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$550+ 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 2/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Sep 10 — Sep 171
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The best prices from San Francisco to Nairobi are usually found in October or February, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Nairobi

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Cheap San Francisco to Nairobi flights in September & October 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Francisco to Nairobi specifically for the months of September and October 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,924,376 searches. Prices were last updated on September 5, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from San Francisco to Nairobi in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/86:35 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop21h 05mTurkish Airlines
Wed 10/233:25 amNBO - SFO
1 stop23h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/5$769
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
Sun 10/136:35 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop21h 05mTurkish Airlines
Mon 10/284:35 amNBO - SFO
1 stop23h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/4$781
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 10/297:50 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop21h 45mTurkish Airlines
Wed 11/134:35 amNBO - SFO
1 stop23h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/4$783
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/96:35 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop21h 05mTurkish Airlines
Wed 10/163:25 amNBO - SFO
1 stop41h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/3$784
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
Thu 9/261:15 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop28h 00mTurkish Airlines
Wed 10/23:25 amNBO - SFO
1 stop41h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/4$809
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
Thu 10/31:15 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop28h 00mTurkish Airlines
Wed 10/163:25 amNBO - SFO
1 stop23h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/4$812
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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.
Wed 9/181:50 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop22h 05mDelta
Wed 11/1311:59 pmNBO - SFO
1 stop22h 51mDelta
Deal found 9/5$814
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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.
Wed 9/186:00 amSFO - NBO
2 stops29h 55mDelta
Wed 11/1311:59 pmNBO - SFO
1 stop22h 51mDelta
Deal found 9/5$818
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 10/272:50 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop21h 10mDelta
Sun 11/1011:30 pmNBO - SFO
1 stop24h 40mDelta
Deal found 9/4$819

San Francisco to Nairobi 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Francisco and Nairobi in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,924,376 searches. Data last updated September 5, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from San Francisco to Nairobi in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/86:35 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop21h 05mTurkish Airlines
Wed 10/233:25 amNBO - SFO
1 stop23h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/5$769
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
Sun 10/136:35 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop21h 05mTurkish Airlines
Mon 10/284:35 amNBO - SFO
1 stop23h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/4$781
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 10/297:50 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop21h 45mTurkish Airlines
Wed 11/134:35 amNBO - SFO
1 stop23h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/4$783
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/96:35 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop21h 05mTurkish Airlines
Wed 10/163:25 amNBO - SFO
1 stop41h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/3$784
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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.
Mon 11/181:50 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop21h 10mDelta
Sat 12/148:45 amNBO - SFO
1 stop23h 45mDelta
Deal found 9/5$801
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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.
Mon 11/186:00 amSFO - NBO
2 stops29h 00mDelta
Sat 12/148:45 amNBO - SFO
1 stop25h 27mDelta
Deal found 9/5$806
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
Thu 9/261:15 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop28h 00mTurkish Airlines
Wed 10/23:25 amNBO - SFO
1 stop41h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/4$809
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 11/216:15 amSFO - NBO
2 stops28h 05mDelta
Thu 12/128:45 amNBO - SFO
1 stop25h 27mDelta
Deal found 9/5$810
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
Thu 10/31:15 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop28h 00mTurkish Airlines
Wed 10/163:25 amNBO - SFO
1 stop23h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/4$812

San Francisco to Nairobi flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from San Francisco to Nairobi for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,924,376 searches. Data last updated September 5, 2024.
Users seeking a last-minute flight from San Francisco to Nairobi should consider booking one of these fares. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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.
Wed 9/181:50 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop22h 05mDelta
Wed 11/1311:59 pmNBO - SFO
1 stop22h 51mDelta
Deal found 9/5$814
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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.
Wed 9/186:00 amSFO - NBO
2 stops29h 55mDelta
Wed 11/1311:59 pmNBO - SFO
1 stop22h 51mDelta
Deal found 9/5$818
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
Wed 9/1810:10 amSFO - NBO
2 stops25h 45mDelta
Wed 11/1311:59 pmNBO - SFO
1 stop22h 51mDelta
Deal found 9/4$819
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Tue 9/101:55 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop22h 00mDelta
Wed 9/1811:59 pmNBO - SFO
2 stops28h 56mDelta
Deal found 9/3$824
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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.
Wed 9/188:00 amSFO - NBO
2 stops27h 55mDelta
Wed 11/1311:59 pmNBO - SFO
2 stops35h 00mDelta
Deal found 9/5$828
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/107:20 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop39h 20mBritish Airways
Wed 9/1810:40 pmNBO - SFO
1 stop24h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/3$922
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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.
Tue 9/101:55 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop22h 00mDelta
Sun 10/2011:59 pmNBO - SFO
2 stops30h 02mDelta
Deal found 9/5$932
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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.
Mon 9/912:46 amSFO - NBO
2 stops35h 09mDelta
Sun 10/2011:59 pmNBO - SFO
2 stops30h 02mDelta
Deal found 9/5$936
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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.
Tue 9/107:20 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop39h 20mBritish Airways
Sun 10/2010:40 pmNBO - SFO
1 stop24h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/5$962

One-way flights to Nairobi from San Francisco

Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Nairobi. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,924,376 searches. Data last updated September 5, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from San Francisco to Nairobi. Users can also find round-trip San Francisco to Nairobi flights by using the search form above.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/199:17 amSFO - NBO
2 stops27h 48mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/4$550
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/196:20 amSFO - NBO
2 stops30h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/5$592
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/610:15 pmSFO - NBO
2 stops50h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/4$603
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/66:00 amSFO - NBO
3 stops59h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/4$618
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/68:30 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop47h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/4$678
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/164:10 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop21h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/5$687
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Sat 10/127:40 pmSFO - NBO
2 stops37h 55mSWISS
Deal found 9/3$698
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 10/164:10 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop21h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/4$700
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 2/191:30 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop21h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 9/4$702

Find flights from San Francisco to Nairobi within your budget

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 2,924,376 searches. Data last updated September 5, 2024.

