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

RwandAir and Qatar Airways 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 December 2025, 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.

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 December 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.

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 December 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.

$562 Cheap Flights from Nairobi to New York in 2025/26

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,227 to $1,403. The lowest price recently found on this route was $873.

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5:30 pm - 8:55 am

NBO

EWR

22h 25m2 stops

10:55 am - 1:10 pm

EWR

NBO

19h 15m1 stop

$873Ethiopian Air

Tue, May 12 - Fri, May 29

7:15 am - 3:25 pm

NBO

JFK

40h 10m1 stop

10:00 pm - 12:50 am

JFK

NBO

18h 50m1 stop

$895Etihad Airways

Sun, Jan 25 - Sun, Feb 1

11:40 pm - 1:20 pm

NBO

JFK

21h 40m1 stop

3:40 pm - 10:00 pm

JFK

NBO

22h 20m1 stop

$899Brussels Airlines

Fri, Jan 23 - Wed, Jan 28

11:55 pm - 1:30 pm

NBO

EWR

21h 35m1 stop

6:55 pm - 9:15 pm

EWR

NBO

18h 20m1 stop

$910Brussels Airlines

Wed, Jan 21 - Thu, Jan 29

11:40 pm - 1:20 pm

NBO

JFK

21h 40m1 stop

6:25 pm - 9:15 pm

JFK

NBO

18h 50m1 stop

$910United Airlines

Fri, Jan 23 - Thu, Jan 29

11:40 pm - 8:58 pm

NBO

JFK

29h 18m2 stops

6:25 pm - 9:15 pm

JFK

NBO

18h 50m1 stop

$913Multiple Airlines

Fri, Jan 23 - Thu, Jan 29

11:40 pm - 8:58 pm

NBO

JFK

29h 18m2 stops

10:05 am - 9:15 pm

JFK

NBO

27h 10m2 stops

$916Air Canada

Fri, Jan 23 - Thu, Jan 29

7:15 am - 3:25 pm

NBO

JFK

40h 10m1 stop

10:00 pm - 12:45 pm

JFK

NBO

30h 45m1 stop

$919Etihad Airways

Fri, Dec 26 - Sat, Jan 10

11:40 pm - 1:20 pm

NBO

JFK

21h 40m1 stop

3:40 pm - 10:00 pm

JFK

NBO

22h 20m1 stop

$928United Airlines

Fri, Jan 23 - Tue, Jan 27

11:55 pm - 4:57 pm

NBO

LGA

25h 02m2 stops

6:05 am - 10:00 pm

LGA

NBO

31h 55m2 stops

$1,059Air Canada

Wed, Jan 21 - Wed, Jan 28

Etihad Airways flights from Nairobi to New York

Our best Etihad Airways deals on Nairobi to New York flight tickets

Etihad Airways

Jan 25

NBO7:15 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

40h 10m

1 stop

JFK3:25 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Jan 30

JFK10:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

18h 50m

1 stop

NBO12:50 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

$895

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Etihad Airways

Dec 26

NBO7:15 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

40h 10m

1 stop

JFK3:25 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Jan 10

JFK10:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

30h 45m

1 stop

NBO12:45 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

$919

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Etihad Airways

Jan 23

NBO7:15 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

40h 10m

1 stop

JFK3:25 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Jan 30

JFK10:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

24h 20m

1 stop

NBO6:20 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

$929

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Ethiopian Air flights from Nairobi to New York

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Ethiopian Air

May 12

NBO5:30 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

22h 25m

2 stops

EWR8:55 amNewark

May 29

EWR10:55 amNewark

19h 15m

1 stop

NBO1:10 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

$873

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Ethiopian Air

Dec 18

NBO5:30 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

22h 30m

2 stops

EWR8:00 amNewark

Dec 31

EWR10:00 amNewark

19h 10m

1 stop

NBO1:10 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

$960

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Ethiopian Air

Jan 22

NBO5:30 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

22h 30m

2 stops

EWR8:00 amNewark

Jan 26

EWR10:00 amNewark

19h 10m

1 stop

NBO1:10 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

$966

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NairobiNewark

NBO - EWR

NBOEWR

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 5/12

5:30 pm-8:55 am

2 stops22h 25m

Newark

Fri 5/29

10:55 am-1:10 pm

1 stop19h 15m

$873

NairobiNew York

NBO - JFK

NBOJFK

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 1/25

7:15 am-3:25 pm

1 stop40h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/1

10:00 pm-12:50 am

1 stop18h 50m

$895

NairobiNew York

NBO - JFK

NBOJFK

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 1/23

11:40 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop21h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 1/28

3:40 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop22h 20m

$899

NairobiNewark

NBO - EWR

NBOEWR

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 1/21

11:55 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop21h 35m

Newark

Thu 1/29

6:55 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop18h 20m

$910

NairobiNew York

NBO - JFK

NBOJFK

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 1/23

11:40 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop21h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 1/29

6:25 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$910

NairobiNew York

NBO - JFK

NBOJFK

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 1/23

11:40 pm-8:58 pm

2 stops29h 18m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 1/29

6:25 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$913

NairobiNew York

NBO - JFK

NBOJFK

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 1/23

11:40 pm-8:58 pm

2 stops29h 18m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 1/29

10:05 am-9:15 pm

2 stops27h 10m

$916

NairobiNew York

NBO - JFK

NBOJFK

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 12/26

7:15 am-3:25 pm

1 stop40h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 1/10

10:00 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop30h 45m

$919

NairobiNew York

NBO - JFK

NBOJFK

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 1/23

11:40 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop21h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 1/27

3:40 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop22h 20m

$928

NairobiNew York

NBO - LGA

NBOLGA

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 1/21

11:55 pm-4:57 pm

2 stops25h 02m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 1/28

6:05 am-10:00 pm

2 stops31h 55m

$1,059

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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 May is another great option to travel to New York, with average flight prices from Nairobi averaging around $971.

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 $1,264. 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 $1,343.

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 $1,221 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	21h 20m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in New York	1 airport

The fastest flight from Nairobi to New York takes 21h 20m

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 17h 40m 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 December 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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Lufthansa	PriceFrom $696	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,617 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Air France	PriceFrom $705	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,502 reviews	Search Air France flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $821	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 903 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $855	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,330 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Brussels Airlines	PriceFrom $896	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 375 reviews	Search Brussels Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $907	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,078 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $930	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,084 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $969	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,011 reviews	Search Delta flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $999	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,431 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,073	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,676 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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