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$704+ Cheap flights from Louisville (SDF) 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 9/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SDF — NBO
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
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Cheap flight deals from Louisville to Nairobi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Louisville (SDF) 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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,037
(Delta)

One-way from

$704
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,185
From Louisville Intl to Nairobi
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($232 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($97 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Louisville to Nairobi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Louisville to Nairobi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/287:50 amSDF - NBO
2 stops30h 10mDelta
Tue 12/211:30 pmNBO - SDF
2 stops32h 35mDelta
Deal found 9/14$1,037
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/3110:01 amSDF - NBO
2 stops38h 14mQatar Airways
Thu 11/61:35 amNBO - SDF
2 stops29h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/16$1,177
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/103:35 pmSDF - NBO
2 stops25h 15mQatar Airways
Sat 10/251:20 amNBO - SDF
2 stops28h 43mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/17$1,194
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/105:48 pmSDF - NBO
3 stops45h 42mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/2611:55 pmNBO - SDF
2 stops45h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$1,211
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/282:00 pmSDF - NBO
2 stops26h 05mQatar Airways
Mon 12/11:35 amNBO - SDF
2 stops27h 54mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/16$1,354
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/2812:43 pmSDF - NBO
2 stops41h 02mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/11:35 amNBO - SDF
2 stops27h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,364
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/107:20 pmSDF - NBO
3 stops44h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/2611:55 pmNBO - SDF
2 stops29h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/17$1,366
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/225:40 amSDF - NBO
2 stops56h 20mUnited Airlines
Tue 2/1711:55 pmNBO - SDF
2 stops26h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,430
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Mon 12/221:52 pmSDF - NBO
2 stops23h 28mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/1711:30 pmNBO - SDF
2 stops26h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,504

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Louisville 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 September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Louisville to Nairobi that are best for you.

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Nairobi

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LouisvilleNairobi

SDF - NBO

SDFNBO

Louisville Intl

Fri 11/28

7:50 am-10:00 pm

2 stops30h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 12/2

11:30 pm-12:05 am

2 stops32h 35m

$1,037

LouisvilleNairobi

SDF - NBO

SDFNBO

Louisville Intl

Fri 10/31

10:01 am-7:15 am

2 stops38h 14m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 11/6

1:35 am-10:55 pm

2 stops29h 20m

$1,177

LouisvilleNairobi

SDF - NBO

SDFNBO

Louisville Intl

Fri 10/10

3:35 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops25h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 10/25

1:20 am-11:03 pm

2 stops28h 43m

$1,194

LouisvilleNairobi

SDF - NBO

SDFNBO

Louisville Intl

Fri 10/10

5:48 pm-10:30 pm

3 stops45h 42m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 10/26

11:55 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops45h 50m

$1,211

LouisvilleNairobi

SDF - NBO

SDFNBO

Louisville Intl

Fri 11/28

2:00 pm-12:05 am

2 stops26h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 12/1

1:35 am-9:29 pm

2 stops27h 54m

$1,354

LouisvilleNairobi

SDF - NBO

SDFNBO

Louisville Intl

Fri 11/28

12:43 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops41h 02m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 12/1

1:35 am-9:29 pm

2 stops27h 54m

$1,364

LouisvilleNairobi

SDF - NBO

SDFNBO

Louisville Intl

Fri 10/10

7:20 pm-10:30 pm

3 stops44h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 10/26

11:55 pm-10:29 pm

2 stops29h 34m

$1,366

LouisvilleNairobi

SDF - NBO

SDFNBO

Louisville Intl

Fri 9/26

10:14 am-4:55 am

3 stops59h 41m

$704

LouisvilleNairobi

SDF - NBO

SDFNBO

Louisville Intl

Fri 9/26

11:01 am-6:40 am

2 stops36h 39m

$704

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Deals found on 9/16

Best time to book a flight from Louisville to Nairobi

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to Nairobi (average of $1,009). Flying from Louisville to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,483). 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 SDF to NBO?

Find hourly flight availability from Louisville 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 September 17, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Louisville to Nairobi is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 13% on airfare.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Louisville to Nairobi?

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 September 17, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Qatar Airways, and American Airlines from Louisville 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
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,622 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Louisville to Nairobi, you will be flying from Louisville Intl. Louisville Intl (SDF) is just 5.3 mi from the center of the city. Louisville Intl is the only Louisville airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Nairobi per day. 3 airlines have flights to Nairobi from Louisville Intl on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Louisville to Nairobi?

    Airlines like Delta and Qatar Airways fly from Louisville to Nairobi in about 30h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 04m. There are 8010 mi between Louisville and Nairobi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Louisville to Nairobi round-trip from $1,118. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Qatar Airways, from $1,182, and Delta, from $1,246. You may be able to fly from Louisville to Nairobi for 22% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to Nairobi (average of $1,009). Flying from Louisville to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,483). 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 3 airlines flying from Louisville to Nairobi

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Louisville 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,118Average$1,380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,182Average$1,266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
DeltaCheapest$1,246Average$1,387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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