What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to Nairobi?

Turkish Airlines, SAUDIA, and SWISS are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Nairobi

What airlines fly to Nairobi?

Delta, United Airlines and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Nairobi from San Francisco according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Nairobi. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to Nairobi on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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The number of operators available for flights from San Francisco Airport to Nairobi is 11 as of November 2026.

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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4:45 pm - 2:40 pmSFO San Francisco-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

35h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl

4:35 pm - 2:00 pmNBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SFO San Francisco

31h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl

$999Emirates

Tue, Mar 23 - Tue, Apr 27

3:40 pm - 5:35 amSFO San Francisco-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

26h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl

4:45 pm - 1:35 pmNBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SFO San Francisco

31h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl

$999Emirates

Wed, Feb 3 - Wed, Mar 10

7:35 pm - 3:05 amSFO San Francisco-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

21h 30m1 stop Istanbul

3:10 am - 4:55 pmNBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SFO San Francisco

23h 45m1 stop Istanbul

$1,054Turkish Airlines

Wed, Mar 24 - Sat, Apr 3

7:35 pm - 3:05 amSFO San Francisco-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

21h 30m1 stop Istanbul

3:10 am - 4:55 pmNBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SFO San Francisco

23h 45m1 stop Istanbul

$1,089Turkish Airlines

Tue, Mar 23 - Tue, Apr 6

3:35 pm - 12:05 amSFO San Francisco-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

21h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

1:35 am - 12:40 pmNBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SFO San Francisco

22h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,105Qatar Airways

Tue, Feb 23 - Mon, Mar 1

11:47 pm - 6:10 amSFO San Francisco-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

44h 23m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

1:25 pm - 11:57 pmNBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SFO San Francisco

44h 32m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,110Etihad Airways

Fri, Apr 30 - Mon, May 3

3:00 pm - 7:15 amSFO San Francisco-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

29h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

1:35 am - 12:40 pmNBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SFO San Francisco

22h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,111Qatar Airways

Mon, Jan 18 - Sun, Jan 24

1:50 pm - 10:00 pmSFO San Francisco-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

21h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

11:59 pm - 11:45 amNBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SFO San Francisco

22h 46m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

$1,118KLM

Fri, Nov 27 - Thu, Dec 10

9:59 am - 10:00 pmSFO San Francisco-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

25h 01m2 stops Los Angeles Amsterdam Schiphol

11:59 pm - 11:45 amNBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SFO San Francisco

22h 46m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

$1,131Delta

Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8

6:00 am - 9:35 pmSFO San Francisco-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

28h 35m2 stops Salt Lake City Paris Charles de Gaulle

11:59 pm - 11:45 amNBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SFO San Francisco

22h 46m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

$1,132Delta

Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10

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10:38 am - 10:00 pmSFO San Francisco-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

24h 22m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Amsterdam Schiphol

11:55 pm - 12:55 pmNBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SFO San Francisco

24h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

$1,132Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 16 - Thu, Nov 26

10:38 am - 10:00 pmSFO San Francisco-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

24h 22m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Amsterdam Schiphol

11:55 pm - 12:55 pmNBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SFO San Francisco

24h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

$1,132Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 16 - Tue, Nov 24

7:00 am - 9:35 pmSFO San Francisco-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

27h 35m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle

11:55 pm - 12:55 pmNBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SFO San Francisco

24h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

$1,170Delta

Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 22

7:00 am - 9:35 pmSFO San Francisco-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

27h 35m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle

11:55 pm - 12:55 pmNBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SFO San Francisco

24h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

$1,170Delta

Sun, Nov 15 - Tue, Nov 24

11:59 pm - 9:15 pmSFO San Francisco-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

34h 16m2 stops Newark Brussels Bruxelles-National

11:55 pm - 12:35 pmNBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SFO San Francisco

23h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

$1,250United Airlines

Sat, Nov 14 - Mon, Nov 23

11:59 pm - 9:15 pmSFO San Francisco-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

34h 16m2 stops Newark Brussels Bruxelles-National

11:55 pm - 12:35 pmNBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SFO San Francisco

23h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

$1,250United Airlines

Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 25

1:50 pm - 10:10 pmSFO San Francisco-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

21h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

11:55 pm - 4:05 pmNBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SFO San Francisco

27h 10m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

$1,263Lufthansa

Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 25

10:25 pm - 11:05 amSFO San Francisco-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

25h 40m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

11:35 pm - 2:45 pmNBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SFO San Francisco

26h 10m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,264Kenya Airways

Sat, Nov 14 - Sun, Nov 22

11:05 pm - 11:05 amSFO San Francisco-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

25h 00m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

11:35 pm - 2:45 pmNBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SFO San Francisco

