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$462+ Cheap flights from Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) to Frankfurt (FRA)

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NBO — FRA
Aug 20 — Aug 271
Wed 8/20
Wed 8/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Frankfurt am Main are usually found in April or January, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Frankfurt

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) to Frankfurt (FRA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated August 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$757
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$462
(SmartFares)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,162

Good round-trip deal

$1,089 or less

Good one-way deal

$851 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Frankfurt. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 15, 2025.

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Tue 11/111:40 pmNBO - FRA
1 stop30h 55mEtihad Airways
Fri 11/219:20 pmFRA - NBO
1 stop13h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 8/14$757
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Sun 9/146:20 pmNBO - FRA
1 stop25h 40mEtihad Airways
Fri 9/1911:20 amFRA - NBO
1 stop24h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 8/13$758
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Sun 9/141:50 pmNBO - FRA
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/195:45 pmFRA - NBO
2 stops18h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/13$772
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Thu 9/181:50 pmNBO - FRA
3 stops28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/215:45 pmFRA - NBO
2 stops18h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/13$774
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Sat 11/221:40 pmNBO - FRA
1 stop30h 55mEtihad Airways
Sun 11/309:50 amFRA - NBO
1 stop18h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 8/14$777
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Fri 9/261:20 amNBO - FRA
1 stop14h 15mQatar Airways
Sat 10/45:15 pmFRA - NBO
1 stop19h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/13$785
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Thu 9/181:50 pmNBO - FRA
2 stops23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/275:25 pmFRA - NBO
3 stops44h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$802
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Wed 9/171:20 amNBO - FRA
1 stop14h 15mQatar Airways
Mon 9/228:30 pmFRA - NBO
1 stop16h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/13$814
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/101:35 amNBO - FRA
1 stop13h 45mQatar Airways
Fri 11/213:00 pmFRA - NBO
1 stop14h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/14$821
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Wed 9/171:20 amNBO - FRA
1 stop14h 15mQatar Airways
Sat 9/275:15 pmFRA - NBO
1 stop19h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/14$826
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Thu 11/201:35 amNBO - FRA
1 stop13h 45mQatar Airways
Tue 11/253:00 pmFRA - NBO
1 stop14h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/14$828
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Wed 9/171:20 amNBO - FRA
1 stop14h 15mQatar Airways
Sun 9/218:30 pmFRA - NBO
1 stop16h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/13$829

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NBO - FRA

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Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 9/23

6:20 pm-7:00 am

1 stop13h 40m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 9/29

10:00 pm-6:05 am

1 stop31h 05m

$757

NairobiFrankfurt am Main

NBO - FRA

NBOFRA

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 11/11

1:40 pm-6:05 am

1 stop18h 25m

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 11/21

9:50 am-12:45 pm

1 stop24h 55m

$757

NairobiFrankfurt am Main

NBO - FRA

NBOFRA

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 11/15

1:40 pm-6:05 am

1 stop18h 25m

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 11/22

9:50 am-12:45 pm

1 stop24h 55m

$758

NairobiFrankfurt am Main

NBO - FRA

NBOFRA

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 9/14

6:20 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop25h 40m

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 9/19

11:20 am-12:40 pm

1 stop24h 20m

$758

NairobiFrankfurt am Main

NBO - FRA

NBOFRA

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 9/14

1:50 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops29h 55m

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 9/19

5:45 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops18h 20m

$772

NairobiFrankfurt am Main

NBO - FRA

NBOFRA

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 9/18

1:50 pm-5:25 pm

3 stops28h 35m

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 9/21

5:45 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops18h 20m

$774

NairobiFrankfurt am Main

NBO - FRA

NBOFRA

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 11/22

1:40 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop30h 55m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 11/26

9:20 pm-6:20 am

1 stop31h 00m

$777

NairobiFrankfurt am Main

NBO - FRA

NBOFRA

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 11/22

1:40 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop30h 55m

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 11/30

9:50 am-6:20 am

1 stop18h 30m

$777

NairobiFrankfurt am Main

NBO - FRA

NBOFRA

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 11/22

1:40 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop30h 55m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 12/1

9:20 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop13h 25m

$777

NairobiFrankfurt am Main

NBO - FRA

NBOFRA

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 11/21

7:15 am-6:05 am

1 stop24h 50m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 12/1

9:20 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop13h 25m

$777

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport trip
Airports
NBO

Expect strict security at NBO. Arrive early, especially for evening flights, to navigate security checks and avoid long lines.

