What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Diego to Nairobi?

American Airlines and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from San Diego to Nairobi

What airlines fly to Nairobi?

Delta, Qatar Airways and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Nairobi from San Diego according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 59% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Nairobi. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Nairobi on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Nairobi?

Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Nairobi are refreshed on a daily basis.

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As of March 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from San Diego Airport to Nairobi.

How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport to Nairobi?

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 San Diego Airport to Nairobi.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Nairobi can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Nairobi. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

$382 Cheap Flights from San Diego to Nairobi in 2026

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,100 to $1,438. The lowest price recently found on this route was $796.

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2:18 pm - 1:40 pm

SAN

NBO

37h 22m

2 stops

10:30 am - 3:51 pm

NBO

SAN

39h 21m

2 stops

$796Qatar Airways

Wed, Apr 1 - Wed, Apr 15

3:21 pm - 9:00 am

SAN

NBO

31h 39m

2 stops

4:10 pm - 2:05 pm

NBO

SAN

31h 55m

2 stops

$798Qatar Airways

Tue, Apr 21 - Mon, May 11

4:41 pm - 2:40 pm

SAN

NBO

35h 59m

2 stops

4:10 pm - 10:00 pm

NBO

SAN

39h 50m

2 stops

$803Qatar Airways

Fri, Apr 17 - Fri, Apr 24

7:15 am - 8:45 pm

SAN

NBO

27h 30m

2 stops

11:50 pm - 11:50 am

NBO

SAN

22h 00m

1 stop

$867Multiple Airlines

Tue, Apr 21 - Mon, May 11

1:40 pm - 9:55 pm

SAN

NBO

22h 15m

1 stop

11:50 pm - 11:50 am

NBO

SAN

22h 00m

1 stop

$877Delta

Tue, Apr 21 - Mon, May 11

6:15 am - 5:00 am

SAN

NBO

36h 45m

2 stops

11:50 pm - 11:50 am

NBO

SAN

22h 00m

1 stop

$892Delta

Mon, Apr 20 - Mon, Apr 27

6:20 am - 10:25 pm

SAN

NBO

30h 05m

3 stops

10:20 pm - 8:38 pm

NBO

SAN

32h 18m

3 stops

$1,004United Airlines

Tue, Apr 21 - Mon, May 11

1:01 pm - 1:45 pm

SAN

NBO

38h 44m

2 stops

8:20 am - 8:33 pm

NBO

SAN

46h 13m

2 stops

$1,008Qatar Airways

Thu, Mar 26 - Sat, Apr 11

6:15 am - 8:45 pm

SAN

NBO

28h 30m

2 stops

11:50 pm - 11:50 am

NBO

SAN

22h 00m

1 stop

$1,027Delta

Fri, Apr 17 - Fri, Apr 24

8:37 pm - 8:35 pm

SAN

NBO

37h 58m

3 stops

10:50 pm - 12:29 am

NBO

SAN

35h 39m

2 stops

$1,042United Airlines

Fri, Apr 17 - Fri, Apr 24

Qatar Airways flights from San Diego to Nairobi

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Qatar Airways

Apr 1

SAN2:18 pmSan Diego

37h 22m

2 stops

NBO1:40 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Apr 15

NBO10:30 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

39h 21m

2 stops

SAN3:51 pmSan Diego

$796

Qatar Airways

Apr 21

SAN3:21 pmSan Diego

31h 39m

2 stops

NBO9:00 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

May 11

NBO4:10 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

31h 55m

2 stops

SAN2:05 pmSan Diego

$798

Qatar Airways

Apr 17

SAN4:41 pmSan Diego

35h 59m

2 stops

NBO2:40 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Apr 24

NBO4:10 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

39h 50m

2 stops

SAN10:00 pmSan Diego

$803

Ethiopian Air flights from San Diego to Nairobi

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Ethiopian Air

Mar 9

SAN10:15 pmSan Diego

28h 55m

2 stops

NBO1:10 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mar 13

NBO5:30 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

32h 11m

3 stops

SAN3:41 pmSan Diego

$2,046

Ethiopian Air

Mar 9

SAN10:15 pmSan Diego

28h 55m

2 stops

NBO1:10 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mar 13

NBO5:30 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

32h 11m

3 stops

SAN3:41 pmSan Diego

$2,996

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Wed 4/1

2:18 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops37h 22m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 4/15

10:30 am-3:51 pm

2 stops39h 21m

$796

San DiegoNairobi

SAN - NBO

SANNBO

San Diego

Tue 4/21

3:21 pm-9:00 am

2 stops31h 39m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 5/11

4:10 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops31h 55m

$798

San DiegoNairobi

SAN - NBO

SANNBO

San Diego

Fri 4/17

4:41 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops35h 59m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 4/24

4:10 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops39h 50m

$803

San DiegoNairobi

SAN - NBO

SANNBO

San Diego

Tue 4/21

7:15 am-8:45 pm

2 stops27h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 5/11

11:50 pm-11:50 am

1 stop22h 00m

$867

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San DiegoNairobi

SAN - NBO

SANNBO

San Diego

Tue 4/21

1:40 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop22h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 5/11

11:50 pm-11:50 am

1 stop22h 00m

$877

San DiegoNairobi

SAN - NBO

SANNBO

San Diego

Mon 4/20

6:15 am-5:00 am

2 stops36h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 4/27

11:50 pm-11:50 am

1 stop22h 00m

$892

San DiegoNairobi

SAN - NBO

SANNBO

San Diego

Tue 4/21

6:20 am-10:25 pm

3 stops30h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 5/11

10:20 pm-8:38 pm

3 stops32h 18m

$1,004

San DiegoNairobi

SAN - NBO

SANNBO

San Diego

Thu 3/26

1:01 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops38h 44m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 4/11

8:20 am-8:33 pm

2 stops46h 13m

$1,008

San DiegoNairobi

SAN - NBO

SANNBO

San Diego

Fri 4/17

6:15 am-8:45 pm

2 stops28h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 4/24

11:50 pm-11:50 am

1 stop22h 00m

$1,027

San DiegoNairobi

SAN - NBO

SANNBO

San Diego

Fri 4/17

8:37 pm-8:35 pm

3 stops37h 58m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 4/24

10:50 pm-12:29 am

2 stops35h 39m

$1,042

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Nairobi?

The cheapest month to fly to Nairobi from San Diego is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $882, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to Nairobi during the month of September, then flying in April is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,050.

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There are 9678.9 mi between San Diego and Nairobi. Typically, this will take 27h 40m by plane in normal conditions.
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As of March 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from San Diego Airport to Nairobi.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport to Nairobi?
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 San Diego Airport to Nairobi.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nairobi?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Nairobi can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Nairobi. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $797	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,746 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Delta	PriceFrom $996	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,270 reviews	Search Delta flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,063	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,780 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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