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Qatar Airways Logo
3:00 pm - 7:15 amSFO-NBO
29h 15m1 stop
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1:35 am - 1:40 pmNBO-SFO
22h 05m1 stop
$898Qatar Airways
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Sun, Feb 22 - Thu, Mar 12
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8:25 am - 10:45 pmSFO-NBO
27h 20m3 stops
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11:40 pm - 7:35 pmNBO-SFO
30h 55m2 stops
$905Multiple Airlines
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Sat, Jan 17 - Fri, Jan 30
Qatar Airways Logo
3:55 pm - 11:50 pmSFO-NBO
21h 55m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
6:10 pm - 1:35 pmNBO-SFO
29h 25m1 stop
$909Qatar Airways
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Sun, Apr 19 - Wed, May 6
Turkish Airlines Logo
7:50 pm - 3:20 amSFO-NBO
21h 30m1 stop
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3:10 am - 10:45 amNBO-SFO
41h 35m1 stop
$913Turkish Airlines
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Thu, Mar 26 - Tue, Apr 7
Delta Logo
1:45 pm - 10:00 pmSFO-NBO
22h 15m1 stop
Delta Logo
10:25 pm - 12:50 pmNBO-SFO
24h 25m1 stop
$918Delta
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Sat, Apr 18 - Wed, May 6
Delta Logo
10:45 pm - 7:55 pmSFO-NBO
35h 10m2 stops
Delta Logo
10:25 pm - 12:50 pmNBO-SFO
24h 25m1 stop
$922Delta
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Mon, Apr 20 - Fri, May 8
United Airlines Logo
10:56 pm - 9:15 pmSFO-NBO
35h 19m2 stops
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11:40 pm - 10:41 pmNBO-SFO
33h 01m2 stops
$924United Airlines
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Sat, Feb 21 - Mon, Mar 9
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:50 pm - 1:25 amSFO-NBO
26h 35m1 stop
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3:10 am - 10:45 amNBO-SFO
41h 35m1 stop
$927Turkish Airlines
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Thu, Apr 16 - Tue, Apr 21
United Airlines Logo
2:35 pm - 9:40 pmSFO-NBO
21h 05m1 stop
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11:45 pm - 1:04 amNBO-SFO
35h 19m2 stops
$938United Airlines
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Wed, Mar 25 - Wed, Apr 8
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9:25 pm - 10:45 pmSFO-NBO
38h 20m3 stops
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11:55 pm - 1:40 pmNBO-SFO
23h 45m1 stop
$970Lufthansa
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Qatar Airways flights from San Francisco to Nairobi

Our best Qatar Airways deals on San Francisco to Nairobi flight tickets
Qatar Airways
Feb 22
SFO3:00 pmSan Francisco
29h 15m
1 stop
NBO7:15 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Mar 12
NBO1:35 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
22h 05m
1 stop
SFO1:40 pmSan Francisco
$898
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Qatar Airways
Apr 19
SFO3:55 pmSan Francisco
21h 55m
1 stop
NBO11:50 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
May 6
NBO6:10 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
29h 25m
1 stop
SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco
$909
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Qatar Airways
Apr 16
SFO3:55 pmSan Francisco
21h 55m
1 stop
NBO11:50 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Apr 22
NBO6:10 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
29h 25m
1 stop
SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco
$941
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Brussels Airlines flights from San Francisco to Nairobi

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Brussels Airlines
Nov 18
SFO8:25 amSan Francisco
27h 20m
3 stops
NBO10:45 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Dec 3
NBO11:55 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
32h 27m
2 stops
SFO9:22 pmSan Francisco
$910
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Brussels Airlines
Nov 18
SFO8:25 amSan Francisco
27h 20m
3 stops
NBO10:45 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Dec 3
NBO11:55 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
23h 45m
1 stop
SFO12:40 pmSan Francisco
$928
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Brussels Airlines
Feb 22
SFO5:25 pmSan Francisco
66h 20m
3 stops
NBO10:45 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Mar 11
NBO11:55 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
31h 27m
2 stops
SFO9:22 pmSan Francisco
$943
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Nairobi that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated October 30, 2025.
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SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Sun 2/22

3:00 pm-7:15 am

1 stop29h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 3/12

1:35 am-1:40 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$898

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Sat 1/17

8:25 am-10:45 pm

3 stops27h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 1/30

11:40 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops30h 55m

$905

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Sun 4/19

3:55 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop21h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 5/6

6:10 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop29h 25m

$909

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Thu 3/26

7:50 pm-3:20 am

1 stop21h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 4/7

3:10 am-10:45 am

1 stop41h 35m

$913

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Sat 4/18

1:45 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop22h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 5/6

10:25 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop24h 25m

$918

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Mon 4/20

10:45 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops35h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 5/8

10:25 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop24h 25m

$922

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Sat 2/21

10:56 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops35h 19m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 3/9

11:40 pm-10:41 pm

2 stops33h 01m

$924

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Thu 4/16

12:50 pm-1:25 am

1 stop26h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 4/21

3:10 am-10:45 am

1 stop41h 35m

$927

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Wed 3/25

2:35 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop21h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 4/8

11:45 pm-1:04 am

2 stops35h 19m

$938

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Fri 2/20

9:25 pm-10:45 pm

3 stops38h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 3/12

11:55 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop23h 45m

$970

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Nairobi?

The cheapest month to fly to Nairobi from San Francisco is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around $949, 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 March, then flying in November is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $957.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Nairobi?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Nairobi from San Francisco is on a Monday. momondo users have found tickets for Monday departures for as low as $1,218. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Thursday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Nairobi on Thursday is $1,421.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to Nairobi is in the afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as $1,308. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are $1,509 on average. Flights to Nairobi from San Francisco in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Nairobi?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Nairobi from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Nairobi for around $1,203 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Nairobi from San Francisco for as low as $1,142 on momondo.

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  • How far is San Francisco to Nairobi by plane?

    The straight-line distance from San Francisco to Nairobi is 9584.3 mi. Flights usually cover this in 20h 20m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

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

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Nairobi 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?

    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.

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

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

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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $797Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,031 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $894Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,659 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $908Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,993 reviews
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Brussels AirlinesPriceFrom $922Free CancellationRating
7.2
369 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $927Free CancellationRating
7.1
10,377 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $956Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,998 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $959Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,541 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,029Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,394 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $1,034Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,487 reviews
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Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom $1,116Free CancellationRating
6.8
286 reviews
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