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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Nairobi from $492

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SWISS Logo
8:25 pm - 10:00 pmSFO-NBO
39h 35m2 stops
SWISS Logo
11:55 pm - 4:30 pmNBO-SFO
27h 35m2 stops
$777SWISS
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Min, Okt 26 - Min, Nov 2
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:45 pm - 1:50 amSFO-NBO
21h 05m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
3:35 am - 10:35 amNBO-SFO
41h 00m1 stop
$795Turkish Airlines
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Kam, Sep 4 - Rab, Sep 17
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:40 pm - 1:50 amSFO-NBO
27h 10m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
3:35 am - 4:40 pmNBO-SFO
23h 05m1 stop
$796Turkish Airlines
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Rab, Okt 8 - Sel, Okt 14
Delta Logo
12:50 am - 9:20 pmSFO-NBO
34h 30m2 stops
Delta Logo
11:30 pm - 1:35 pmNBO-SFO
25h 05m1 stop
$921Delta
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Rab, Okt 29 - Rab, Des 10
Delta Logo
12:45 am - 10:00 pmSFO-NBO
35h 15m2 stops
Delta Logo
11:59 pm - 11:45 amNBO-SFO
21h 46m1 stop
$922Delta
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Kam, Sep 18 - Rab, Okt 8
Qatar Airways Logo
4:00 pm - 7:35 amSFO-NBO
29h 35m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
1:35 am - 12:40 pmNBO-SFO
22h 05m1 stop
$938Qatar Airways
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Rab, Okt 29 - Sen, Nov 10
Qatar Airways Logo
3:55 pm - 11:50 pmSFO-NBO
21h 55m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
5:00 pm - 12:40 pmNBO-SFO
30h 40m1 stop
$941Qatar Airways
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Sel, Sep 30 - Sen, Feb 23
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 10:30 pmSFO-NBO
30h 00m3 stops
United Airlines Logo
11:40 pm - 6:57 pmNBO-SFO
30h 17m2 stops
$943United Airlines
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Sab, Okt 4 - Sen, Feb 23
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 10:30 pmSFO-NBO
29h 30m3 stops
United Airlines Logo
10:45 pm - 8:08 pmNBO-SFO
31h 23m2 stops
$944United Airlines
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Sab, Okt 4 - Jum, Okt 17
Lufthansa Logo
1:20 pm - 8:55 pmSFO-NBO
21h 35m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
11:55 pm - 9:05 pmNBO-SFO
32h 10m2 stops
$948Lufthansa
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Kam, Okt 9 - Min, Nov 16

Delta flights from San Francisco to Nairobi

Our best Delta deals on San Francisco to Nairobi flight tickets
Delta
Oct 29
SFO12:50 amSan Francisco
34h 30m
2 stops
NBO9:20 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Dec 10
NBO11:30 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
25h 05m
1 stop
SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco
$921
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Delta
Sep 18
SFO12:45 amSan Francisco
35h 15m
2 stops
NBO10:00 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Oct 8
NBO11:59 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
21h 46m
1 stop
SFO11:45 amSan Francisco
$922
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Delta
Nov 24
SFO1:55 pmSan Francisco
21h 05m
1 stop
NBO10:00 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Dec 16
NBO11:30 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
33h 59m
2 stops
SFO10:29 pmSan Francisco
$926
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Turkish Airlines flights from San Francisco to Nairobi

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Turkish Airlines
Sep 4
SFO6:45 pmSan Francisco
21h 05m
1 stop
NBO1:50 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Sep 17
NBO3:35 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
41h 00m
1 stop
SFO10:35 amSan Francisco
$795
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Turkish Airlines
Oct 8
SFO12:40 pmSan Francisco
27h 10m
1 stop
NBO1:50 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Oct 14
NBO3:35 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
23h 05m
1 stop
SFO4:40 pmSan Francisco
$796
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Turkish Airlines
Oct 8
SFO6:45 pmSan Francisco
21h 05m
1 stop
NBO1:50 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Nov 4
NBO4:50 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
41h 15m
1 stop
SFO11:05 amSan Francisco
$797
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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 Agustus 2, 2025.
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San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Min 10/26

8:25 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops39h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Min 11/2

11:55 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops27h 35m

$777

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Kam 9/4

6:45 pm-1:50 am

1 stop21h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Rab 9/17

3:35 am-10:35 am

1 stop41h 00m

$795

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Rab 10/8

12:40 pm-1:50 am

1 stop27h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sel 10/14

3:35 am-4:40 pm

1 stop23h 05m

$796

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Rab 10/29

12:50 am-9:20 pm

2 stops34h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Rab 12/10

11:30 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop25h 05m

$921

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Kam 9/18

12:45 am-10:00 pm

2 stops35h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Rab 10/8

11:59 pm-11:45 am

1 stop21h 46m

$922

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Rab 10/29

4:00 pm-7:35 am

1 stop29h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sen 11/10

1:35 am-12:40 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$938

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Sel 9/30

3:55 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop21h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sen 2/23

5:00 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop30h 40m

$941

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Sab 10/4

6:30 am-10:30 pm

3 stops30h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sen 2/23

11:40 pm-6:57 pm

2 stops30h 17m

$943

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Sab 10/4

7:00 am-10:30 pm

3 stops29h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Jum 10/17

10:45 pm-8:08 pm

2 stops31h 23m

$944

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Kam 10/9

1:20 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop21h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Min 11/16

11:55 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops32h 10m

$948

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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 October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $926, 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 October, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $949.

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 $1,089 on momondo.

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Best Price Found

$492

Fastest flight time

21h 05m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Nairobi

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Nairobi from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $492. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Nairobi found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $777.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Nairobi takes 21h 05m
There are no direct flights from San Francisco to Nairobi. Popular non-direct route for this connection is San Francisco Airport - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport.
There is 1 airport near Nairobi: Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO)
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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 21h 05m, 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.

Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Nairobi

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SWISSPriceFrom $464Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,686 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $753Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,935 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $851Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,983 reviews
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Brussels AirlinesPriceFrom $922Free CancellationRating
7.2
350 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $927Free CancellationRating
7.1
9,855 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $930Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,609 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $942Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,904 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $955Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,276 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $1,028Free CancellationRating
6.6
7,224 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,029Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,300 reviews
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