How long is the flight from New York to Nairobi?

Departing from New York to Nairobi will take you 18h 50m. Airlines will cover a distance of 7350 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York to Nairobi round-trip?

Currently priced at $787, Turkish Airlines will fly you from New York to Nairobi and back. In addition to Turkish Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Ethiopian Air and Etihad Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $793 and $834, respectively. Turkish Airlines is 31% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York to Nairobi one-way?

$435 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Egyptair. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and Air Canada, with prices starting from $545 and $646, respectively.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Nairobi ranges from 0.4 - 6.3 inches per month. April is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Nairobi when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Nairobi, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 62.6 F).

What are the most popular routes from New York to Nairobi?

Most travelers choose New York John F Kennedy Intl - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl, Newark - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl or New York LaGuardia - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl when deciding on the best route from New York to Nairobi.

What are the cheapest flights from New York to Nairobi?

While on average a flight from New York to Nairobi is generally $1,932, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $454. When looking at the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl), you can expect to pay $738 for that flight.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from New York to Nairobi?

When booking a flight from New York to Nairobi, you may want to consider flying on Kenya Airways, Delta or British Airways as they are the most popular for this route.

Where are the most common layover locations when flying from New York to Nairobi?

Of the flights from New York to Nairobi that have layovers, most of them stop in Doha. Doha is followed by Addis Ababa in terms of the most popular layover location on flights from New York to Nairobi.

Where are the least popular layover locations for New York to Nairobi flights?

New York to Nairobi flights that have layovers will least frequently stop in London. London is followed by Paris in terms of the least popular layover location on flights from New York to Nairobi.

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Nairobi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.

Tue 11/119:15 pmEWR - NBO

2 stops20h 25mEthiopian Air

Mon 11/173:45 amNBO - EWR

2 stops23h 30mEthiopian Air

Deal found 10/28

$838

Sat 11/86:55 pmEWR - NBO

2 stops19h 50mBrussels Airlines

Wed 11/2611:55 pmNBO - EWR

1 stop21h 35mBrussels Airlines

Deal found 10/27

$850

Sat 11/86:55 pmEWR - NBO

2 stops19h 50mMultiple Airlines

Wed 11/2611:55 pmNBO - EWR

2 stops28h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/27

$868

Tue 11/1812:25 amEWR - NBO

1 stop18h 40mTurkish Airlines

Tue 11/254:50 amNBO - EWR

1 stop25h 40mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 10/29

$870

Tue 11/49:15 pmEWR - NBO

2 stops20h 25mEthiopian Air

Mon 11/103:45 amNBO - EWR

2 stops23h 30mEthiopian Air

Deal found 10/28

$875

Wed 11/56:40 pmEWR - NBO

2 stops42h 35mMultiple Airlines

Wed 11/1211:55 pmNBO - EWR

1 stop21h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/29

$880

Tue 11/49:15 pmEWR - NBO

2 stops20h 25mEthiopian Air

Thu 11/203:45 amNBO - EWR

2 stops23h 30mEthiopian Air

Deal found 10/28

$883

Wed 11/2610:00 pmEWR - NBO

2 stops39h 15mMultiple Airlines

Wed 12/311:55 pmNBO - EWR

1 stop21h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/29

$884

Thu 11/66:55 pmEWR - NBO

1 stop18h 20mMultiple Airlines

Sun 11/94:45 pmNBO - EWR

2 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/29

$892

Wed 11/56:40 pmEWR - NBO

2 stops42h 35mSWISS

Wed 11/1211:55 pmNBO - EWR

2 stops28h 35mSWISS

Deal found 10/29

$899

Tue 11/253:30 pmEWR - NBO

3 stops23h 15mMultiple Airlines

Tue 12/211:55 pmNBO - EWR

2 stops22h 57mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$901

Tue 11/115:30 pmJFK - NBO

2 stops20h 30mLufthansa

Tue 11/2511:55 pmNBO - JFK

2 stops23h 45mLufthansa

Deal found 10/26

$914

Best flights from New York to Nairobi
Discover carefully curated flight deals from New York to Nairobi that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 30, 2025.

