City view from Uhuru Park, Nairobi, Nairobi — flights from Doha to Nairobi
Doha, QatarNairobi, Kenya

Flights from Doha to Nairobi

Nonstop flights from Doha (DOH) to Nairobi (NBO) take about 4h 41m (3,353 km). Qatar Airways flies it. Lowest fare seen: $277 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Nairobi

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Explore the vibrant skyline of Nairobi with its modern skyscrapers under an overcast sky. — arriving in Nairobi

Airport transfer

NBO → Nairobi, booked before you fly

A private driver meets you in arrivals at a price agreed when you book. Book with Welcome Pickups.

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Things to book in Nairobi

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Airlines flying Doha to Nairobi

Carriers on DOH–NBO according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Qatar Airwaysnonstop fare seen

Doha to Nairobi fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $291 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $186. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$42024 Oct 2026 · Qatar Airways$212 · 1 stop24 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$2914 Nov 2026 · Qatar Airways$186 · 1 stop20 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$39510 Dec 2026 · Qatar Airways$197 · 1 stop5 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$37230 Jan 2027 · Qatar Airways$193 · 1 stop10 Jan 2027
Feb 2027$4237 Feb 2027 · Qatar Airways$206 · 1 stop7 Feb 2027
Aug 2027$40526 Aug 2027 · Qatar Airways$209 · 1 stop26 Aug 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $186 for November 2026, $193 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 6 of 6 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Doha to Nairobi, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Nairobi

Based on weather and travel conditions in Kenya

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Best monthsGoodAvoid if possible

Kenya is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Doha to Nairobi flights

How long is the flight from Doha to Nairobi?
A nonstop flight from Doha (DOH) to Nairobi (NBO) takes about 4h 41m, covering 3,353 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Doha from Nairobi by air?
The great-circle distance between Hamad International Airport and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is 3,353 km (2,083 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Doha to Nairobi?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the DOH–NBO route include Qatar Airways. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Doha to Nairobi cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on DOH–NBO was $277 USD with Qatar Airways (nonstop), departing 4 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Doha to Nairobi?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $186 one-way, against $212 for October 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Doha to Nairobi?
In the fares we saw (12 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $189 with one stop against $277 nonstop, a saving of $88. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from Qatar to Kenya?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Kenya visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Nairobi?
Kenya is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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