How long is the flight from California to Kenya?

The flight from California to Kenya depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from San Francisco (a popular airport in California) to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Kenya), then the flight time is 20h on average. If you fly from San Diego (another popular airport in California) to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 21h.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Kenya?

Turkish Airlines, Air France, and KLM are the most popular carriers operating from California to Kenya

What airlines fly to Kenya?

Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Kenya from California according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 29% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Kenya. Keep in mind that there are 18 different airlines that fly to Kenya on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Kenya?

Prices for flights from California to Kenya refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Kenya?

The number of operators available for flights from California to Kenya is 18 as of September 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Kenya?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Kenya.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kenya?

The required travel and health documents for your Kenya trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Kenya. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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7:50 pm - 3:05 amSFO-NBO

21h 15m1 stop

4:50 am - 11:05 amNBO-SFO

41h 15m1 stop

$867Turkish Airlines

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Wed, Oct 29 - Tue, Nov 11

6:50 pm - 3:05 amSFO-NBO

21h 15m1 stop

4:50 am - 4:45 pmNBO-SFO

22h 55m1 stop

$885Turkish Airlines

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Tue, Dec 9 - Thu, Jan 15

2:40 pm - 9:40 pmSFO-NBO

20h 00m1 stop

11:55 pm - 12:40 pmNBO-SFO

23h 45m1 stop

$890Brussels Airlines

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Tue, Feb 10 - Tue, Feb 17

3:55 pm - 11:50 pmSFO-NBO

21h 55m1 stop

1:35 am - 1:40 pmNBO-SFO

22h 05m1 stop

$892Qatar Airways

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Wed, Oct 15 - Wed, Oct 29

2:40 pm - 10:00 pmSFO-NBO

20h 20m1 stop

11:55 pm - 12:40 pmNBO-SFO

23h 45m1 stop

$900Brussels Airlines

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Thu, Jan 15 - Thu, Feb 5

3:00 pm - 12:05 amSFO-NBO

22h 05m1 stop

5:00 pm - 12:40 pmNBO-SFO

30h 40m1 stop

$903Qatar Airways

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Wed, Feb 18 - Fri, Feb 27

3:55 pm - 6:40 amSFO-NBO

28h 45m1 stop

1:20 am - 1:35 pmNBO-SFO

22h 15m1 stop

$904Qatar Airways

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Wed, Oct 8 - Tue, Oct 14

8:25 am - 10:45 pmSFO-NBO

27h 20m3 stops

4:45 pm - 5:44 pmNBO-SFO

34h 59m2 stops

$906Multiple Airlines

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Tue, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 10

4:00 pm - 12:05 amSFO-NBO

22h 05m1 stop

1:35 am - 8:34 pmNBO-SFO

29h 59m2 stops

$911American Airlines

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Wed, Oct 29 - Tue, Nov 11

8:05 am - 8:20 pmLAX-NBO

26h 15m2 stops

10:45 pm - 7:40 pmNBO-LAX

30h 55m2 stops

$924Multiple Airlines

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United Airlines flights from California to Kenya

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United Airlines

Oct 2

ONT9:36 amOntario

25h 19m

2 stops

NBO8:55 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Oct 6

NBO10:45 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

33h 45m

2 stops

ONT10:30 pmOntario

$918

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United Airlines

Sep 30

SFO8:25 amSan Francisco

28h 05m

3 stops

NBO10:30 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Oct 14

NBO10:45 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

30h 03m

2 stops

SFO6:48 pmSan Francisco

$944

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United Airlines

Jan 12

SFO11:56 pmSan Francisco

35h 49m

3 stops

NBO10:45 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Jan 19

NBO11:40 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

30h 39m

2 stops

SFO7:19 pmSan Francisco

$945

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KLM flights from California to Kenya

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KLM

Sep 22

LAX1:20 pmLos Angeles

22h 40m

2 stops

NBO10:00 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sep 30

NBO11:59 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

24h 51m

1 stop

LAX2:50 pmLos Angeles

$933

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KLM

Oct 30

SJC11:35 amSan Jose

24h 25m

2 stops

NBO10:00 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Nov 3

NBO11:59 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

31h 27m

2 stops

SJC8:26 pmSan Jose

$985

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KLM

Feb 11

LAX1:45 pmLos Angeles

43h 25m

2 stops

MBA8:10 pmMombasa Moi Intl

Feb 15

MBA10:30 pmMombasa Moi Intl

49h 40m

2 stops

LAX1:10 pmLos Angeles

$1,135

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Wed 10/29

7:50 pm-3:05 am

1 stop21h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 11/11

4:50 am-11:05 am

1 stop41h 15m

$867

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Tue 12/9

6:50 pm-3:05 am

1 stop21h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 1/15

4:50 am-4:45 pm

1 stop22h 55m

$885

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Tue 2/10

2:40 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop20h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 2/17

11:55 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop23h 45m

$890

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Wed 10/15

3:55 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop21h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 10/29

1:35 am-1:40 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$892

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Thu 1/15

2:40 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 2/5

11:55 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop23h 45m

$900

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Wed 2/18

3:00 pm-12:05 am

1 stop22h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 2/27

5:00 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop30h 40m

$903

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Wed 10/8

3:55 pm-6:40 am

1 stop28h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 10/14

1:20 am-1:35 pm

1 stop22h 15m

$904

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

8:25 am-10:45 pm

3 stops27h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 3/10

4:45 pm-5:44 pm

2 stops34h 59m

$906

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Wed 10/29

4:00 pm-12:05 am

1 stop22h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 11/11

1:35 am-8:34 pm

2 stops29h 59m

$911

Los AngelesNairobi

LAX - NBO

LAXNBO

Los Angeles

Mon 10/13

8:05 am-8:20 pm

2 stops26h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 10/20

10:45 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops30h 55m

$924

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Kenya?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from California to Kenya. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $964. The month of March is another great option to travel to Kenya, with average flight prices from California averaging around $1,003.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Kenya?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Kenya from California is on a Sunday. momondo users have found tickets for Sunday departures for as low as $1,149. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Saturday because tickets tend to average around $1,437. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Kenya.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Kenya?

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from California to Kenya when you can find flight prices for as low as $1,122. Flying to Kenya in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,419.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Kenya?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Kenya from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Kenya for around $1,183 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Kenya from California for as low as $1,069 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on California to Kenya flights?

You could potentially save up to 1% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Kenya flight.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Kenya?
Prices for flights from California to Kenya refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Kenya?
The number of operators available for flights from California to Kenya is 18 as of September 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Kenya?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Kenya.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kenya?
The required travel and health documents for your Kenya trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Kenya. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from California to Kenya

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SAUDIA	PriceFrom $712	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 634 reviews	Search SAUDIA flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $759	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,924 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $795	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,968 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $896	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,957 reviews	Search Delta flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $902	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,624 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Brussels Airlines	PriceFrom $922	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 359 reviews	Search Brussels Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom $925	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,386 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $927	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,000 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Air France	PriceFrom $928	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,468 reviews	Search Air France flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $950	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,363 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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