Thu 1/812:25 amEWR - NBO

1 stop18h 55mTurkish Airlines

Sun 1/184:50 amNBO - EWR

1 stop25h 40mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 10/27

$894

Sat 11/81:00 pmEWR - NBO

3 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines

Wed 11/2611:55 pmNBO - EWR

2 stops41h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/27

$914

Sun 11/165:45 pmJFK - NBO

1 stop20h 15mDelta

Tue 12/211:59 pmNBO - JFK

1 stop19h 31mDelta

Deal found 10/27

$918

Sun 1/182:55 pmLGA - NBO

2 stops22h 20mUnited Airlines

Wed 1/2111:55 pmNBO - LGA

2 stops28h 24mUnited Airlines

Deal found 10/29

$924

Sat 3/288:30 pmJFK - NBO

2 stops40h 50mSWISS

Tue 4/710:55 pmNBO - JFK

2 stops24h 40mSWISS

Deal found 10/28

$982

Sun 11/99:15 pmEWR - NBO

2 stops20h 25mEthiopian Air

Sat 11/225:30 pmNBO - EWR

2 stops33h 45mEthiopian Air

Deal found 10/28

$1,071

Thu 11/137:30 pmJFK - NBO

1 stop17h 40mDelta

Mon 11/1711:20 pmNBO - JFK

1 stop19h 25mDelta

Deal found 10/29

$918

Sat 1/172:20 pmLGA - NBO

3 stops24h 25mUnited Airlines

Wed 1/2111:55 pmNBO - LGA

2 stops26h 49mUnited Airlines

Deal found 10/29

$924

Wed 3/255:40 pmJFK - NBO

1 stop21h 20mDelta

Mon 4/610:25 pmNBO - JFK

1 stop24h 20mDelta

Deal found 10/27

$918

Sat 1/1011:15 amLGA - NBO

3 stops27h 30mUnited Airlines

Mon 1/1911:40 pmNBO - LGA

2 stops25h 33mUnited Airlines

Deal found 10/27

$924

Fri 1/92:59 pmLGA - NBO

2 stops22h 11mDelta

Mon 1/1911:20 pmNBO - LGA

2 stops29h 59mDelta

Deal found 10/27

$922

Sun 11/912:25 amEWR - NBO

1 stop18h 40mTurkish Airlines

Wed 11/124:50 amNBO - EWR

1 stop25h 40mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 10/27

$1,119

Thu 2/266:25 pmJFK - NBO

1 stop18h 50mUnited Airlines

Tue 3/1011:55 pmNBO - JFK

2 stops28h 05mUnited Airlines

Deal found 10/29

$928

Thu 1/810:00 amLGA - NBO

2 stops27h 10mDelta

Tue 1/2011:20 pmNBO - LGA

2 stops29h 59mDelta

Deal found 10/27

$922

Mon 3/23:55 pmJFK - NBO

1 stop21h 45mUnited Airlines

Tue 3/1011:55 pmNBO - JFK

2 stops28h 05mUnited Airlines

Deal found 10/29

$946

Sat 1/1011:00 amLGA - NBO

2 stops26h 10mDelta

Tue 1/2011:20 pmNBO - LGA

2 stops24h 43mDelta

Deal found 10/27

$922

Tue 3/310:05 amJFK - NBO

2 stops27h 35mUnited Airlines

Thu 3/1211:55 pmNBO - JFK

1 stop21h 40mUnited Airlines

Deal found 10/29

$947

Tue 1/62:59 pmLGA - NBO

2 stops22h 11mDelta

Tue 1/2011:20 pmNBO - LGA

2 stops29h 59mDelta

Deal found 10/27

$922

Tue 1/62:59 pmLGA - NBO

2 stops22h 11mDelta

Mon 1/1911:20 pmNBO - LGA

2 stops29h 59mDelta

Deal found 10/27

$922

Sun 11/27:30 amEWR - NBO

2 stops29h 45mUnited Airlines

Tue 11/411:55 pmNBO - EWR

1 stop22h 05mUnited Airlines

Deal found 10/29

$1,061

Thu 11/136:00 amEWR - NBO

2 stops32h 00mDelta

Mon 11/1711:20 pmNBO - EWR

1 stop23h 35mDelta

Deal found 10/28

$922

Fri 1/96:27 pmEWR - NBO

3 stops44h 18mUnited Airlines

Tue 1/2011:55 pmNBO - EWR

2 stops27h 15mUnited Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$1,072

Fri 3/64:30 pmJFK - NBO

1 stop20h 40mDelta

Sun 3/2211:35 pmNBO - JFK

Nonstop15h 00mDelta

Deal found 10/29

$929

Wed 11/269:59 pmEWR - NBO

2 stops39h 16mUnited Airlines

Sat 12/611:55 pmNBO - EWR

2 stops28h 35mUnited Airlines

Deal found 10/27

$1,087

Thu 4/239:59 amJFK - NBO

2 stops26h 56mDelta

Mon 4/2710:25 pmNBO - JFK

1 stop21h 15mDelta

Deal found 10/29

$931

Sun 1/116:55 pmEWR - NBO

1 stop18h 20mUnited Airlines

Fri 1/1611:40 pmNBO - EWR

1 stop21h 50mUnited Airlines

Deal found 10/27

$1,106

Tue 11/44:00 pmLGA - NBO

2 stops21h 10mDelta

Wed 11/1211:20 pmNBO - LGA

2 stops31h 09mDelta

Deal found 10/28

$932

Sun 12/712:00 pmLGA - NBO

2 stops26h 00mDelta

Wed 4/2211:59 pmNBO - LGA

2 stops26h 35mDelta

Deal found 10/28

$938

Sun 12/71:00 pmLGA - NBO

2 stops25h 00mDelta

Mon 4/2710:25 pmNBO - LGA

2 stops27h 56mDelta

Deal found 10/28

$940

