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$1,054+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Nairobi

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SAN — NBO
Oct 17 — Oct 241
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Nairobi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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.

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$1,054
(Gotogate)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,250
From San Diego to Nairobi
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($265 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($66 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Nairobi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Nairobi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/58:10 amSAN - NBO
2 stops26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/2010:45 pmNBO - SAN
2 stops30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,054
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/251:55 pmSAN - NBO
1 stop22h 05mDelta
Wed 10/811:59 pmNBO - SAN
1 stop22h 01mDelta
Deal found 9/16$1,073
This Ovago 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/56:48 amSAN - NBO
2 stops27h 32mLufthansa
Mon 10/2010:45 pmNBO - SAN
2 stops33h 29mLufthansa
Deal found 9/15$1,081
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/231:55 pmSAN - NBO
1 stop22h 05mDelta
Mon 11/311:59 pmNBO - SAN
2 stops31h 35mDelta
Deal found 9/15$1,083
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Thu 11/66:19 amSAN - NBO
2 stops30h 46mQatar Airways
Mon 11/171:35 amNBO - SAN
2 stops29h 28mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/16$1,084
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Wed 10/2212:18 pmSAN - NBO
2 stops25h 32mQatar Airways
Sun 11/21:35 amNBO - SAN
2 stops29h 28mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/15$1,085
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/207:20 amSAN - NBO
2 stops27h 00mDelta
Mon 12/111:30 pmNBO - SAN
2 stops29h 41mDelta
Deal found 9/15$1,087
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/2210:00 pmSAN - NBO
2 stops37h 00mDelta
Mon 12/111:59 pmNBO - SAN
2 stops26h 24mDelta
Deal found 9/15$1,088
This Ovago 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/46:48 amSAN - NBO
3 stops29h 42mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1511:45 pmNBO - SAN
2 stops25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,095

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San DiegoNairobi

SAN - NBO

SANNBO

San Diego

Sun 10/5

1:55 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop22h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 10/20

11:59 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop22h 01m

$1,073

San DiegoNairobi

SAN - NBO

SANNBO

San Diego

Thu 11/13

6:15 am-10:00 pm

2 stops28h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 11/17

11:30 pm-6:11 pm

2 stops29h 41m

$1,087

San DiegoNairobi

SAN - NBO

SANNBO

San Diego

Wed 10/22

7:10 am-7:55 pm

2 stops26h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 11/5

11:30 pm-7:08 pm

2 stops30h 38m

$1,088

San DiegoNairobi

SAN - NBO

SANNBO

San Diego

Thu 11/20

7:00 am-9:20 pm

2 stops27h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 12/1

11:30 pm-6:11 pm

2 stops29h 41m

$1,088

San DiegoNairobi

SAN - NBO

SANNBO

San Diego

Wed 1/7

10:30 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops36h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 1/21

11:59 pm-6:56 pm

2 stops29h 57m

$1,088

San DiegoNairobi

SAN - NBO

SANNBO

San Diego

Fri 10/24

7:25 am-10:00 pm

2 stops28h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 11/3

11:59 pm-11:27 pm

2 stops34h 28m

$1,088

San DiegoNairobi

SAN - NBO

SANNBO

San Diego

Thu 10/23

6:15 am-7:55 pm

2 stops27h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 11/5

11:30 pm-7:08 pm

2 stops30h 38m

$1,088

San DiegoNairobi

SAN - NBO

SANNBO

San Diego

Sat 11/22

10:00 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops37h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 11/27

11:59 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops33h 56m

$1,088

San DiegoNairobi

SAN - NBO

SANNBO

San Diego

Tue 2/24

9:10 am-12:05 am

2 stops27h 55m

$3,333

San DiegoNairobi

SAN - NBO

SANNBO

San Diego

Tue 2/24

8:35 am-10:45 pm

3 stops27h 10m

$5,060

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Nairobi

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Nairobi

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Nairobi (average of $1,009). Flying from San Diego 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 SAN to NBO?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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.

It’s optimal to fly from San Diego to Nairobi at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 11% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Qatar Airways, and United Airlines from San Diego to Nairobi by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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

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

    If you book a flight to Nairobi from San Diego, you will be flying from San Diego, which is the city’s only airport. San Diego (SAN) is located 2.6 mi from the center of San Diego. There are 0 flights from San Diego to Nairobi per day from 6 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Nairobi?

    Departing from San Diego to Nairobi will take you 22h 05m. There are 9686 mi between San Diego and Nairobi.

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

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Nairobi, with prices starting at $759. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and British Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $1,056 and $1,134, respectively. Users have found that United Airlines is 48% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Nairobi?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Nairobi?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Nairobi (average of $1,009). Flying from San Diego 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 6 airlines flying from San Diego to Nairobi

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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
United AirlinesCheapest$759Average$1,369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,056Average$1,298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$1,134Average$1,828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,169Average$1,796FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,199Average$1,288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,396Average$1,939FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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