What airlines fly to New York?

Kenya Airways, Delta and Air France are the top three most popular airlines that fly to New York from Nairobi according to our data. Kenya Airways is the first choice among our users, with 59% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to New York. Keep in mind that there are 12 different airlines that fly to New York on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Nairobi to New York on average per day?

As of November 2025, 1 flights take off from Nairobi and land in New York each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 11:00PM, with 100% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Nairobi to New York?

Etihad Airways and Egyptair are the most popular carriers operating from Nairobi to New York

How many flights depart from Nairobi to New York on average per week?

As of November 2025, there are 8 flights per week flying from Nairobi to New York. The most common day of the week flights depart is Tue, with 25% of flights taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Nairobi to New York?

Prices for flights from Nairobi to New York refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Nairobi to New York?

There are 12 operators available for flights from Nairobi to New York as of November 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Nairobi to New York?

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 Nairobi to New York.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to New York may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at New York. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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1:40 pm - 8:20 amNBO-JFK

26h 40m1 stop

3:00 pm - 12:50 amJFK-NBO

25h 50m1 stop

$808Etihad Airways

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Thu, Feb 12 - Sun, Feb 15

5:30 pm - 8:00 amNBO-EWR

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19h 10m1 stop

$822Ethiopian Air

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1:40 pm - 3:25 pmNBO-JFK

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10:00 pm - 12:50 amJFK-NBO

18h 50m1 stop

$824Etihad Airways

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5:30 pm - 8:00 amNBO-EWR

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10:00 am - 1:10 pmEWR-NBO

19h 10m1 stop

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1:45 am - 3:25 pmNBO-JFK

21h 40m1 stop

10:00 pm - 12:50 amJFK-NBO

18h 50m1 stop

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1:45 am - 3:25 pmNBO-JFK

21h 40m1 stop

10:00 pm - 12:50 amJFK-NBO

18h 50m1 stop

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2:40 am - 9:00 amNBO-JFK

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34h 25m1 stop

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11:55 pm - 1:20 pmNBO-JFK

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6:25 pm - 10:45 pmJFK-NBO

20h 20m2 stops

$854Brussels Airlines

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4:50 am - 10:30 pmNBO-EWR

25h 40m1 stop

12:25 am - 3:05 amEWR-NBO

18h 40m1 stop

$930Turkish Airlines

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11:59 pm - 11:37 pmNBO-LGA

30h 38m2 stops

12:05 pm - 10:00 pmLGA-NBO

26h 55m2 stops

$1,082Delta

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Etihad Airways flights from Nairobi to New York

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Etihad Airways

Feb 12

NBO1:40 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

26h 40m

1 stop

JFK8:20 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Feb 15

JFK3:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

25h 50m

1 stop

NBO12:50 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

$808

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Etihad Airways

Jan 22

NBO1:40 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

33h 45m

1 stop

JFK3:25 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Feb 5

JFK10:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

18h 50m

1 stop

NBO12:50 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

$824

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Dec 16

NBO1:45 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

21h 40m

1 stop

JFK3:25 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Jan 16

JFK10:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

18h 50m

1 stop

NBO12:50 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

$849

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SAUDIA

Dec 12

NBO2:40 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

38h 20m

1 stop

JFK9:00 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Jan 12

JFK11:00 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

34h 25m

1 stop

NBO5:25 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

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Dec 24

NBO2:40 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

38h 20m

1 stop

JFK9:00 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Jan 9

JFK11:00 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

29h 45m

1 stop

NBO12:45 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

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NBO - JFK

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Thu 2/12

1:40 pm-8:20 am

1 stop26h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/15

3:00 pm-12:50 am

1 stop25h 50m

$808

NairobiNewark

NBO - EWR

NBOEWR

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 12/14

5:30 pm-8:00 am

2 stops22h 30m

Newark

Wed 1/14

10:00 am-1:10 pm

1 stop19h 10m

$822

NairobiNew York

NBO - JFK

NBOJFK

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 1/22

1:40 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop33h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 2/5

10:00 pm-12:50 am

1 stop18h 50m

$824

NairobiNewark

NBO - EWR

NBOEWR

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 12/25

5:30 pm-8:00 am

2 stops22h 30m

Newark

Fri 1/9

10:00 am-1:10 pm

1 stop19h 10m

$849

NairobiNew York

NBO - JFK

NBOJFK

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 12/16

1:45 am-3:25 pm

1 stop21h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 1/16

10:00 pm-12:50 am

1 stop18h 50m

$849

NairobiNew York

NBO - JFK

NBOJFK

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 1/22

1:45 am-3:25 pm

1 stop21h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 2/6

10:00 pm-12:50 am

1 stop18h 50m

$850

NairobiNew York

NBO - JFK

NBOJFK

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 12/12

2:40 am-9:00 am

1 stop38h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 1/12

11:00 am-5:25 am

1 stop34h 25m

$852

NairobiNew York

NBO - JFK

NBOJFK

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 12/10

11:55 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop21h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 1/10

6:25 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops20h 20m

$854

NairobiNewark

NBO - EWR

NBOEWR

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 12/10

4:50 am-10:30 pm

1 stop25h 40m

Newark

Sat 1/10

12:25 am-3:05 am

1 stop18h 40m

$930

NairobiNew York

NBO - LGA

NBOLGA

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 3/12

11:59 pm-11:37 pm

2 stops30h 38m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 3/16

12:05 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops26h 55m

$1,082

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What is the cheapest month to fly to New York?

The cheapest month to fly to New York from Nairobi is in November. Flight prices, which tend to average around $969, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of September is another great option to travel to New York, with average flight prices from Nairobi averaging around $972.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New York?

The cheapest day to depart from Nairobi to New York is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $1,267. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from Nairobi because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,341.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to New York is at noon. Flights from Nairobi to New York during this time can be as low as $1,091. Flights to New York are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of $1,399. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Nairobi to New York flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to New York?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New York from Nairobi when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New York for around $1,224 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New York from Nairobi for as low as $1,025 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Nairobi to New York flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Nairobi to New York flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Fastest flight time	15h 00m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in New York	1 airport

The fastest flight from Nairobi to New York takes 15h 00m

Direct flights go from Nairobi to New York every day.

There is 1 airport near New York: New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK)

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How far is Nairobi to New York by plane?
New York is 7352.3 mi away from Nairobi. Typically, this will take 21h 25m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Nairobi to New York?
Prices for flights from Nairobi to New York refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Nairobi to New York?
There are 12 operators available for flights from Nairobi to New York as of November 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Nairobi to New York?
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 Nairobi to New York.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to New York may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at New York. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Nairobi to New York

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Lufthansa	PriceFrom $696	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,594 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Air France	PriceFrom $705	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,498 reviews	Search Air France flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $821	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 899 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $855	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,312 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Brussels Airlines	PriceFrom $896	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 370 reviews	Search Brussels Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $907	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,050 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $930	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,063 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $969	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,004 reviews	Search Delta flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $999	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,422 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,073	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,677 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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