Question 1

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to Nairobi flights?

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Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

Question 2

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to Nairobi flights?

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Over the last year, Kenya Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 23% of flights being delayed.

Question 3

How often are flights from New York to Nairobi delayed?

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About 23% of weekly flights between New York and Nairobi have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 158 minutes.

Question 4

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

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Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Question 5

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

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Currently priced at $574, Air France will fly you from New York to Nairobi and back. In addition to Air France, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Egyptair and SAUDIA - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $725 and $744, respectively. Air France is 52% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

Question 6

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

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$266 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from $366 and $408, respectively.

Question 7

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

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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 55 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Question 8

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

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Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Nairobi (average of $980). Flying from New York to Nairobi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,623). 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.

Question 9

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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.

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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).

Question 11

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

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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.

Question 12

What are the cheapest flights from New York to Nairobi?

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While on average a flight from New York to Nairobi is generally $2,270, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $497. When looking at the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl), you can expect to pay $677 for that flight.

Question 13

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

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

Question 14

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NYC to NBO?

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It’s typically best to fly out from New York to Nairobi in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 19% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

Question 15

Can I find deals for flights from New York to Nairobi that include hotel bookings?

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

Question 16

How can I find direct flights from New York to Nairobi?

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

Question 17

Can I find deals for business class flights from New York to Nairobi?

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Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York 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.

Popular in	December
Cheapest in	November
Average price	$1,099

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Air France	Cheapest$574	Average$1,158	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%
Egyptair	Cheapest$725	Average$1,231	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
SAUDIA	Cheapest$744	Average$979	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time86%
Etihad Airways	Cheapest$756	Average$912	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%
Turkish Airlines	Cheapest$758	Average$905	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%
Ethiopian Air	Cheapest$775	Average$992	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%
Qatar Airways	Cheapest$849	Average$1,217	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%
Delta	Cheapest$852	Average$1,231	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
American Airlines	Cheapest$862	Average$1,401	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Kenya Airways	Cheapest$899	Average$1,196	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%

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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 55 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?

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 afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 19% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

How often are flights from New York to Nairobi delayed?

About 23% of weekly flights between New York and Nairobi have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 158 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to Nairobi flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to Nairobi flights?

Over the last year, Kenya Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 23% of flights being delayed.

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