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$494+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA 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 1/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — NBO
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/317:10 pmLAX - NBO
2 stops39h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/3010:50 pmNBO - LAX
1 stop24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$967
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/287:10 pmLAX - NBO
3 stops64h 35mSWISS
Fri 1/2311:40 pmNBO - LAX
2 stops27h 55mSWISS
Deal found 12/18$974
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/307:10 pmLAX - NBO
2 stops63h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/1911:40 pmNBO - LAX
2 stops33h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$976
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/295:30 pmLAX - NBO
3 stops42h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/2311:40 pmNBO - LAX
2 stops51h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$982
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Mon 12/295:30 pmLAX - NBO
3 stops42h 15mBrussels Airlines
Fri 1/2311:40 pmNBO - LAX
2 stops50h 35mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 12/17$992
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Fri 12/265:30 pmLAX - NBO
3 stops42h 15mLufthansa
Fri 1/2311:40 pmNBO - LAX
2 stops50h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 12/16$1,048
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Sat 12/275:30 pmLAX - NBO
2 stops40h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/2311:40 pmNBO - LAX
2 stops27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,102
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Sat 12/275:30 pmLAX - NBO
2 stops40h 45mBrussels Airlines
Fri 1/2311:40 pmNBO - LAX
2 stops50h 35mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,127
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/267:10 pmLAX - NBO
3 stops40h 35mSWISS
Fri 1/2311:40 pmNBO - LAX
2 stops51h 55mSWISS
Deal found 12/16$1,130
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Wed 12/311:05 pmLAX - NBO
1 stop27h 00mTurkish Airlines
Wed 4/293:10 amNBO - LAX
1 stop42h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,207
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Mon 12/2912:25 amLAX - NBO
3 stops35h 20mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/2311:40 pmNBO - LAX
2 stops32h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,208

Find flight deals from Irvine to Nairobi

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Irvine to Nairobi flight deals. Data was last updated December 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$935
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$494
(CrystalTravel)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,682
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Irvine to Nairobi that are best for you.

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Los AngelesNairobi

LAX - NBO

LAXNBO

Los Angeles

Thu 1/22

8:20 am-9:15 pm

2 stops25h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 2/9

11:40 pm-8:44 pm

2 stops32h 04m

$935

Los AngelesNairobi

LAX - NBO

LAXNBO

Los Angeles

Thu 1/29

7:00 am-9:15 pm

2 stops27h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 2/2

11:40 pm-6:47 pm

2 stops30h 07m

$935

Los AngelesNairobi

LAX - NBO

LAXNBO

Los Angeles

Thu 1/29

8:20 am-9:15 pm

2 stops25h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 2/6

11:40 pm-7:09 pm

2 stops30h 29m

$935

Los AngelesNairobi

LAX - NBO

LAXNBO

Los Angeles

Sun 3/8

2:45 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop21h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 3/22

11:35 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop33h 32m

$937

Los AngelesNairobi

LAX - NBO

LAXNBO

Los Angeles

Sun 2/1

7:20 am-10:00 pm

2 stops27h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 3/24

11:35 pm-9:31 pm

1 stop31h 56m

$941

Los AngelesNairobi

LAX - NBO

LAXNBO

Los Angeles

Thu 1/29

6:45 pm-3:20 am

1 stop21h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 2/5

4:50 am-4:50 pm

1 stop23h 00m

$956

Los AngelesNairobi

LAX - NBO

LAXNBO

Los Angeles

Sat 2/28

7:10 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops39h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 4/4

10:20 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops52h 10m

$960

Los AngelesNairobi

LAX - NBO

LAXNBO

Los Angeles

Mon 2/2

11:05 pm-10:45 pm

3 stops36h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 3/19

11:55 pm-11:53 am

2 stops45h 58m

$964

Los AngelesNairobi

LAX - NBO

LAXNBO

Los Angeles

Sun 1/18

9:55 am-9:10 pm

2 stops24h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 2/2

11:20 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop24h 50m

$973

Los AngelesNairobi

LAX - NBO

LAXNBO

Los Angeles

Sat 1/17

8:00 am-10:00 pm

2 stops27h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 1/29

11:20 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop27h 45m

$973

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Best time to book a flight from Irvine to Nairobi

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Irvine to Nairobi?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Irvine to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Irvine to Nairobi is 51 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Nairobi (average of $779). Flying from Irvine to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,103). 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 IR9 to NBO?

Find hourly flight availability from Irvine 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 December 18, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Irvine to Nairobi in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 22% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Irvine to Nairobi?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Irvine to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Irvine to Nairobi flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Nairobi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nairobi. 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 Nairobi. Reviews last updated December 18, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Qatar Airways, and United Airlines from Irvine to Nairobi have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,685 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,105 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,585 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Irvine to Nairobi?

    For as low as $937, United Airlines can have you in Nairobi from Irvine in 21h 15m. Airlines will cover a distance of 9670 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $454 on SAUDIA. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from $470 and Turkish Airlines from $484 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Irvine 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 Irvine to Nairobi?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Nairobi (average of $779). Flying from Irvine to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,103). 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 Irvine to Nairobi

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Irvine 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SAUDIACheapest$712Average$1,047FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$862Average$1,233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$910Average$1,290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$917Average$1,378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
KLMCheapest$925Average$1,497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$940Average$1,048FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$975Average$1,341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$979Average$1,216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Brussels AirlinesCheapest$986Average$1,434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SWISSCheapest$1,009Average$1,113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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