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Flights from Sharjah to Nairobi

Nonstop flights from Sharjah (SHJ) to Nairobi (NBO) take about 4h 58m (3,575 km). Air Arabia flies it. Lowest fare seen: $158 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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Before you flyAirport lounges at Sharjah →1 lounge at Sharjah AirportTrains, buses and taxi faresNBO to Nairobi: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Nairobi →4 drop-off points, from $3.90

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Airlines flying Sharjah to Nairobi

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

✈ Air Arabianonstop fare seen

Sharjah to Nairobi fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Feb 2027, from $178 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$26429 Oct 2026 · Air Arabia$212 · 1 stop31 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$2414 Nov 2026 · Air Arabia$207 · 1 stop1 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$26523 Dec 2026 · Air Arabia$243 · 1 stop30 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$26214 Jan 2027 · Air Arabia$242 · 1 stop4 Jan 2027
Feb 2027$17827 Feb 2027 · Air Arabia—
Mar 2027$24123 Mar 2027 · Air Arabia$236 · 1 stop23 Mar 2027
Apr 2027$2628 Apr 2027 · Air Arabia$247 · 1 stop8 Apr 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Later departures were cheaper: from $178 in February 2027, against $207 for November 2026.

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 (Sharjah 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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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 — Sharjah to Nairobi flights

How long is the flight from Sharjah to Nairobi?
A nonstop flight from Sharjah (SHJ) to Nairobi (NBO) takes about 4h 58m, covering 3,575 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 Sharjah from Nairobi by air?
The great-circle distance between Sharjah International Airport and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is 3,575 km (2,221 miles), a long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Sharjah to Nairobi?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the SHJ–NBO route include Air Arabia. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Sharjah to Nairobi cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on SHJ–NBO was $158 USD with Air Arabia (nonstop), departing 14 Feb 2027, 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 Sharjah to Nairobi?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in February 2027 were cheapest, from $178 one-way, against $247 for April 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from Sharjah 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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