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$458+ Cheap flights to Kenya

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Flights to Kenya in 2026

Cheapest flights to Kenya
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Kenya. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on May 25, 2026.

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Tue 5/269:45 pm
EWR
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NBO
2 stops20h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 6/13:20 am
NBO
-
EWR
2 stops23h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/25$957
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/269:45 pm
EWR
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NBO
2 stops20h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 6/243:20 am
NBO
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EWR
2 stops23h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/24$971
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2010:00 pm
JFK
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NBO
1 stop19h 05m
Qatar Airways
Tue 10/271:00 pm
NBO
-
JFK
2 stops27h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/22$991
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/39:00 pm
JFK
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NBO
1 stop19h 05m
Qatar Airways
Tue 11/105:30 am
NBO
-
JFK
2 stops41h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/23$992
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/1810:00 pm
JFK
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NBO
1 stop19h 05m
Qatar Airways
Mon 10/265:30 am
NBO
-
JFK
2 stops41h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/22$993
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/2210:00 pm
JFK
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NBO
1 stop18h 50m
Qatar Airways
Sun 9/68:50 pm
NBO
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JFK
2 stops43h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/25$994

Find flights to Kenya

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Find the latest flights to Kenya in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on May 25, 2026.

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Average price

$1,220

Round-trip from

$989

One-way from

$458

Good round-trip deal

$1,263 or less

Good one-way deal

$666 or less
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Locate flights to Kenya that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on May 25, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights to Kenya that are best for you.

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Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

New YorkNairobi

JFK - NBO

JFKNBO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 7/13

10:20 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops33h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 7/24

4:35 pm-8:50 am

1 stop23h 15m

$1,156

New YorkNairobi

LGA - NBO

LGANBO

New York LaGuardia

Sun 5/31

7:28 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops42h 12m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 6/12

10:20 pm-5:27 pm

2 stops26h 07m

$1,160

New YorkNairobi

LGA - NBO

LGANBO

New York LaGuardia

Sat 5/30

11:25 am-8:45 pm

2 stops26h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 6/23

11:50 pm-3:55 pm

2 stops23h 05m

$1,162

New YorkNairobi

JFK - NBO

JFKNBO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 6/1

6:00 am-8:45 pm

2 stops31h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 6/8

11:25 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops28h 45m

$1,164

New YorkNairobi

LGA - NBO

LGANBO

New York LaGuardia

Tue 7/7

4:07 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops22h 48m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 7/19

10:00 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops25h 30m

$1,165

New YorkNairobi

JFK - NBO

JFKNBO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 6/1

5:30 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop20h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 6/16

11:50 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops26h 45m

$1,190

New YorkMombasa

JFK - MBA

JFKMBA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 10/30

11:00 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop32h 00m

Mombasa Moi Intl

Fri 11/6

9:35 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops29h 20m

$1,192

New YorkNairobi

JFK - NBO

JFKNBO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 8/9

3:45 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop19h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 8/12

1:35 pm-8:35 am

1 stop26h 00m

$1,194

New YorkNairobi

LGA - NBO

LGANBO

New York LaGuardia

Tue 6/2

10:29 am-10:25 pm

3 stops28h 56m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 6/17

11:40 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops30h 50m

$1,233

New YorkMombasa

JFK - MBA

JFKMBA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 9/17

11:00 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop38h 25m

Mombasa Moi Intl

Mon 9/21

9:25 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop24h 00m

$1,259

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight to Kenya

How long is the flight to Kenya?

On average, a flight from New York to Kenya takes 23 hours 30 minutes. Flights to Kenya from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Kenya?

The most popular airlines flying from New York to Kenya are Kenya Airways, Delta and United Airlines.

Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From $677
Delta
Delta
From $542
Kenya Airways
Kenya Airways
From $770
United Airlines
United Airlines
From $784

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Kenya?

The cheapest airlines flying from New York to Kenya are Egyptair, Etihad Airways and Ethiopian Air.

Rainfall in Kenya by month

Plan your trip to Kenya by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kenya ranges from 0.4 - 6.3 inches per month. April is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Kenya when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Kenya by month

Plan your trip to Kenya by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kenya, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 62.6 F).

When is the best time to book a flight to Kenya?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Kenya, you should look to book at least 84 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What are the most popular places to fly to in Kenya?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to Kenya in the last few years. This data was updated on May 25, 2026.
The most popular places in Kenya to fly to are Nairobi, Mombasa, Ukunda, Malindi and Kisumu.

Reviews of airlines servicing Kenya

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kenya. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Kenya. Reviews last updated May 25, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines servicing Kenya, such as Delta,United Airlines, andEtihad Airways. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,429 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
Delta
7.9
Good
8,429 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,429 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,751 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,429 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,441 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,429 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
JetBlue
7.1
Good
2,982 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,429 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
Kenya Airways
6.7
Okay
303 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,429 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work

FAQs about flying to Kenya

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Kenya if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Kenya on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Kenya?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Turkish Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Kenya.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Kenya?

    Lamu is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Kenya. One-way flights to Lamu typically cost $37, while round-trip flights cost around $52.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Kenya?

    A round-trip flight to Kenya will typically cost around $125, however they can be found for as little as $64.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Kenya depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Kenya, New York offers the quickest one-way flight (13 hours 30 minutes).

  • Does Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl?

    Yes. Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Homestay - best home in nairobi kenya welcome is the closest property to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (0.0 mi away from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl).

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