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

Etihad Airways is the most popular carrier operating from Nairobi to New York

What airlines fly to New York?

Kenya Airways, Air France and Brussels Airlines 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 58% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to New York. Keep in mind that there are 11 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 week?

As of January 2026, there are 10 flights per week flying from Nairobi to New York. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 20% of flights taking off on this day.

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

As of January 2026, 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.

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 11 operators available for flights from Nairobi to New York as of January 2026.

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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3:45 am - 6:55 pm

NBO

JFK

23h 10m

2 stops

8:55 pm - 1:40 am

JFK

NBO

20h 45m

2 stops

$802Ethiopian Air

sáb., feb. 7 - dom., feb. 22

3:45 am - 6:55 pm

NBO

JFK

23h 10m

2 stops

8:55 pm - 1:40 am

JFK

NBO

20h 45m

2 stops

$806Ethiopian Air

lun., feb. 9 - mar., feb. 17

3:45 am - 6:55 pm

NBO

JFK

23h 10m

2 stops

9:55 pm - 1:40 am

JFK

NBO

20h 45m

2 stops

$820Ethiopian Air

sáb., feb. 28 - dom., mar. 8

2:25 am - 2:45 pm

NBO

JFK

19h 20m

1 stop

7:00 pm - 5:15 am

JFK

NBO

27h 15m

1 stop

$831SAUDIA

sáb., abr. 18 - mié., abr. 29

7:05 am - 3:25 pm

NBO

JFK

40h 20m

1 stop

10:00 pm - 12:50 am

JFK

NBO

18h 50m

1 stop

$882Etihad Airways

dom., feb. 8 - dom., feb. 22

1:45 am - 8:20 am

NBO

JFK

38h 35m

1 stop

3:00 pm - 12:50 am

JFK

NBO

25h 50m

1 stop

$884Etihad Airways

sáb., feb. 7 - dom., feb. 22

11:55 pm - 2:00 pm

NBO

EWR

22h 05m

1 stop

7:30 pm - 9:40 pm

EWR

NBO

18h 10m

1 stop

$942Lufthansa

jue., feb. 12 - mié., feb. 25

11:55 pm - 1:30 pm

NBO

EWR

21h 35m

1 stop

6:55 pm - 9:15 pm

EWR

NBO

18h 20m

1 stop

$948Lufthansa

dom., feb. 8 - dom., feb. 22

11:50 pm - 10:19 pm

NBO

LGA

29h 29m

2 stops

3:05 pm - 9:55 pm

LGA

NBO

23h 50m

2 stops

$987Delta

mar., abr. 21 - sáb., abr. 25

11:50 pm - 10:19 pm

NBO

LGA

29h 29m

2 stops

1:59 pm - 8:45 pm

LGA

NBO

23h 46m

2 stops

$988Delta

mar., abr. 21 - dom., abr. 26

Ethiopian Air flights from Nairobi to New York

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Ethiopian Air

Feb 7

NBO3:45 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

23h 10m

2 stops

JFK6:55 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Feb 22

JFK8:55 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

20h 45m

2 stops

NBO1:40 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

$802

Ethiopian Air

Feb 9

NBO3:45 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

23h 10m

2 stops

JFK6:55 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Feb 17

JFK8:55 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

20h 45m

2 stops

NBO1:40 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

$806

Ethiopian Air

Feb 28

NBO3:45 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

23h 10m

2 stops

JFK6:55 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Mar 8

JFK9:55 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

20h 45m

2 stops

NBO1:40 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

$820

Etihad Airways flights from Nairobi to New York

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Etihad Airways

Feb 8

NBO7:05 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

40h 20m

1 stop

JFK3:25 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Feb 22

JFK10:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

18h 50m

1 stop

NBO12:50 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

$882

Etihad Airways

Feb 7

NBO1:45 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

38h 35m

1 stop

JFK8:20 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Feb 22

JFK3:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

25h 50m

1 stop

NBO12:50 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

$884

Etihad Airways

Mar 3

NBO1:45 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

21h 40m

1 stop

JFK3:25 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Mar 10

JFK3:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

38h 00m

1 stop

NBO12:45 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

$900

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NairobiNew York

NBO - JFK

NBOJFK

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

sáb. 2/7

3:45 am-6:55 pm

2 stops23h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

dom. 2/22

8:55 pm-1:40 am

2 stops20h 45m

$802

NairobiNew York

NBO - JFK

NBOJFK

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

lun. 2/9

3:45 am-6:55 pm

2 stops23h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mar. 2/17

8:55 pm-1:40 am

2 stops20h 45m

$806

NairobiNew York

NBO - JFK

NBOJFK

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

sáb. 2/28

3:45 am-6:55 pm

2 stops23h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

dom. 3/8

9:55 pm-1:40 am

2 stops20h 45m

$820

NairobiNew York

NBO - JFK

NBOJFK

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

sáb. 4/18

2:25 am-2:45 pm

1 stop19h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mié. 4/29

7:00 pm-5:15 am

1 stop27h 15m

$831

NairobiNew York

NBO - JFK

NBOJFK

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

dom. 2/8

7:05 am-3:25 pm

1 stop40h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

dom. 2/22

10:00 pm-12:50 am

1 stop18h 50m

$882

NairobiNew York

NBO - JFK

NBOJFK

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

sáb. 2/7

1:45 am-8:20 am

1 stop38h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

dom. 2/22

3:00 pm-12:50 am

1 stop25h 50m

$884

NairobiNewark

NBO - EWR

NBOEWR

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

jue. 2/12

11:55 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop22h 05m

Newark

mié. 2/25

7:30 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop18h 10m

$942

NairobiNewark

NBO - EWR

NBOEWR

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

dom. 2/8

11:55 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop21h 35m

Newark

dom. 2/22

6:55 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop18h 20m

$948

NairobiNew York

NBO - LGA

NBOLGA

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

mar. 4/21

11:50 pm-10:19 pm

2 stops29h 29m

New York LaGuardia

sáb. 4/25

3:05 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops23h 50m

$987

NairobiNew York

NBO - LGA

NBOLGA

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

mar. 4/21

11:50 pm-10:19 pm

2 stops29h 29m

New York LaGuardia

dom. 4/26

1:59 pm-8:45 pm

2 stops23h 46m

$988

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Nairobi and New York?

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 Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,253. 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 $1,376.

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 in the evening. Flights from Nairobi to New York during this time can be as low as $1,293. Flights to New York are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of $1,407. 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 $1,221 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	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri and Sun
Airports in New York	3 airports

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

Direct flights go from Nairobi to New York on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

There are 3 airports in New York. From Nairobi there are direct flights to 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 15h 00m 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 11 operators available for flights from Nairobi to New York as of January 2026.
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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Delta	PriceFrom $623	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,124 reviews	Search Delta flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $696	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,752 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Air France	PriceFrom $705	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,528 reviews	Search Air France flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $821	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 952 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $855	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,375 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $907	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,213 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Brussels Airlines	PriceFrom $927	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 381 reviews	Search Brussels Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $944	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,207 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $999	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,489 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,073	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,730 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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