Sat 1/105:05 pmJFK - NBO

2 stops20h 05mDelta

Tue 1/2011:20 pmNBO - JFK

2 stops28h 25mDelta

Deal found 10/27

$954

Last-minute flights from New York to Nairobi
Discover last-minute flight deals from New York to Nairobi. Data last updated October 30, 2025 and is based on user searches.

Tue 11/49:15 pmEWR - NBO

2 stops20h 25mEthiopian Air

Mon 11/103:45 amNBO - EWR

2 stops23h 30mEthiopian Air

Deal found 10/28

$875

Tue 11/49:15 pmEWR - NBO

2 stops20h 25mEthiopian Air

Thu 11/203:45 amNBO - EWR

2 stops23h 30mEthiopian Air

Deal found 10/28

$883

Wed 11/56:40 pmEWR - NBO

2 stops42h 35mMultiple Airlines

Wed 11/1211:55 pmNBO - EWR

1 stop21h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/29

$880

Wed 11/56:40 pmEWR - NBO

2 stops42h 35mSWISS

Wed 11/1211:55 pmNBO - EWR

2 stops28h 35mSWISS

Deal found 10/29

$899

Thu 11/66:55 pmEWR - NBO

1 stop18h 20mMultiple Airlines

Sun 11/94:45 pmNBO - EWR

2 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/29

$892

Sat 11/86:55 pmEWR - NBO

2 stops19h 50mBrussels Airlines

Wed 11/2611:55 pmNBO - EWR

1 stop21h 35mBrussels Airlines

Deal found 10/27

$850

Sat 11/86:55 pmEWR - NBO

2 stops19h 50mMultiple Airlines

Wed 11/2611:55 pmNBO - EWR

2 stops28h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/27

$868

Tue 11/119:15 pmEWR - NBO

2 stops20h 25mEthiopian Air

Mon 11/173:45 amNBO - EWR

2 stops23h 30mEthiopian Air

Deal found 10/28

$838

Tue 11/115:30 pmJFK - NBO

2 stops20h 30mLufthansa

Tue 11/2511:55 pmNBO - JFK

2 stops23h 45mLufthansa

Deal found 10/26

$914

Tue 11/1812:25 amEWR - NBO

1 stop18h 40mTurkish Airlines

Tue 11/254:50 amNBO - EWR

1 stop25h 40mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 10/29

$870

Tue 11/253:30 pmEWR - NBO

3 stops23h 15mMultiple Airlines

Tue 12/211:55 pmNBO - EWR

2 stops22h 57mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$901

Wed 11/2610:00 pmEWR - NBO

2 stops39h 15mMultiple Airlines

Wed 12/311:55 pmNBO - EWR

1 stop21h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/29

$884

One-way flights from New York to Nairobi
Search for one-way flight options from New York to Nairobi. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 30, 2025.

Wed 11/512:00 pmEWR - NBO

1 stop31h 30mEgyptair

Deal found 10/28

$429

Mon 11/312:00 pmEWR - NBO

1 stop31h 30mEgyptair

Deal found 10/28

$435

Sat 11/812:00 pmEWR - NBO

1 stop31h 30mEgyptair

Deal found 10/28

$443

Wed 11/1212:00 pmEWR - NBO

1 stop31h 30mEgyptair

Deal found 10/28

$449

Mon 12/112:00 pmEWR - NBO

1 stop31h 30mEgyptair

Deal found 10/29

$471

Thu 12/412:30 amJFK - NBO

3 stops52h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/27

$488

Thu 2/1911:00 amJFK - NBO

2 stops53h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$489

Sun 11/912:30 amJFK - NBO

2 stops28h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$490

Mon 12/112:45 pmJFK - NBO

1 stop30h 45mEgyptair

Deal found 10/27

$492

Thu 1/110:20 amJFK - NBO

2 stops25h 50mRwandAir

Deal found 10/29

$493

Wed 12/1012:45 pmJFK - NBO

1 stop30h 45mEgyptair

Deal found 10/28

$502

Mon 11/312:30 amJFK - NBO

3 stops40h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/27

$506

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Depart

Return

Price

NewarkNairobi

EWR - NBO

EWRNBO

Newark

Thu 1/8

12:25 am-3:20 am

1 stop18h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 1/18

4:50 am-10:30 pm

1 stop25h 40m

$894

NewarkNairobi

EWR - NBO

EWRNBO

Newark

Sat 11/8

1:00 pm-10:45 pm

3 stops25h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 11/26

11:55 pm-9:45 am

2 stops41h 50m

$914

New YorkNairobi

JFK - NBO

JFKNBO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 11/16

5:45 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop20h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 12/2

