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Cheap flights from Sydney to Nairobi from $578

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 30/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — NBO
7 Apr — 14 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Nairobi are usually found in February or January, booked 24 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 2 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,263

One-way from

$578

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,748
24/5-30/5
  • 24/5-30/5
  • 5 total stops
  • 69h 15m total
  • Sydney to Nairobi
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AirAsia X
  • AirAsia X
  • 30/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 45m total
  • Sydney to Nairobi
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($201 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($60 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 2 April 2025.

Sat 24/512:50SYD - NBO
3 stops41h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 30/500:30NBO - SYD
2 stops28h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/4$1,263
Tue 3/621:15SYD - NBO
1 stop32h 45mAirAsia X
Mon 16/600:30NBO - SYD
1 stop24h 20mAirAsia X
Deal found 1/4$1,349
Tue 3/619:30SYD - NBO
1 stop30h 05mAir India
Wed 25/620:05NBO - SYD
1 stop38h 55mAir India
Deal found 1/4$1,562
Sat 24/510:20SYD - NBO
2 stops26h 20mIndiGo
Sat 31/506:40NBO - SYD
2 stops41h 00mIndiGo
Deal found 1/4$1,849
Tue 3/610:05SYD - NBO
2 stops27h 45mChina Southern
Wed 25/615:40NBO - SYD
2 stops33h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 1/4$1,929
Sat 24/521:30SYD - NBO
1 stop22h 10mEtihad Airways
Sat 31/518:20NBO - SYD
1 stop40h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 1/4$2,186
Tue 6/507:00SYD - NBO
2 stops30h 40mQatar Airways
Wed 21/501:20NBO - SYD
1 stop32h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/4$2,309
Tue 2/914:50SYD - NBO
1 stop22h 50mVirgin Australia
Tue 30/901:20NBO - SYD
1 stop21h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 1/4$2,619

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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 2 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sydney to Nairobi that are best for you.

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SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 24/5

12:50-23:00

3 stops41h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 30/5

00:30-11:35

2 stops28h 05m

$1,263

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/6

21:15-23:00

1 stop32h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 16/6

00:30-07:50

1 stop24h 20m

$1,349

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/6

19:30-18:35

1 stop30h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 25/6

20:05-18:00

1 stop38h 55m

$1,562

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 24/5

10:20-05:40

2 stops26h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 31/5

06:40-06:40

2 stops41h 00m

$1,849

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/6

10:05-06:50

2 stops27h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 25/6

15:40-08:25

2 stops33h 45m

$1,929

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 24/5

21:30-12:40

1 stop22h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 31/5

18:20-18:00

1 stop40h 40m

$2,186

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 6/5

07:00-06:40

2 stops30h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 21/5

01:20-17:10

1 stop32h 50m

$2,309

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 2/9

14:50-06:40

1 stop22h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 30/9

01:20-06:15

1 stop21h 55m

$2,619

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 30/4

06:00-20:00

1 stop21h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 11/6

22:45-06:05

1 stop24h 20m

$2,892

SydneyNairobi

SYD - NBO

SYDNBO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 15/8

06:00-20:00

1 stop21h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 20/8

16:35-22:05

1 stop22h 30m

$2,980

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Nairobi

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Nairobi

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 28 March 2025.

Booking 24 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 $1,888). 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 2 April 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 14% 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 2 April 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sydney to Nairobi, such as Emirates, Qantas Airways and China Southern. 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
8.0
Very Good
3,193 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,193 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,193 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
815 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,193 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
China Southern
7.5
Good
94 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,193 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
396 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,193 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,540 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,193 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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 AirAsia X is currently your cheapest option to Nairobi, with prices starting at $1,349. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air India and IndiGo, with the lowest prices starting at $1,562 and $1,849, respectively. These flights start at 44% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to Nairobi one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for AirAsia X. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $578. Users have also found prices from $1,627 and $1,689 on Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways, respectively.

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

    Sydney to Nairobi flights have a stopover in Dubai most often. Kuala Lumpur sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Sydney to Nairobi.

  • 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 $34 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Kuala Lumpur?

    Petronas Towers, Berjaya Times Square, and National Mosque of Malaysia are the most popular attractions in Kuala Lumpur if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Petronas Towers, Berjaya Times Square and National Mosque of Malaysia are located about 46.6 km, 44.9 km, and 44.8 km, respectively from Kuala Lumpur Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Travellers can book a car hire at Kuala Lumpur Intl for about $56 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • 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 $1,888). 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 2 April 2025.
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AirAsia XCheapest$1,104Average$1,804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,361Average$1,533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,533Average$2,273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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IndiGoCheapest$1,543Average$1,975FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,549Average$2,066FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,726Average$2,312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,806Average$2,455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,841Average$2,991FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$2,043Average$2,997FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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