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$769 - $930

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San FranciscoNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Tue 10/8

1 stop21h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 10/23

1 stop23h 15m

$769

San FranciscoNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Mon 11/18

1 stop21h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 12/12

1 stop25h 27m

$801

San FranciscoNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Thu 1/23

1 stop21h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 2/13

2 stops28h 24m

$849

San FranciscoNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Tue 11/19

3 stops27h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 12/11

2 stops32h 56m

$880

San FranciscoNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Mon 11/11

3 stops35h 56m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 11/18

2 stops29h 38m

$894

San FranciscoNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Tue 10/29

2 stops30h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 11/13

2 stops30h 05m

$895

San FranciscoNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Sat 10/26

3 stops28h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 11/13

1 stop27h 15m

$898

San FranciscoNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Sun 12/1

1 stop37h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 12/13

1 stop26h 05m

$921

San FranciscoNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Sun 11/10

3 stops64h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 11/18

2 stops51h 30m

$930

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Nairobi

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Nairobi from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Nairobi

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to Nairobi including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 August 30, 2024.

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Nairobi (average of $747). Flying from San Francisco to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,218). 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 SFO to NBO?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 5, 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to Nairobi in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 40% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Nairobi?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on September 1, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Nairobi flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to Nairobi?

Our users search for these airlines the most when looking for flights from San Francisco to Nairobi. Data last updated on September 5, 2024.

Consider Delta, Qatar Airways or Turkish Airlines when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from San Francisco to Nairobi.

Delta

Delta

From $785

Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways

From $910

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

From $746

American Airlines

American Airlines

From $970

Rainfall in Nairobi by month

Plan your trip to Nairobi by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in Nairobi by month

Plan your trip to Nairobi by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 5, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Turkish Airlines, United Airlines and Brussels Airlines from San Francisco to Nairobi. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,648 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,648 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,648 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Delta
8.0
Very good
9,185 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,648 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,356 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,648 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

China Southern
8.0
Very good
174 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,648 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

SWISS
7.7
Good
1,749 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,648 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

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  • 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 12 airlines. San Francisco is conveniently located just 11.8 mi from San Francisco’s city center.

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    There are currently 20+ open flights from San Francisco to Nairobi within the next 7 days for less than $900.

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    Flying on Turkish Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Nairobi, with prices starting at $769. Another option worth looking into is Delta, starting at $801 round trip. Turkish Airlines is priced at 36% 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 Alaska Airlines ($550), Qatar Airways ($687), and SWISS ($698).

  • What does SFO to NBO mean?

    SFO stands for San Francisco Airport, while NBO stands for Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL), Nanyuki Airport (NYK), Amboseli Airport (ASV) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

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

    San Francisco to Nairobi flights have a layover in Doha most often. Istanbul is the second most popular location for layovers on flights from San Francisco to Nairobi. Amsterdam ranks third in terms of the most popular layover location on San Francisco to Nairobi flights.

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    If you're on a layover in Doha and looking for things to do, consider visiting Museum of Islamic Art, Qatar National Museum, or Aspire Tower. Museum of Islamic Art, Qatar National Museum, and Aspire Tower are located about 5.2 mi, 4.4 mi, and 10.6 mi, respectively from Doha Hamad Intl. Travelers can book a car rental at Doha Hamad Intl for about $24 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, Sultan Ahmet Camii, and Laleli Camii more than any other notable places. Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii, and Laleli Camii can be accessed by traveling approximately 20.8 mi, 22.3 mi, and 21.5 mi, respectively from Istanbul. Travelers in need of a car in Istanbul can rent one for about $42 per day.

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    If you're on a layover in Amsterdam and looking for things to do, consider visiting De Dam, Anne Frank Huis, or Van Gogh Museum. De Dam, Anne Frank Huis, and Van Gogh Museum can be accessed by traveling approximately 7.0 mi, 6.8 mi, and 6.0 mi, respectively from Amsterdam Schiphol. Those looking to explore during their layover in Amsterdam can rent a car from Amsterdam Schiphol for about $45 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 Paris. Paris is followed by London in terms of the least popular layover location on flights from San Francisco to Nairobi. London is followed by Frankfurt am Main in terms of the least popular layover location for San Francisco to Nairobi flights.

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    Many airlines flying from San Francisco to Nairobi offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

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    The San Francisco to Nairobi flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 9/5.

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Nairobi (average of $747). Flying from San Francisco to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,218). 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 San Francisco to Nairobi

Discover the top 10 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 2,924,376 searches. Data last updated September 5, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$746Average$903FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$785Average$1,336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$854Average$1,379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air FranceCheapest$897Average$1,149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$910Average$1,419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
British AirwaysCheapest$922Average$1,303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$955Average$1,545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
American AirlinesCheapest$970Average$1,709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
EmiratesCheapest$1,110Average$1,489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$1,136Average$2,336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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