11:59 pm-11:30 am

1 stop19h 31m

$918

New YorkNairobi

JFK - NBO

JFKNBO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 11/13

7:30 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop17h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 11/17

11:20 pm-10:45 am

1 stop19h 25m

$918

New YorkNairobi

JFK - NBO

JFKNBO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 3/25

5:40 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop21h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 4/6

10:25 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop24h 20m

$918

New YorkNairobi

LGA - NBO

LGANBO

New York LaGuardia

Fri 1/9

2:59 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops22h 11m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 1/19

11:20 pm-9:19 pm

2 stops29h 59m

$922

New YorkNairobi

LGA - NBO

LGANBO

New York LaGuardia

Thu 1/8

10:00 am-9:10 pm

2 stops27h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 1/20

11:20 pm-9:19 pm

2 stops29h 59m

$922

New YorkNairobi

LGA - NBO

LGANBO

New York LaGuardia

Sat 1/10

11:00 am-9:10 pm

2 stops26h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 1/20

11:20 pm-4:03 pm

2 stops24h 43m

$922

New YorkNairobi

LGA - NBO

LGANBO

New York LaGuardia

Tue 1/6

2:59 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops22h 11m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 1/20

11:20 pm-9:19 pm

2 stops29h 59m

$922

New YorkNairobi

LGA - NBO

LGANBO

New York LaGuardia

Tue 1/6

2:59 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops22h 11m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 1/19

11:20 pm-9:19 pm

2 stops29h 59m

$922

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to Nairobi

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

The price you pay for your flight from New York to Nairobi may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 54 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Nairobi (average of $810). Flying from New York to Nairobi in August is currently the most expensive (average of $967). 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 NYC to NBO?

It’s typically best to fly out from New York to Nairobi in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 11% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York to Nairobi?

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Nairobi

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New York to Nairobi, such as Delta, United Airlines, and Ethiopian Air. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Delta

7.9

Good

7,993 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Delta

7.9

Good

7,993 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

7,993 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,998 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

7,993 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Ethiopian Air

7.2

Good

882 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

7,993 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Kenya Airways

6.8

Okay

286 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

7,993 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

British Airways

6.7

Okay

7,487 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

7,993 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from New York to Nairobi?
Departing from New York to Nairobi will take you 18h 50m. Airlines will cover a distance of 7350 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York to Nairobi round-trip?
Currently priced at $787, Turkish Airlines will fly you from New York to Nairobi and back. In addition to Turkish Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Ethiopian Air and Etihad Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $793 and $834, respectively. Turkish Airlines is 31% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York to Nairobi one-way?
$435 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Egyptair. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and Air Canada, with prices starting from $545 and $646, respectively.
What are the most popular routes from New York to Nairobi?
Most travelers choose New York John F Kennedy Intl - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl, Newark - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl or New York LaGuardia - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl when deciding on the best route from New York to Nairobi.
What are the cheapest flights from New York to Nairobi?
While on average a flight from New York to Nairobi is generally $1,932, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $454. When looking at the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl), you can expect to pay $738 for that flight.
Where are the most common layover locations when flying from New York to Nairobi?
Of the flights from New York to Nairobi that have layovers, most of them stop in Doha. Doha is followed by Addis Ababa in terms of the most popular layover location on flights from New York to Nairobi.
Where are the least popular layover locations for New York to Nairobi flights?
New York to Nairobi flights that have layovers will least frequently stop in London. London is followed by Paris in terms of the least popular layover location on flights from New York to Nairobi.
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Nairobi?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Nairobi (average of $810). Flying from New York to Nairobi in August is currently the most expensive (average of $967). 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 New York to Nairobi

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Turkish Airlines	Cheapest$787	Average$926	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%
Ethiopian Air	Cheapest$793	Average$1,103	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%
Etihad Airways	Cheapest$834	Average$953	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%
Brussels Airlines	Cheapest$868	Average$1,196	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
Egyptair	Cheapest$884	Average$1,316	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
Qatar Airways	Cheapest$886	Average$1,253	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%
Air France	Cheapest$896	Average$1,278	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%
British Airways	Cheapest$896	Average$1,183	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%
Delta	Cheapest$909	Average$1,044	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
Lufthansa	Cheapest$924	Average$1,254	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%

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