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Flights from New York to Nairobi

Nonstop flights from New York (JFK) to Nairobi (NBO) take about 15h 18m (11,837 km). Kenya Airways flies it. Lowest fare seen: $589 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

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

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Aircraft waiting on JFK airport apron with New York City skyline in the background. — lounges at JFK Airport

JFK Airport · 8 lounges

Before you flyAirport lounges at JFK →

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

from €98.19

Day Trips from Nairobi

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Airlines flying New York to Nairobi

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

✈ Kenya Airwaysnonstop fare seen

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 — New York to Nairobi flights

How long is the flight from New York to Nairobi?

A nonstop flight from New York (JFK) to Nairobi (NBO) takes about 15h 18m, covering 11,837 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 New York from Nairobi by air?

The great-circle distance between John F. Kennedy International Airport and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is 11,837 km (7,355 miles), a ultra long-haul route.

Which airlines fly from New York to Nairobi?

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

How much does a flight from New York to Nairobi cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on JFK–NBO was $589 USD with Kenya Airways (nonstop), departing 26 Oct 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.

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

In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $531 with one stop against $589 nonstop, a saving of $58. Nonstop saves the connection time.

Do I need a visa to travel from USA 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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