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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Nairobi from $553

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6:50 pm - 3:05 amSFO-NBO
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4:50 am - 11:05 amNBO-SFO
41h 15m1 stop
$859Turkish Airlines
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6:45 pm - 1:50 amSFO-NBO
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3:35 am - 4:40 pmNBO-SFO
23h 05m1 stop
$868Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Aug 12 - Mon, Aug 25
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1:50 pm - 10:00 pmSFO-NBO
21h 10m1 stop
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11:30 pm - 1:10 pmNBO-SFO
24h 40m1 stop
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8:25 pm - 7:55 pmSFO-NBO
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11:30 pm - 1:10 pmNBO-SFO
24h 40m1 stop
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Wed, Sep 3 - Thu, Dec 25
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5:15 am - 8:20 pmSFO-NBO
29h 05m2 stops
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10:45 pm - 5:49 pmNBO-SFO
29h 04m2 stops
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1:50 pm - 8:20 pmSFO-NBO
44h 30m2 stops
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10:45 pm - 7:14 pmNBO-SFO
30h 29m2 stops
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3:55 pm - 11:50 pmSFO-NBO
21h 55m1 stop
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6:00 pm - 1:35 pmNBO-SFO
29h 35m1 stop
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Wed, Aug 13 - Mon, Sep 8
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7:20 pm - 8:45 pmSFO-NBO
39h 25m1 stop
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11:10 pm - 1:50 pmNBO-SFO
24h 40m1 stop
$1,010British Airways
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3:55 pm - 6:40 amSFO-NBO
28h 45m1 stop
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6:00 pm - 1:35 pmNBO-SFO
29h 35m1 stop
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10:33 pm - 9:35 pmSFO-NBO
37h 02m2 stops
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11:55 pm - 3:00 pmNBO-SFO
26h 05m1 stop
$1,102British Airways
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Lufthansa flights from San Francisco to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport

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Sep 8
SFO2:40 pmSan Francisco
20h 15m
1 stop
NBO8:55 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Sep 19
NBO11:45 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
30h 47m
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SFO8:32 pmSan Francisco
Lufthansa
Oct 29
SFO3:40 pmSan Francisco
20h 20m
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NBO10:00 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Nov 12
NBO11:50 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
23h 45m
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SFO12:35 pmSan Francisco
Lufthansa
Oct 29
SFO3:40 pmSan Francisco
20h 20m
1 stop
NBO10:00 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Nov 12
NBO11:50 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
23h 45m
1 stop
SFO12:35 pmSan Francisco

Qatar Airways flights from San Francisco to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport

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Qatar Airways
Aug 13
SFO3:55 pmSan Francisco
21h 55m
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NBO11:50 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Sep 8
NBO6:00 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
29h 35m
1 stop
SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco
Qatar Airways
Aug 27
SFO3:55 pmSan Francisco
28h 45m
1 stop
NBO6:40 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Sep 7
NBO6:00 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
29h 35m
1 stop
SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco
Qatar Airways
Sep 1
SFO3:55 pmSan Francisco
28h 45m
1 stop
NBO6:40 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Sep 14
NBO6:00 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
29h 35m
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SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of October, then book flights to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport from San Francisco during February instead. Flights to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport in February, while not as cheap as those in October, still average around $949.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport from San Francisco. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was $1,218. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from San Francisco to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport on a Thursday will generally be more expensive and average around $1,421. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Our data shows that the cheapest San Francisco to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport in the afternoon for as low as $1,308. Flights to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $1,509. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport from San Francisco when booking 18 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport for around $1,212 when searching 18 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport from San Francisco for as low as $1,193 on momondo.

How have San Francisco to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of June 2025, prices for San Francisco to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flights are approximately 38% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found

$553

Fastest flight time

20h 15m

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The best one-way flight to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $553. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $859.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport takes 20h 15m
There are no direct flights from San Francisco to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. Popular non-direct route for this connection is San Francisco Airport - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport.

  • How far is San Francisco to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl by plane?

    San Francisco and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl are 9589.7 mi apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 20h 15m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    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 Francisco Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport 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 Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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3,848 reviews
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7.4
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7.1
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3,584 reviews
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7.4
8,790 reviews
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