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$381+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Nairobi

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SAN — NBO
Jan 25 — Feb 11
Sun 1/25
Sun 2/1
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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 December 26, 2025.

This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/305:35 pmSAN - NBO
2 stops41h 25mLufthansa
Wed 1/1411:55 pmNBO - SAN
2 stops29h 49mLufthansa
Deal found 12/25$1,516
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Mon 12/297:40 amSAN - NBO
2 stops27h 20mLufthansa
Wed 12/3111:55 pmNBO - SAN
2 stops44h 49mLufthansa
Deal found 12/26$1,545
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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.
Tue 12/3010:56 amSAN - NBO
3 stops24h 49mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/1411:55 pmNBO - SAN
2 stops44h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/24$1,565
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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.
Tue 12/302:11 pmSAN - NBO
2 stops44h 49mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/1411:55 pmNBO - SAN
2 stops46h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/24$1,671
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/287:05 amSAN - NBO
3 stops31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/305:30 pmNBO - SAN
3 stops33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/24$1,753
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/287:00 amSAN - NBO
2 stops27h 15mLufthansa
Tue 12/3011:55 pmNBO - SAN
2 stops28h 39mLufthansa
Deal found 12/24$1,807
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/257:05 amSAN - NBO
3 stops31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/313:45 amNBO - SAN
3 stops41h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/24$1,881
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 12/309:30 pmSAN - NBO
3 stops41h 10mEthiopian Air
Wed 1/145:30 pmNBO - SAN
3 stops33h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/25$1,997
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/297:05 amSAN - NBO
3 stops31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/315:30 pmNBO - SAN
3 stops33h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/26$2,003

Find 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 December 26, 2025.

Round-trip from

$738
(Ovago)

One-way from

$381
(American Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,169
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 December 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Nairobi that are best for you.

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San DiegoNairobi

SAN - NBO

SANNBO

San Diego

Mon 3/2

10:51 am-12:05 am

2 stops26h 14m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 3/17

1:35 am-8:35 pm

2 stops29h 00m

$728

San DiegoNairobi

SAN - NBO

SANNBO

San Diego

Sat 2/21

2:46 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops35h 59m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 3/1

5:00 pm-8:23 pm

2 stops38h 23m

$738

San DiegoNairobi

SAN - NBO

SANNBO

San Diego

Wed 2/18

6:15 am-12:05 am

2 stops30h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 3/10

1:35 am-8:35 pm

2 stops29h 00m

$738

San DiegoNairobi

SAN - NBO

SANNBO

San Diego

Mon 1/26

10:50 am-12:05 am

2 stops26h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 2/3

5:00 pm-12:29 pm

2 stops30h 29m

$972

San DiegoNairobi

SAN - NBO

SANNBO

San Diego

Sun 1/18

7:00 am-9:15 pm

2 stops27h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 4/21

10:50 pm-8:12 pm

2 stops31h 22m

$987

San DiegoNairobi

SAN - NBO

SANNBO

San Diego

Sat 2/28

2:10 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops44h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 3/4

11:55 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops33h 45m

$990

San DiegoNairobi

SAN - NBO

SANNBO

San Diego

Mon 3/2

10:59 am-10:00 pm

2 stops24h 01m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 3/18

11:59 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop23h 06m

$998

San DiegoNairobi

SAN - NBO

SANNBO

San Diego

Mon 3/2

2:10 pm-10:45 pm

3 stops45h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 3/18

11:55 pm-7:48 pm

2 stops29h 53m

$1,008

San DiegoNairobi

SAN - NBO

SANNBO

San Diego

Sun 1/18

6:15 am-10:00 pm

3 stops28h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 4/21

10:50 pm-8:12 pm

2 stops31h 22m

$1,020

San DiegoNairobi

SAN - NBO

SANNBO

San Diego

Tue 3/31

12:45 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops38h 55m

$381

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Nairobi (average of $890). Flying from San Diego to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,430). 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 December 26, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Diego to Nairobi at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 10% 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 December 26, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Qatar Airways, and British Airways 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,016 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,016 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,016 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,692 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,016 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,617 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,016 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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 San Diego 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 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 3 different airlines.

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

    Departing from San Diego to Nairobi will take you 26h 14m. There are 9686 mi between San Diego and Nairobi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Flying on British Airways is currently your cheapest option to Nairobi, with prices starting at $1,038. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and Qatar Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $1,058 and $1,216, respectively. Users have found that British Airways is 24% 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Nairobi (average of $890). Flying from San Diego to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,430). 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 San Diego to Nairobi

Discover the top 3 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 December 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$1,038Average$1,493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$1,058Average$1,274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,216Average$1,755FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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