 15mAirAsia X
Wed 29/100:30NBO - SYD
1 stop24h 45mAirAsia X
Deal found 19/12$2,133
Mon 30/1214:05SYD - NBO
2 stops47h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 29/100:30NBO - SYD
1 stop24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/12$2,376
Mon 30/1221:30SYD - NBO
1 stop24h 00mEtihad Airways
Thu 30/118:20NBO - SYD
1 stop40h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 19/12$3,556
Wed 25/1221:10SYD - NBO
1 stop25h 30mEmirates
Sun 5/122:45NBO - SYD
1 stop35h 50mEmirates
Deal found 19/12$4,553
Wed 25/1222:15SYD - NBO
2 stops33h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Sat 4/101:35NBO - SYD
2 stops24h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 19/12$4,920
Wed 25/1218:00SYD - NBO
2 stops38h 05mQatar Airways
Sat 4/101:35NBO - SYD
1 stop33h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 19/12$4,940
Wed 25/1206:35SYD - NBO
3 stops47h 25mKLM
Sat 4/108:20NBO - SYD
3 stops41h 20mKLM
Deal found 18/12$15,286

Find flights from Sydney to Nairobi within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney to Nairobi that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 20 December 2024.

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SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 9/1

22:00-23:00

2 stops33h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 5/2

00:30-14:10

2 stops29h 40m

$1,623

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 7/6

21:15-23:00

1 stop32h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 16/7

00:30-09:45

1 stop26h 15m

$1,641

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 26/1

10:25-18:35

1 stop40h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 10/2

20:05-18:50

1 stop38h 45m

$1,760

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 6/6

21:45-07:30

2 stops40h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 18/7

15:00-08:25

2 stops34h 25m

$2,021

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 6/6

21:05-01:50

2 stops35h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 25/6

03:35-19:10

2 stops32h 35m

$2,030

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/6

11:20-06:15

3 stops49h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 11/7

23:59-09:00

2 stops50h 01m

$2,171

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 30/4

12:00-23:50

2 stops42h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 10/6

01:20-17:10

1 stop32h 50m

$2,338

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 21/2

21:40-00:05

1 stop34h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 14/3

17:00-18:50

1 stop41h 50m

$2,418

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 25/1

15:55-05:40

2 stops45h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 4/2

06:40-07:25

2 stops40h 45m

$2,420

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 25/1

21:30-13:30

1 stop24h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 4/2

18:20-18:35

1 stop40h 15m

$2,492

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Nairobi

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Travel insights for flights from Sydney to Nairobi

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Sydney to Nairobi including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Nairobi?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2024.

Booking 42 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sydney to Nairobi. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Nairobi?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Nairobi (average of $1,127). Flying from Sydney to Nairobi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,934). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SYD to NBO?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney to Nairobi. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 December 2024.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 13% on flights from Sydney to Nairobi by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sydney to Nairobi?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to Nairobi flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Nairobi by month

Plan your trip to Nairobi by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Nairobi ranges from 10.0 - 160.0 inches per month. April is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 160.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Nairobi when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Nairobi by month

Plan your trip to Nairobi by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Nairobi, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 17.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Nairobi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nairobi. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Nairobi. Reviews last updated 20 December 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sydney to Nairobi, such as AirAsia X, Qatar Airways and Emirates. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,405 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,405 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,405 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
458 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,405 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,788 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,405 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,208 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,405 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,897 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,405 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to Nairobi. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to Nairobi?

    Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD), located 7.5 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Sydney to Nairobi. 9 airlines have flights from Kingsford Smith to Nairobi on a regular basis. Booking flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Nairobi should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Nairobi per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Nairobi round-trip?

    Flying on Air India is currently your cheapest option to Nairobi, with prices starting at $1,760. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Turkish Airlines and AirAsia X, with the lowest prices starting at $2,109 and $2,133, respectively. These flights start at 33% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Sydney to Nairobi?

    Sydney to Nairobi flights have a stopover in Dubai most often.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Dubai?

    If you're on a stopover in Dubai and looking for things to do, consider visiting Dubai Mall, Gold Souq, or Burj Khalifa. Those on a stopover in Dubai interested in visiting Dubai Mall, Gold Souq, or Burj Khalifa can do so by traveling 10.5 km, 6.8 km, and 11.0 km, respectively from Dubai Intl. Those landing in Dubai looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about $49 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Sydney to Nairobi flights?

    Of the flights from Sydney to Nairobi that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in New Delhi.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Nairobi that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to Nairobi flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Nairobi?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to Nairobi.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to Nairobi?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to Nairobi by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Nairobi?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Nairobi (average of $1,127). Flying from Sydney to Nairobi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,934). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Sydney to Nairobi. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 20 December 2024.
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AirAsia XCheapest$1,041Average$1,975FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,348Average$1,633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,505Average$2,108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,554Average$1,827FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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IndiGoCheapest$1,563Average$1,844FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,872Average$2,546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,886Average$2,342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,908Average$2,886FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,998Average$3,067FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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