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$539+ Cheap flights from Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) to New York, NY (NYC)

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NBO — NYC
Aug 5 — Aug 121
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Round-trip from

$765
(lol.travel)

One-way from

$539
(Booking.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,197

Good round-trip deal

$1,433 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,159 or less
From Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to New York (NYC)
One-way flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to New York (NYC)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($134 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($31 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
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Wed 9/173:45 amNBO - EWR
2 stops23h 00mEthiopian Air
Wed 10/110:55 amEWR - NBO
1 stop19h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/31$765
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Thu 9/1810:45 pmNBO - EWR
1 stop19h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/16:00 amEWR - NBO
2 stops31h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/31$833
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Thu 9/1810:45 pmNBO - JFK
1 stop21h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/16:10 pmJFK - NBO
1 stop19h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/31$836
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Thu 9/1810:45 pmNBO - JFK
1 stop21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/19:00 amJFK - NBO
2 stops28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$866
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Wed 10/111:45 pmNBO - EWR
2 stops21h 58mAir Canada
Sun 10/123:30 pmEWR - NBO
2 stops21h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 7/31$870
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Wed 10/111:45 pmNBO - LGA
2 stops25h 45mAir Canada
Sun 10/123:30 pmLGA - NBO
2 stops21h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 7/31$876
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Thu 9/116:00 pmNBO - JFK
2 stops21h 55mEthiopian Air
Fri 9/2610:55 amJFK - NBO
1 stop19h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/30$883
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Wed 10/111:45 pmNBO - JFK
1 stop20h 15mBrussels Airlines
Sun 10/126:10 pmJFK - NBO
1 stop19h 10mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 7/31$895
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Mon 9/2210:45 pmNBO - EWR
2 stops22h 58mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/610:25 amEWR - NBO
2 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$906
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Mon 9/2210:45 pmNBO - LGA
2 stops23h 02mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/610:15 amLGA - NBO
2 stops27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$906
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Sat 10/410:45 pmNBO - EWR
1 stop21h 30mLufthansa
Thu 10/166:40 pmEWR - NBO
1 stop18h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 7/31$909
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Mon 10/610:45 pmNBO - LGA
2 stops27h 52mLufthansa
Sat 10/183:30 pmLGA - NBO
3 stops24h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 7/31$909

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York that are best for you.

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NairobiNewark

NBO - EWR

NBOEWR

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 9/17

3:45 am-7:45 pm

2 stops23h 00m

Newark

Wed 10/1

10:55 am-1:10 pm

1 stop19h 15m

$765

NairobiNewark

NBO - EWR

NBOEWR

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 9/18

10:45 pm-11:15 am

1 stop19h 30m

Newark

Wed 10/1

6:00 am-8:20 pm

2 stops31h 20m

$833

NairobiNew York

NBO - JFK

NBOJFK

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 9/18

10:45 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop21h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/1

6:10 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop19h 10m

$836

NairobiNew York

NBO - JFK

NBOJFK

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 9/18

10:45 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop21h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/1

9:00 am-8:20 pm

2 stops28h 20m

$866

NairobiNewark

NBO - EWR

NBOEWR

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 10/1

11:45 pm-2:43 pm

2 stops21h 58m

Newark

Sun 10/12

3:30 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops21h 50m

$870

NairobiNew York

NBO - LGA

NBOLGA

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 10/1

11:45 pm-6:30 pm

2 stops25h 45m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 10/12

3:30 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops21h 50m

$876

NairobiNew York

NBO - JFK

NBOJFK

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 9/11

6:00 pm-8:55 am

2 stops21h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 9/26

10:55 am-1:10 pm

1 stop19h 15m

$883

NairobiNew York

NBO - JFK

NBOJFK

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 10/1

11:45 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop20h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 10/12

6:10 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop19h 10m

$895

NairobiNewark

NBO - EWR

NBOEWR

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 9/22

10:45 pm-2:43 pm

2 stops22h 58m

Newark

Mon 10/6

10:25 am-8:20 pm

2 stops26h 55m

$906

NairobiNew York

NBO - LGA

NBOLGA

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 9/22

10:45 pm-2:47 pm

2 stops23h 02m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 10/6

10:15 am-8:20 pm

2 stops27h 05m

$906

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to New York. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

Booking 20 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York (average of $236). Flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $313). 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 NBO to NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 22% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Addis Ababa (ADD) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Addis Ababa (ADD) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $847.

What’s the fastest layover option from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Paris (CDG) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 19h 05m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Paris (CDG) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 05m.

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. 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 New York. Reviews last updated July 31, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Delta, and Air France from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York round-trip?

    Ethiopian Air, at $765, was found to be the cheapest airline from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and Air Canada. Ethiopian Air is priced at 34% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $539 on IndiGo. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from $688 and RwandAir from $724 one-way.

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    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $1,046. While the most popular route (Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl) can be booked for $874 on average our data indicates $2,136 when flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York (average of $236). Flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $313). 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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LufthansaCheapest$840Average$1,038FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$851Average$912FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
United AirlinesCheapest$865Average$1,081FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Brussels AirlinesCheapest$896Average$1,036FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$901Average$987FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$937Average$1,186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$968Average$1,216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$982Average$1,272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,078Average$1,146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
EmiratesCheapest$1,127Average$1,253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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