26h 10m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,264Kenya Airways

Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 22

2:45 pm - 10:10 pmSFO San Francisco-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

20h 25m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

11:55 pm - 12:35 pmNBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SFO San Francisco

23h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

$2,237Lufthansa

Wed, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 23

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Emirates flights from San Francisco to Nairobi

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Emirates

Jan 20

SFO3:40 pmSan Francisco

26h 55m

1 stop

NBO5:35 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Feb 11

NBO10:45 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

25h 50m

1 stop

SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco

$999

Emirates

Feb 9

SFO3:40 pmSan Francisco

26h 55m

1 stop

NBO5:35 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Feb 23

NBO7:15 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

41h 20m

1 stop

SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco

$1,016

Emirates

Feb 15

SFO3:40 pmSan Francisco

36h 00m

1 stop

NBO2:40 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Feb 25

NBO4:45 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

31h 50m

1 stop

SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco

$1,019

Turkish Airlines flights from San Francisco to Nairobi

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Turkish Airlines

Mar 24

SFO7:35 pmSan Francisco

21h 30m

1 stop

NBO3:05 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Apr 3

NBO3:10 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

23h 45m

1 stop

SFO4:55 pmSan Francisco

$1,054

Turkish Airlines

Mar 23

SFO7:35 pmSan Francisco

21h 30m

1 stop

NBO3:05 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Apr 6

NBO3:10 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

23h 45m

1 stop

SFO4:55 pmSan Francisco

$1,089

Turkish Airlines

Mar 23

SFO7:35 pmSan Francisco

21h 30m

1 stop

NBO3:05 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Apr 5

NBO3:10 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

23h 45m

1 stop

SFO4:55 pmSan Francisco

$1,090

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SFO San Francisco - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SFONBO

San Francisco

Tue 3/23

4:45 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop35h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 4/27

4:35 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop31h 25m

$999

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SFO San Francisco - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SFONBO

San Francisco

Wed 2/3

3:40 pm-5:35 am

1 stop26h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 3/10

4:45 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop31h 50m

$999

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SFO San Francisco - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SFONBO

San Francisco

Wed 3/24

7:35 pm-3:05 am

1 stop21h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 4/3

3:10 am-4:55 pm

1 stop23h 45m

$1,054

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO San Francisco - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SFONBO

San Francisco

Tue 3/23

7:35 pm-3:05 am

1 stop21h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 4/6

3:10 am-4:55 pm

1 stop23h 45m

$1,089

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SFO San Francisco - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SFONBO

San Francisco

Tue 2/23

3:35 pm-12:05 am

1 stop21h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 3/1

1:35 am-12:40 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$1,105

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO San Francisco - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SFONBO

San Francisco

Fri 4/30

11:47 pm-6:10 am

2 stops44h 23m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 5/3

1:25 pm-11:57 pm

2 stops44h 32m

$1,110

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO San Francisco - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SFONBO

San Francisco

Mon 1/18

3:00 pm-7:15 am

1 stop29h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 1/24

1:35 am-12:40 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$1,111

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO San Francisco - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SFONBO

San Francisco

Fri 11/27

1:50 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop21h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 12/10

11:59 pm-11:45 am

1 stop22h 46m

$1,118

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO San Francisco - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SFONBO

San Francisco

Tue 12/1

9:59 am-10:00 pm

2 stops25h 01m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 12/8

11:59 pm-11:45 am

1 stop22h 46m

$1,131

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO San Francisco - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SFONBO

San Francisco

Thu 12/3

6:00 am-9:35 pm

2 stops28h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 12/10

11:59 pm-11:45 am

1 stop22h 46m

$1,132

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $1,062 to $1,315.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $999.

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 $1,089, 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 September is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,092.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco 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 $1,270 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 $1,129 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	24h 39m
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The best one-way flight to Nairobi from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $635. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Nairobi found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $999.

The fastest flight from San Francisco to Nairobi takes 24h 39m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from San Francisco to Nairobi

How far is San Francisco to Nairobi by plane?
The straight-line distance from San Francisco to Nairobi is 9584.6 mi. Flights usually cover this in 24h 39m, 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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The number of operators available for flights from San Francisco Airport to Nairobi is 11 as of November 2026.
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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SAUDIA	PriceFrom $731	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 679 reviews	Search SAUDIA flights
Brussels Airlines	PriceFrom $771	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 437 reviews	Search Brussels Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $838	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,467 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $905	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,702 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Delta	PriceFrom $907	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,704 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $949	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 10,472 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $993	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,289 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,001	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,694 reviews	Search Emirates flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,154	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,285 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $1,187	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 336 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights

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