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$463+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 3/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — NBO
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Nairobi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/256:50 pm
SFO
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NBO
1 stop21h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 3/164:25 am
NBO
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SFO
1 stop41h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/28$787
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 3/107:50 pm
SFO
-
NBO
1 stop21h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 3/174:50 am
NBO
-
SFO
1 stop22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/28$797
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/276:50 pm
SFO
-
NBO
1 stop21h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 3/144:25 am
NBO
-
SFO
1 stop23h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/27$805
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/86:45 pm
SFO
-
NBO
1 stop20h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 4/233:10 am
NBO
-
SFO
1 stop23h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/28$829
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/26:50 pm
SFO
-
NBO
1 stop21h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 3/54:50 am
NBO
-
SFO
1 stop22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/27$852
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/246:50 pm
SFO
-
NBO
1 stop21h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 3/24:50 am
NBO
-
SFO
1 stop22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/27$863
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Wed 2/256:50 pm
SFO
-
NBO
1 stop21h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 3/124:50 am
NBO
-
SFO
1 stop22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/27$871
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Sun 5/101:45 pm
SFO
-
NBO
1 stop22h 10m
Delta
Wed 5/2711:35 pm
NBO
-
SFO
2 stops33h 14m
Delta
Deal found 1/28$882
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/126:45 pm
SFO
-
NBO
1 stop20h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 5/253:10 am
NBO
-
SFO
1 stop23h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/28$890
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/246:50 pm
SFO
-
NBO
1 stop21h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 3/164:25 am
NBO
-
SFO
1 stop23h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/28$891
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Wed 11/48:04 am
SFO
-
NBO
2 stops34h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/194:45 pm
NBO
-
SFO
2 stops31h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$892
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 5/98:10 pm
SFO
-
NBO
1 stop38h 35m
Delta
Wed 5/2711:35 pm
NBO
-
SFO
2 stops33h 14m
Delta
Deal found 1/28$895

Find flight deals from San Francisco to Nairobi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 January 29, 2026.

Round-trip from

$787
(Justfly.com)

One-way from

$463
(oojo)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

March

Average price

$951
From San Francisco to Nairobi
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 January 29, 2026.
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San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Thu 5/14

7:00 am-9:55 pm

2 stops28h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 5/25

11:50 pm-11:45 am

1 stop21h 55m

$913

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Fri 5/15

7:00 am-8:45 pm

2 stops27h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 5/27

11:50 pm-11:45 am

1 stop21h 55m

$914

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Wed 4/8

1:45 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop22h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 4/24

11:05 pm-6:22 pm

2 stops29h 17m

$919

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Tue 4/14

10:32 am-9:55 pm

2 stops25h 23m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 5/4

11:05 pm-8:51 pm

2 stops31h 46m

$923

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Fri 5/15

7:00 am-8:45 pm

2 stops27h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 5/29

11:05 pm-8:19 pm

2 stops31h 14m

$925

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Sun 5/10

8:55 am-8:45 pm

2 stops25h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 5/25

11:05 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops28h 45m

$925

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Mon 3/16

3:40 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop20h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 4/30

10:50 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops28h 05m

$934

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Wed 5/13

1:05 pm-5:00 am

2 stops29h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 5/26

11:05 pm-3:11 pm

2 stops26h 06m

$935

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Tue 4/14

6:33 am-10:25 pm

3 stops29h 52m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 5/4

10:20 pm-10:38 pm

2 stops34h 18m

$936

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Tue 2/24

6:45 am-10:45 pm

3 stops29h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 3/16

11:40 pm-12:16 am

2 stops34h 36m

$936

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Nairobi?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to Nairobi may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 49 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 San Francisco to Nairobi?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Nairobi (average of $814). Flying from San Francisco to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,163). 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.

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 January 29, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Nairobi, such as Delta, Qatar Airways, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,125 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

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
8,125 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,125 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

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
3,729 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,125 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,125 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

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.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,207 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,125 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

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
7,705 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,125 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

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 Francisco 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 Francisco to Nairobi?

    Most people fly from San Francisco (SFO) if they book a flight from San Francisco to Nairobi. On average, San Francisco has 0 outbound flights to Nairobi per day from 9 airlines. San Francisco is conveniently located just 11.8 mi from San Francisco’s city center.

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

    For as low as $913, Delta can have you in Nairobi from San Francisco in 28h 55m. The distance between San Francisco and Nairobi is about 9599 mi.

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

    Flying on Turkish Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Nairobi, with prices starting at $831. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Qatar Airways and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $894 and $907, respectively. Turkish Airlines is priced at 30% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Nairobi one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco to Nairobi are Delta ($497), American Airlines ($497), and Qatar Airways ($526).

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Nairobi?

    San Francisco to Nairobi flights have a layover in Frankfurt am Main most often. Istanbul is the second most popular location for layovers on flights from San Francisco to Nairobi.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Frankfurt am Main?

    If you're on a layover in Frankfurt am Main and looking for things to do, consider visiting Römerberg, Oper Frankfurt, or Konstablerwache. Römerberg, Oper Frankfurt, and Konstablerwache are located about 7.4 mi, 7.0 mi, and 7.7 mi, respectively from Frankfurt am Main. Travelers can book a car rental at Frankfurt am Main for about $42 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Istanbul?

    Istanbul travelers tend to visit Taksim Square, Laleli Camii, and Beyazit Meydani more than any other notable places. Taksim Square, Laleli Camii, and Beyazit Meydani can be accessed by traveling approximately 20.8 mi, 21.5 mi, and 21.7 mi, respectively from Istanbul. Travelers in need of a car in Istanbul can rent one for about $37 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Nairobi flights?

    San Francisco to Nairobi flights that have layovers will least frequently stop in Amsterdam. Amsterdam is followed by Doha in terms of the least popular layover location on flights from San Francisco to Nairobi.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Nairobi (average of $814). Flying from San Francisco to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,163). 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 9 airlines flying from San Francisco to Nairobi

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$831Average$1,122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$894Average$1,247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
DeltaCheapest$907Average$1,358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Brussels AirlinesCheapest$922Average$1,265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$949Average$1,363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$951Average$1,349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
EmiratesCheapest$1,029Average$1,229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,072Average$1,435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$1,196Average$2,153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%

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