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$1,242+ Cheap flights from Knoxville (TYS) to Nairobi

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TYS — NBO
Mar 7 — Mar 141
Sat 3/7
Sat 3/14
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Cheap flight deals from Knoxville to Nairobi

Cheapest flights from Knoxville to Nairobi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Knoxville to Nairobi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 5, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/187:25 pm
TYS
-
NBO
2 stops41h 50m
United Airlines
Sun 2/2211:55 pm
NBO
-
TYS
2 stops42h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/3$1,242
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Wed 2/186:10 am
TYS
-
NBO
2 stops33h 55m
Qatar Airways
Sun 2/228:45 am
NBO
-
TYS
2 stops44h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/2$1,304
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/206:21 pm
TYS
-
NBO
2 stops46h 44m
Qatar Airways
Fri 3/275:00 pm
NBO
-
TYS
2 stops30h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/3$1,336
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 6/110:45 am
TYS
-
NBO
2 stops26h 50m
Lufthansa
Wed 7/110:50 pm
NBO
-
TYS
2 stops29h 19m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/2$1,450
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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.
Sat 5/235:57 pm
TYS
-
NBO
2 stops43h 23m
Lufthansa
Sat 6/2710:50 pm
NBO
-
TYS
2 stops25h 11m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/4$1,473
This Brussels Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 Brussels Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/202:21 pm
TYS
-
NBO
3 stops48h 19m
Brussels Airlines
Fri 3/2711:55 pm
NBO
-
TYS
3 stops50h 47m
Brussels Airlines
Deal found 2/3$1,569
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/207:25 pm
TYS
-
NBO
3 stops44h 20m
United Airlines
Fri 3/2711:55 pm
NBO
-
TYS
2 stops27h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/3$1,578
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Mon 6/16:00 am
TYS
-
NBO
2 stops34h 50m
Qatar Airways
Wed 7/16:00 pm
NBO
-
TYS
2 stops26h 18m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/3$1,587
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 6/16:30 am
TYS
-
NBO
2 stops23h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 7/15:30 pm
NBO
-
TYS
3 stops30h 31m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/2$1,893

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Knoxville (TYS) to Nairobi (NB0). 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 February 5, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,242
(United Airlines)

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July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,249
From Knoxville McGhee Tyson to Nairobi
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Knoxville 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 February 5, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Knoxville to Nairobi that are best for you.

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KnoxvilleNairobi

TYS - NBO

TYSNBO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 2/18

7:25 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops41h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 2/22

11:55 pm-10:49 am

2 stops42h 54m

$1,242

KnoxvilleNairobi

TYS - NBO

TYSNBO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 2/18

6:10 am-12:05 am

2 stops33h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 2/22

8:45 am-9:05 pm

2 stops44h 20m

$1,304

KnoxvilleNairobi

TYS - NBO

TYSNBO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 3/20

6:21 pm-12:05 am

2 stops46h 44m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 3/27

5:00 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops30h 15m

$1,336

KnoxvilleNairobi

TYS - NBO

TYSNBO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 6/1

10:45 am-8:35 pm

2 stops26h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 7/1

10:50 pm-9:09 pm

2 stops29h 19m

$1,450

KnoxvilleNairobi

TYS - NBO

TYSNBO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 5/23

5:57 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops43h 23m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 6/27

10:50 pm-5:01 pm

2 stops25h 11m

$1,473

KnoxvilleNairobi

TYS - NBO

TYSNBO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 3/20

7:25 pm-10:45 pm

3 stops44h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 3/27

11:55 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops27h 00m

$1,578

KnoxvilleNairobi

TYS - NBO

TYSNBO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 6/1

6:00 am-11:50 pm

2 stops34h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 7/1

6:00 pm-1:18 pm

2 stops26h 18m

$1,587

KnoxvilleNairobi

TYS - NBO

TYSNBO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 6/1

6:30 am-1:10 pm

2 stops23h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 7/1

5:30 pm-5:01 pm

3 stops30h 31m

$1,893

KnoxvilleNairobi

TYS - NBO

TYSNBO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 5/23

6:30 am-1:10 pm

2 stops23h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 6/27

5:30 pm-5:01 pm

3 stops30h 31m

$1,952

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Deals found on 2/3

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to Nairobi (average of $1,216). Flying from Knoxville to Nairobi in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,640). 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.

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 February 5, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta and British Airways from Knoxville to Nairobi to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,146 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,146 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,146 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,716 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,146 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Knoxville to Nairobi?

    Most people fly from Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS) if they book a flight from Knoxville to Nairobi. On average, McGhee Tyson has 0 outbound flights to Nairobi per day from 2 airlines. Knoxville McGhee Tyson is conveniently located just 11.3 mi from Knoxville’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Knoxville to Nairobi?

    United Airlines and Qatar Airways can get you from Knoxville to Nairobi in just under 33h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 7h 55m. The distance from Knoxville to Nairobi is about 7973 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Knoxville to Nairobi round-trip?

    According to our current data, Delta ($1,187), and British Airways ($1,216) offers the cheapest pricing from Knoxville to Nairobi. Delta is priced at 18% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to Nairobi (average of $1,216). Flying from Knoxville to Nairobi in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,640). 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 2 airlines flying from Knoxville to Nairobi

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Knoxville 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 February 5, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$1,187Average$1,620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$1,216Average$1,451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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