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4:00 pm - 12:05 am
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NBO
22h 05m1 stop
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1:20 am - 1:35 pm
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22h 15m1 stop
$903Qatar Airways
Sun, Mar 15 - Sun, Mar 29
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1:45 pm - 9:55 pm
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22h 10m1 stop
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11:50 pm - 11:45 am
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21h 55m1 stop
$907Delta
Sat, May 2 - Mon, May 11
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1:45 pm - 9:55 pm
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22h 10m1 stop
Delta Logo
10:25 pm - 6:00 pm
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29h 35m1 stop
$908Delta
Mon, May 4 - Sat, May 9
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1:55 pm - 10:00 pm
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11:59 pm - 12:50 pm
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22h 51m1 stop
$909Delta
Thu, Feb 19 - Mon, Mar 23
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6:00 am - 9:55 pm
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29h 55m2 stops
Delta Logo
11:50 pm - 11:45 am
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21h 55m1 stop
$911Delta
Sat, May 2 - Sun, May 10
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7:00 am - 9:55 pm
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28h 55m2 stops
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10:25 pm - 12:50 pm
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24h 25m1 stop
$912Delta
Mon, Apr 13 - Mon, May 4
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10:30 am - 10:00 pm
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24h 30m2 stops
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11:20 pm - 2:25 pm
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25h 05m1 stop
$913Multiple Airlines
Sun, Feb 1 - Wed, Mar 18
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1:45 pm - 9:55 pm
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22h 10m1 stop
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11:50 pm - 5:50 pm
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28h 00m2 stops
$917Delta
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22h 10m1 stop
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10:25 pm - 8:19 pm
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$918Delta
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$921Delta
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Qatar Airways flights from San Francisco to Nairobi

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Qatar Airways
Mar 15
SFO4:00 pmSan Francisco
22h 05m
1 stop
NBO12:05 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Mar 29
NBO1:20 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
22h 15m
1 stop
SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco
$903
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Qatar Airways
Jan 21
SFO3:00 pmSan Francisco
29h 15m
1 stop
NBO7:15 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Feb 2
NBO1:35 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
22h 05m
1 stop
SFO12:40 pmSan Francisco
$925
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Qatar Airways
Jan 19
SFO3:00 pmSan Francisco
22h 05m
1 stop
NBO12:05 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Feb 1
NBO5:00 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
30h 40m
1 stop
SFO12:40 pmSan Francisco
$938
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United Airlines flights from San Francisco to Nairobi

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United Airlines
Jan 24
SFO10:35 amSan Francisco
25h 10m
3 stops
NBO10:45 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Feb 2
NBO11:40 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
30h 29m
2 stops
SFO7:09 pmSan Francisco
$935
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United Airlines
Feb 18
SFO10:50 pmSan Francisco
35h 25m
2 stops
NBO9:15 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Mar 23
NBO11:40 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
34h 36m
2 stops
SFO12:16 amSan Francisco
$940
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United Airlines
May 4
SFO10:36 pmSan Francisco
37h 49m
3 stops
NBO10:25 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
May 9
NBO10:50 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
31h 10m
1 stop
SFO8:00 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 December 18, 2025.
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SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Sun 3/15

4:00 pm-12:05 am

1 stop22h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 3/29

1:20 am-1:35 pm

1 stop22h 15m

$903

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Sat 5/2

1:45 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop22h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 5/11

11:50 pm-11:45 am

1 stop21h 55m

$907

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Mon 5/4

1:45 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop22h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 5/9

10:25 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop29h 35m

$908

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Thu 2/19

1:55 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop21h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 3/23

11:59 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop22h 51m

$909

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Sat 5/2

6:00 am-9:55 pm

2 stops29h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 5/10

11:50 pm-11:45 am

1 stop21h 55m

$911

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Mon 4/13

7:00 am-9:55 pm

2 stops28h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 5/4

10:25 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop24h 25m

$912

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Sun 2/1

10:30 am-10:00 pm

2 stops24h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 3/18

11:20 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop25h 05m

$913

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Sun 5/3

1:45 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop22h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 5/13

11:50 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops28h 00m

$917

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Sun 5/3

1:45 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop22h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 5/14

10:25 pm-8:19 pm

2 stops31h 54m

$918

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Sat 5/16

8:10 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop37h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 5/26

10:25 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop24h 25m

$921

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Nairobi?

The cheapest month to fly to Nairobi from San Francisco is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around $919, 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 January, 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 $1,192 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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Fastest flight time

21h 05m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from San Francisco to Nairobi takes 21h 05m
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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?

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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 $801Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,105 reviews
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7.4
3,686 reviews
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7.9
8,006 reviews
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Brussels AirlinesPriceFrom $924Free CancellationRating
7.2
375 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $949Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,093 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $951Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,635 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,029Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,440 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $1,072Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,585 reviews
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Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom $1,196Free CancellationRating
6.8
287 reviews
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