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6:50 pm - 3:05 amSFO-NBO
21h 15m1 stop
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4:50 am - 4:45 pmNBO-SFO
22h 55m1 stop
$867Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Feb 10 - Mon, Feb 16
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7:50 pm - 3:05 amSFO-NBO
21h 15m1 stop
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4:50 am - 11:05 amNBO-SFO
41h 15m1 stop
$885Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Oct 29 - Tue, Nov 11
Qatar Airways Logo
3:00 pm - 12:05 amSFO-NBO
22h 05m1 stop
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1:35 am - 12:40 pmNBO-SFO
22h 05m1 stop
$892Qatar Airways
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Sun, Feb 1 - Sun, Feb 8
Qatar Airways Logo
3:55 pm - 6:40 amSFO-NBO
28h 45m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
1:20 am - 1:35 pmNBO-SFO
22h 15m1 stop
$904Qatar Airways
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Wed, Oct 8 - Tue, Oct 14
Delta Logo
1:55 pm - 10:00 pmSFO-NBO
21h 05m1 stop
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11:30 pm - 1:25 pmNBO-SFO
24h 55m1 stop
$918Delta
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Tue, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 27
Delta Logo
11:05 am - 10:00 pmSFO-NBO
23h 55m2 stops
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11:30 pm - 1:25 pmNBO-SFO
24h 55m1 stop
$923Delta
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Mon, Jan 19 - Mon, Jan 26
United Airlines Logo
11:20 pm - 10:45 pmSFO-NBO
36h 25m3 stops
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11:40 pm - 7:55 pmNBO-SFO
31h 15m2 stops
$944United Airlines
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Fri, Jan 16 - Mon, Jan 26
United Airlines Logo
11:20 pm - 10:45 pmSFO-NBO
36h 25m3 stops
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11:40 pm - 7:09 pmNBO-SFO
30h 29m2 stops
$945United Airlines
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Mon, Jan 12 - Mon, Jan 19
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2:40 pm - 10:00 pmSFO-NBO
20h 20m1 stop
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11:40 pm - 1:30 amNBO-SFO
36h 50m2 stops
$951Lufthansa
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Mon, Jan 12 - Mon, Jan 19
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2:40 pm - 10:00 pmSFO-NBO
20h 20m1 stop
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11:55 pm - 8:10 pmNBO-SFO
31h 15m1 stop
$953Lufthansa
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Turkish Airlines flights from San Francisco to Nairobi

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on San Francisco to Nairobi flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
Feb 10
SFO6:50 pmSan Francisco
21h 15m
1 stop
NBO3:05 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Feb 16
NBO4:50 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
22h 55m
1 stop
SFO4:45 pmSan Francisco
$867
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Turkish Airlines
Oct 29
SFO7:50 pmSan Francisco
21h 15m
1 stop
NBO3:05 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Nov 11
NBO4:50 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
41h 15m
1 stop
SFO11:05 amSan Francisco
$885
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Turkish Airlines
Nov 20
SFO1:10 pmSan Francisco
26h 55m
1 stop
NBO3:05 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Dec 7
NBO4:50 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
41h 15m
1 stop
SFO11:05 amSan Francisco
$913
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Brussels Airlines flights from San Francisco to Nairobi

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Brussels Airlines
Feb 10
SFO2:40 pmSan Francisco
20h 00m
1 stop
NBO9:40 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Feb 17
NBO11:55 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
23h 45m
1 stop
SFO12:40 pmSan Francisco
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Brussels Airlines
Jan 15
SFO2:40 pmSan Francisco
20h 20m
1 stop
NBO10:00 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Feb 5
NBO11:55 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
23h 45m
1 stop
SFO12:40 pmSan Francisco
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Brussels Airlines
Oct 28
SFO8:25 amSan Francisco
28h 20m
3 stops
NBO10:45 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Nov 12
NBO11:55 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
32h 27m
2 stops
SFO9:22 pmSan Francisco
$930
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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 September 17, 2025.
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San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Tue 2/10

6:50 pm-3:05 am

1 stop21h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 2/16

4:50 am-4:45 pm

1 stop22h 55m

$867

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Wed 10/29

7:50 pm-3:05 am

1 stop21h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 11/11

4:50 am-11:05 am

1 stop41h 15m

$885

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Sun 2/1

3:00 pm-12:05 am

1 stop22h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 2/8

1:35 am-12:40 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$892

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Wed 10/8

3:55 pm-6:40 am

1 stop28h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 10/14

1:20 am-1:35 pm

1 stop22h 15m

$904

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Tue 1/13

1:55 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop21h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 1/27

11:30 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop24h 55m

$918

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Mon 1/19

11:05 am-10:00 pm

2 stops23h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 1/26

11:30 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop24h 55m

$923

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Fri 1/16

11:20 pm-10:45 pm

3 stops36h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 1/26

11:40 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops31h 15m

$944

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Mon 1/12

11:20 pm-10:45 pm

3 stops36h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 1/19

11:40 pm-7:09 pm

2 stops30h 29m

$945

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Mon 1/12

2:40 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 1/19

11:40 pm-1:30 am

2 stops36h 50m

$951

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Wed 11/19

2:40 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 11/26

11:55 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop31h 15m

$953

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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 $966.

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 $1,204 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 $1,176 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 00m, 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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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $795Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,968 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $896Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,957 reviews
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Brussels AirlinesPriceFrom $922Free CancellationRating
7.2
359 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $927Free CancellationRating
7.1
10,000 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $929Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,624 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $951Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,924 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $955Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,407 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,029Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,336 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $1,030Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,363 reviews
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Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom $1,103Free CancellationRating
6.9
281 reviews
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