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Flights from Istanbul to Nairobi

Nonstop flights from Istanbul (IST) to Nairobi (NBO) take about 6h 31m (4,808 km). Turkish Airlines flies it. Lowest fare seen: $386 one-way, nonstop (22 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

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A Turkish Airlines aircraft flying amidst clouds over Istanbul, capturing travel's essence. — lounges at Istanbul Airport

Istanbul Airport · 3 lounges

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Trains, buses and taxi faresNBO to Nairobi: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Nairobi →4 drop-off points, from $3.90

Things to book in Nairobi

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Airlines flying Istanbul to Nairobi

Carriers on IST–NBO according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Turkish Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Istanbul to Nairobi fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Dec 2026, from $386 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $175. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	$41728 Oct 2026 · Turkish Airlines	$218 · 1 stop29 Oct 2026
Nov 2026	$38720 Nov 2026 · Turkish Airlines	$175 · 1 stop10 Nov 2026
Dec 2026	$38618 Dec 2026 · Turkish Airlines	$176 · 1 stop10 Dec 2026
Jan 2027	$41828 Jan 2027 · Turkish Airlines	$176 · 1 stop28 Jan 2027
Feb 2027	$42927 Feb 2027 · Turkish Airlines	$176 · 1 stop4 Feb 2027
Mar 2027	$4224 Mar 2027 · Turkish Airlines	$176 · 1 stop4 Mar 2027
Apr 2027	$42117 Apr 2027 · Turkish Airlines	$186 · 1 stop17 Apr 2027
May 2027	$41913 May 2027 · Turkish Airlines	$178 · 1 stop30 May 2027
Jun 2027	$4231 Jun 2027 · Turkish Airlines	$371 · 1 stop1 Jun 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $175 for November 2026, $176 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 9 of 9 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Istanbul 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

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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 — Istanbul to Nairobi flights

How long is the flight from Istanbul to Nairobi?

A nonstop flight from Istanbul (IST) to Nairobi (NBO) takes about 6h 31m, covering 4,808 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 Istanbul from Nairobi by air?

The great-circle distance between İstanbul Airport and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is 4,808 km (2,988 miles), a long-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Istanbul to Nairobi?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the IST–NBO route include Turkish Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from Istanbul to Nairobi cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on IST–NBO was $386 USD with Turkish Airlines (nonstop), departing 18 Dec 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 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 Istanbul to Nairobi?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $175 one-way, against $371 for June 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.

Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Istanbul to Nairobi?

In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $175 with one stop against $386 nonstop, a saving of $211. Nonstop saves the connection time.

Do I need a visa to travel from Turkey 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 22 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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