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$381+ Cheap flights from California to Nairobi

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — NBO
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Wed 4/22
Wed 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Nairobi

Cheapest flights from California to Nairobi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Nairobi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 23, 2026.

This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/110:40 am
SAN
-
NBO
2 stops27h 10m
Qatar Airways
Sat 10/315:00 pm
NBO
-
SAN
2 stops30h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/23$787
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 5/53:21 pm
SAN
-
NBO
2 stops31h 34m
Qatar Airways
Tue 5/1210:25 am
NBO
-
SAN
2 stops39h 26m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/20$788
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Fri 5/13:21 pm
SAN
-
NBO
2 stops31h 34m
Qatar Airways
Mon 5/184:10 pm
NBO
-
SAN
2 stops33h 41m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/19$807
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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.
Thu 4/1612:55 pm
SFO
-
NBO
1 stop26h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 4/213:10 am
NBO
-
SFO
1 stop23h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/18$852
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/12:00 pm
SAN
-
NBO
1 stop21h 00m
Delta
Wed 12/1611:59 pm
NBO
-
SAN
1 stop23h 06m
Delta
Deal found 3/20$876
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Mon 8/2412:55 pm
SFO
-
NBO
1 stop26h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 10/193:10 am
NBO
-
SFO
1 stop23h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/19$878
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/210:00 am
SAN
-
NBO
2 stops25h 00m
Delta
Wed 12/1611:59 pm
NBO
-
SAN
1 stop23h 06m
Delta
Deal found 3/20$880
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Mon 4/1312:55 pm
SFO
-
NBO
1 stop26h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 5/33:10 am
NBO
-
SFO
1 stop41h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/20$890
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/66:45 pm
SFO
-
NBO
1 stop20h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 5/123:10 am
NBO
-
SFO
1 stop41h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/22$892
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/51:30 pm
SAN
-
NBO
2 stops28h 30m
Delta
Wed 12/1611:00 pm
NBO
-
SAN
2 stops30h 55m
Delta
Deal found 3/20$902
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/710:40 pm
SAN
-
NBO
2 stops43h 20m
Delta
Wed 12/1611:59 pm
NBO
-
SAN
1 stop23h 06m
Delta
Deal found 3/20$903
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/712:55 pm
SFO
-
NBO
1 stop26h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 6/63:10 am
NBO
-
SFO
1 stop23h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/22$905

Find flight deals from California to Nairobi

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Nairobi flight deals. Data was last updated March 23, 2026.

Round-trip from

$788
(Ovago)

One-way from

$381
(KAYAK)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,084
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 23, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Nairobi that are best for you.

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San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Thu 8/27

9:53 am-9:55 pm

2 stops26h 02m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 9/14

11:50 pm-11:45 am

1 stop21h 55m

$911

BurbankNairobi

BUR - NBO

BURNBO

Burbank Bob Hope

Tue 5/5

12:40 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops23h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 5/12

11:05 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops32h 40m

$922

San JoseNairobi

SJC - NBO

SJCNBO

San Jose

Sun 6/7

7:20 am-8:45 pm

2 stops27h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 6/19

11:05 pm-10:16 pm

2 stops33h 11m

$924

BurbankNairobi

BUR - NBO

BURNBO

Burbank Bob Hope

Sun 9/6

1:50 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops46h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 9/16

9:05 am-9:42 pm

2 stops46h 37m

$932

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Mon 4/20

12:55 pm-1:25 am

1 stop26h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 4/22

3:10 am-4:40 pm

1 stop23h 30m

$964

Los AngelesNairobi

LAX - NBO

LAXNBO

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 4/22

1:25 pm-1:25 am

1 stop26h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 4/28

3:10 am-6:15 pm

1 stop25h 05m

$990

Las VegasNairobi

LAS - NBO

LASNBO

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 9/2

12:00 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops25h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 9/15

1:20 am-6:17 pm

2 stops26h 57m

$1,031

BurbankNairobi

BUR - NBO

BURNBO

Burbank Bob Hope

Fri 9/11

12:45 pm-6:10 am

2 stops55h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 9/17

9:05 am-12:03 pm

2 stops60h 58m

$1,045

OaklandNairobi

OAK - NBO

OAKNBO

Oakland

Mon 8/31

12:49 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops25h 01m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 9/10

1:20 am-6:33 pm

2 stops27h 13m

$1,048

OaklandNairobi

OAK - NBO

OAKNBO

Oakland

Tue 4/21

7:00 am-11:50 pm

2 stops30h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 5/5

1:20 am-10:32 pm

2 stops31h 12m

$1,048

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Nairobi

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Nairobi?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Nairobi (average of $614). Flying from California to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,126). 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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Nairobi. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from California to Nairobi?

    Airlines like Qatar Airways, Delta, and Turkish Airlines fly from California to Nairobi in about 26h 02m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 32m. California and Nairobi are separated by a distance of 9599 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Nairobi one-way?

    $429 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and American Airlines, with prices starting from $469 and $497, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Nairobi?

    Most travelers choose San Francisco - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl, Los Angeles Los Angeles - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl or Ontario - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl when deciding on the best route from California to Nairobi.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Nairobi that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Nairobi flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Nairobi?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Nairobi.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Nairobi?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Nairobi by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Nairobi?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Nairobi (average of $614). Flying from California to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,126). 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 10 airlines flying from California to Nairobi

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Nairobi. 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 March 23, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SAUDIACheapest$733Average$1,171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$795Average$1,476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$838Average$1,189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$907Average$1,412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Brussels AirlinesCheapest$907Average$1,350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$936Average$1,422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air FranceCheapest$942Average$1,174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$944Average$1,685FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
KLMCheapest$951Average$1,497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$1,004Average$1,648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%

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