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$511+ 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 9/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — NBO
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Nairobi

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Nairobi flight deals. Data was last updated August 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$906
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$514
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,333
From California to Nairobi
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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 August 14, 2025.

This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/14:19 pmSFO - NBO
2 stops35h 21mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/811:40 pmNBO - SFO
2 stops32h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$906
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/1912:40 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop27h 10mTurkish Airlines
Mon 10/274:50 amNBO - SFO
1 stop22h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/14$907
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1012:40 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop27h 10mTurkish Airlines
Fri 10/173:35 amNBO - SFO
1 stop23h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/14$909
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/12:10 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop26h 55mTurkish Airlines
Thu 11/134:50 amNBO - SFO
1 stop22h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/14$911
This CrystalTravel 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/96:50 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop21h 15mTurkish Airlines
Fri 12/264:50 amNBO - SFO
1 stop22h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/14$916
This Air France 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/31:45 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/2511:30 pmNBO - SFO
1 stop25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$918
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 11/206:50 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop21h 15mTurkish Airlines
Sun 12/74:50 amNBO - SFO
1 stop22h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/13$920
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/86:50 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop21h 15mTurkish Airlines
Thu 12/254:50 amNBO - SFO
1 stop22h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/14$921
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/14:19 pmSFO - NBO
2 stops35h 21mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/3111:55 pmNBO - SFO
2 stops32h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$923
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Wed 10/13:55 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop35h 45mQatar Airways
Sat 10/256:00 pmNBO - SFO
2 stops36h 27mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/12$925
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/196:45 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop21h 05mTurkish Airlines
Sun 10/264:50 amNBO - SFO
1 stop22h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/14$926
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 11/176:45 amSJC - NBO
2 stops27h 35mDelta
Sun 12/711:59 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops27h 18mDelta
Deal found 8/12$932

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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 August 14, 2025.
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

Sun 10/19

12:40 pm-1:50 am

1 stop27h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 10/27

4:50 am-5:45 pm

1 stop22h 55m

$907

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Mon 10/20

6:45 pm-1:50 am

1 stop21h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 10/26

4:50 am-5:45 pm

1 stop22h 55m

$907

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Fri 10/10

12:40 pm-1:50 am

1 stop27h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 10/17

3:35 am-4:40 pm

1 stop23h 05m

$909

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Sat 11/1

2:10 pm-3:05 am

1 stop26h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 11/13

4:50 am-4:45 pm

1 stop22h 55m

$911

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Thu 9/11

1:45 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop22h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 9/18

11:59 pm-11:45 am

1 stop21h 46m

$918

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Wed 9/3

1:45 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop22h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 12/25

11:30 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop25h 05m

$918

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Sun 10/26

2:55 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop21h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 11/26

11:59 pm-11:50 am

1 stop22h 51m

$918

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Wed 10/29

2:55 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop21h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 11/12

11:30 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop25h 05m

$918

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Sun 10/26

10:30 am-9:20 pm

2 stops24h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 11/26

11:59 pm-11:50 am

1 stop22h 51m

$922

San JoseNairobi

SJC - NBO

SJCNBO

San Jose

Tue 2/3

7:10 am-9:20 pm

2 stops27h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 2/8

11:30 pm-5:48 pm

2 stops29h 18m

$932

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Nairobi (average of $1,009). Flying from California to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,484). 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 CA to NBO?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Nairobi. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 14, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Nairobi as you normally would.

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

    $516 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Turkish Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and United Airlines, with prices starting from $594 and $699, respectively.

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

    Most travelers choose San Francisco - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl, 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Nairobi (average of $1,009). Flying from California to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,484). 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 August 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest$464Average$1,092FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
SAUDIACheapest$712Average$1,085FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
United AirlinesCheapest$759Average$1,517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$762Average$1,034FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$838Average$1,371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$918Average$1,414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Brussels AirlinesCheapest$922Average$1,370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$925Average$1,822FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air CanadaCheapest$927Average$1,495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Air FranceCheapest$928Average$1,039FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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