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$488+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Nairobi

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LAX — NBO
Aug 5 — Aug 121
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles to Nairobi are usually found in February or October, booked 67 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to Nairobi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) 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 July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,031
(Ovago)

One-way from

$488
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,447
From Los Angeles to Nairobi
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Nairobi
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($96 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($60 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Nairobi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Nairobi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 10/2112:00 pmLAX - NBO
2 stops25h 50mQatar Airways
Sat 11/15:00 pmNBO - LAX
1 stop30h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/31$1,073
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 11/312:30 pmLAX - NBO
3 stops47h 15mAir Canada
Thu 11/2711:55 pmNBO - LAX
2 stops29h 11mAir Canada
Deal found 7/31$1,081
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/1211:59 pmLAX - NBO
3 stops36h 31mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/2310:55 pmNBO - LAX
1 stop24h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,086
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 11/191:45 pmLAX - NBO
1 stop21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/3011:30 pmNBO - LAX
1 stop27h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$1,089
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/308:14 amLAX - NBO
2 stops27h 06mKLM
Mon 11/311:30 pmNBO - LAX
1 stop24h 40mKLM
Deal found 7/28$1,099
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Wed 9/177:35 pmLAX - NBO
3 stops40h 55mSWISS
Mon 1/1211:40 pmNBO - LAX
2 stops27h 55mSWISS
Deal found 7/30$1,104
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Fri 10/314:10 pmLAX - NBO
2 stops34h 10mRwandAir
Wed 11/268:50 pmNBO - LAX
2 stops27h 00mRwandAir
Deal found 7/30$1,109
This Brussels Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/195:30 pmLAX - NBO
2 stops64h 50mBrussels Airlines
Sat 10/410:45 pmNBO - LAX
2 stops26h 30mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 7/29$1,111
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Sat 8/307:55 pmLAX - NBO
1 stop43h 55mTurkish Airlines
Fri 9/53:35 amNBO - LAX
1 stop24h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/31$1,116
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Thu 8/77:00 amLAX - NBO
2 stops26h 55mDelta
Fri 12/511:30 pmNBO - LAX
1 stop27h 35mDelta
Deal found 7/29$1,142
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sat 10/188:15 amLAX - NBO
3 stops28h 15mLufthansa
Sat 11/2211:55 pmNBO - LAX
1 stop24h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 7/31$1,150
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Tue 10/2811:30 pmLAX - NBO
2 stops27h 40mEthiopian Air
Mon 11/173:45 amNBO - LAX
3 stops46h 41mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/29$1,167

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to Nairobi that are best for you.

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Los AngelesNairobi

LAX - NBO

LAXNBO

Los Angeles

Tue 10/21

12:00 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops25h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 11/1

5:00 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop30h 50m

$1,073

Los AngelesNairobi

LAX - NBO

LAXNBO

Los Angeles

Fri 9/12

11:59 pm-10:30 pm

3 stops36h 31m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 9/23

10:55 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop24h 05m

$1,086

Los AngelesNairobi

LAX - NBO

LAXNBO

Los Angeles

Wed 9/17

7:35 pm-10:30 pm

3 stops40h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 1/12

11:40 pm-4:35 pm

2 stops27h 55m

$1,104

Los AngelesNairobi

LAX - NBO

LAXNBO

Los Angeles

Wed 10/1

6:40 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop40h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 10/14

10:55 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop24h 05m

$1,109

Los AngelesNairobi

LAX - NBO

LAXNBO

Los Angeles

Fri 9/19

5:30 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops64h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 10/4

10:45 pm-3:15 pm

2 stops26h 30m

$1,111

Los AngelesNairobi

LAX - NBO

LAXNBO

Los Angeles

Sat 8/30

7:55 pm-1:50 am

1 stop43h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 9/5

3:35 am-6:00 pm

1 stop24h 25m

$1,116

Los AngelesNairobi

LAX - NBO

LAXNBO

Los Angeles

Thu 8/7

7:00 am-7:55 pm

2 stops26h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 12/5

11:30 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop27h 35m

$1,142

Los AngelesNairobi

LAX - NBO

LAXNBO

Los Angeles

Thu 8/7

7:35 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops38h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 12/5

11:55 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop24h 10m

$1,166

Los AngelesNairobi

LAX - NBO

LAXNBO

Los Angeles

Tue 10/28

11:30 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops27h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 11/17

3:45 am-3:26 pm

3 stops46h 41m

$1,167

Los AngelesNairobi

LAX - NBO

LAXNBO

Los Angeles

Wed 8/27

4:40 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop41h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 9/3

4:35 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop31h 40m

$1,179

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Los Angeles to Nairobi, you should look to book at least 67 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 Los Angeles to Nairobi?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Nairobi (average of $1,009). Flying from Los Angeles to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,485). 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 LAX to NBO?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 July 31, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Los Angeles to Nairobi is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 21% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to Nairobi?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to Nairobi flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings 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 July 31, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Cathay Pacific, and SWISS from Los Angeles 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.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

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.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

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.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

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.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

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.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

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.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Nairobi?

    Los Angeles (LAX) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Los Angeles to Nairobi. You should not have trouble finding flights to Nairobi from Los Angeles; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Nairobi per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 16 airlines have flights from the Los Angeles airport to Nairobi. It is only a 9.4 mi journey to Los Angeles (LAX) from Los Angeles’s city center.

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

    Flying on Qatar Airways is currently your cheapest option to Nairobi, with prices starting at $1,031. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa, with the lowest prices starting at $1,063 and $1,077, respectively. Qatar Airways is currently priced 12% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Turkish Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $507. Delta flights start at $549 while deals on RwandAir start at $626 one-way.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Los Angeles to Nairobi?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Doha?

    Most Doha visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Museum of Islamic Art, Katara Cultural Village, and Aspire Tower. Museum of Islamic Art, Katara Cultural Village and Aspire Tower are located about 5.2 mi, 8.7 mi, and 10.6 mi, respectively from Doha Hamad Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers in need of a car in Doha can rent one for about $19 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Istanbul?

    The majority of Istanbul visitors spend their time at Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii, and Beyazit Meydani. Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii, and Beyazit Meydani can be accessed by traveling approximately 20.8 mi, 22.3 mi, and 21.7 mi, respectively from Istanbul. Travelers can book a car rental at Istanbul for about $52 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Amsterdam?

    The majority of Amsterdam visitors spend their time at Museumplein, Van Gogh Museum, and Anne Frank Huis. Museumplein, Van Gogh Museum, and Anne Frank Huis are located about 6.0 mi, 6.0 mi, and 6.8 mi, respectively from Amsterdam Schiphol. Travelers can book a car rental at Amsterdam Schiphol for about $52 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Los Angeles to Nairobi flights?

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to Nairobi?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Nairobi?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Nairobi (average of $1,009). Flying from Los Angeles to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,485). 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 Los Angeles to Nairobi

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SAUDIACheapest$712Average$1,090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$866Average$1,153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$911Average$1,168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
DeltaCheapest$921Average$1,245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$924Average$1,359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
KLMCheapest$925Average$1,822FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$928Average$1,026FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$975Average$1,396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$979Average$1,216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Brussels AirlinesCheapest$986Average$1,434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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