Read more about NBOby Richard Holmes
FRA

For a quick city transfer, take the S8 or S9 trains from FRA to Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof, departing every 15 minutes.

Read more about FRAby Blane Bachelor
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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Richard Holmes

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Richard Holmes

Richard Holmes

Based in Cape Town, Richard Holmes is a freelance travel writer who spends plenty of time at 35 000 feet. He’s deeply in love with the Okavango Delta, and has Antarctica at the top of his travelling bucket-list. When he’s not on another plane, you’ll find him running the trails of Table Mountain or surfing his local break.

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Best time to book a flight from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Frankfurt

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Frankfurt. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport, you should look to book at least 82 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 is the cheapest month to book a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of $729). Flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,091). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NBO to FRA?

Find hourly flight availability from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Frankfurt. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 15, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 30% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing Frankfurt

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Frankfurt. 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 Frankfurt. Reviews last updated August 15, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport, such as Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, and Turkish Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,608 reviews

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Mohamed,Jul 2025

BKK - DOH

boarding process was smooth, Crew was excellent. i booked Comfort+ the seat was good but very old and the entertainment screen get stuck and difficult to control again maybe because its old device brought from other old airplanes not belong to Qatar Airways new fleets. Food is not at all matching the hype of Qatarairways, what i had in Emirates or Etihad economy class is way better.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,608 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,608 reviews

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Mohamed,Jul 2025

BKK - DOH

boarding process was smooth, Crew was excellent. i booked Comfort+ the seat was good but very old and the entertainment screen get stuck and difficult to control again maybe because its old device brought from other old airplanes not belong to Qatar Airways new fleets. Food is not at all matching the hype of Qatarairways, what i had in Emirates or Etihad economy class is way better.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,232 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,608 reviews

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Mohamed,Jul 2025

BKK - DOH

boarding process was smooth, Crew was excellent. i booked Comfort+ the seat was good but very old and the entertainment screen get stuck and difficult to control again maybe because its old device brought from other old airplanes not belong to Qatar Airways new fleets. Food is not at all matching the hype of Qatarairways, what i had in Emirates or Etihad economy class is way better.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,940 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,608 reviews

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Mohamed,Jul 2025

BKK - DOH

boarding process was smooth, Crew was excellent. i booked Comfort+ the seat was good but very old and the entertainment screen get stuck and difficult to control again maybe because its old device brought from other old airplanes not belong to Qatar Airways new fleets. Food is not at all matching the hype of Qatarairways, what i had in Emirates or Etihad economy class is way better.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
827 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,608 reviews

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Mohamed,Jul 2025

BKK - DOH

boarding process was smooth, Crew was excellent. i booked Comfort+ the seat was good but very old and the entertainment screen get stuck and difficult to control again maybe because its old device brought from other old airplanes not belong to Qatar Airways new fleets. Food is not at all matching the hype of Qatarairways, what i had in Emirates or Etihad economy class is way better.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,321 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,608 reviews

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Mohamed,Jul 2025

BKK - DOH

boarding process was smooth, Crew was excellent. i booked Comfort+ the seat was good but very old and the entertainment screen get stuck and difficult to control again maybe because its old device brought from other old airplanes not belong to Qatar Airways new fleets. Food is not at all matching the hype of Qatarairways, what i had in Emirates or Etihad economy class is way better.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport round-trip?

    Ethiopian Air, at $513, was found to be the cheapest airline from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Etihad Airways and SAUDIA. Ethiopian Air is priced at 40% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport are Brussels Airlines (63%), Air Canada (61%) and United Airlines (61%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    While on average a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport is generally $1,832, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $700. When looking at the most popular route, (Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl - Frankfurt am Main), you can expect to pay $693 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Frankfurt that include hotel bookings?

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of $729). Flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,091). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 9 airlines flying from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Frankfurt

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Frankfurt. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest$513Average$914FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$542Average$718FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SAUDIACheapest$581Average$608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Air FranceCheapest$708Average$895FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Gulf AirCheapest$712Average$743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$752Average$794FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$787Average$841FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
LufthansaCheapest$807Average$1,079FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$857Average$957FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%

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