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$546+ Cheap flights from Knoxville (TYS) to Nairobi

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TYS — NBO
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
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Cheap flight deals from Knoxville to Nairobi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Knoxville (TYS) to Nairobi (NB0). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated March 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,801
(Expedia)

One-way from

$546
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,283
From Knoxville McGhee Tyson to Nairobi
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One-way flight from Knoxville McGhee Tyson to Nairobi
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Cheapest flights from Knoxville to Nairobi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Knoxville to Nairobi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/36:32 pmTYS - NBO
2 stops22h 18mQatar Airways
Sat 4/56:10 pmNBO - TYS
2 stops30h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/30$1,562
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/35:45 amTYS - NBO
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
Fri 4/43:45 amNBO - TYS
3 stops37h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/30$1,691
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/286:26 pmTYS - NBO
2 stops43h 19mBritish Airways
Thu 7/318:15 amNBO - TYS
2 stops43h 41mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/30$1,801
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/285:45 amTYS - NBO
3 stops33h 45mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/3110:45 pmNBO - TYS
2 stops30h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$1,821
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/288:10 amTYS - NBO
1 stop25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/316:20 pmNBO - TYS
2 stops48h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$1,951
This StudentUniverse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure StudentUniverse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/32:20 pmTYS - NBO
3 stops23h 35mLufthansa
Sat 4/56:00 pmNBO - TYS
3 stops32h 36mLufthansa
Deal found 3/30$1,974
This Brussels Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Brussels Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/282:30 pmTYS - NBO
3 stops46h 50mBrussels Airlines
Thu 7/3110:45 pmNBO - TYS
3 stops29h 12mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 3/30$2,092

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Knoxville to Nairobi that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Knoxville to Nairobi that are best for you.

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KnoxvilleNairobi

TYS - NBO

TYSNBO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 6/28

6:26 pm-8:45 pm

2 stops43h 19m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 7/31

8:15 am-8:56 pm

2 stops43h 41m

$1,801

KnoxvilleNairobi

TYS - NBO

TYSNBO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 6/28

5:45 am-10:30 pm

3 stops33h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 7/31

10:45 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops30h 50m

$1,821

KnoxvilleNairobi

TYS - NBO

TYSNBO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 6/28

8:10 am-5:00 pm

1 stop25h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 7/31

6:20 pm-11:26 am

2 stops48h 06m

$1,951

KnoxvilleNairobi

TYS - NBO

TYSNBO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 6/28

2:30 pm-8:20 pm

3 stops46h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 7/31

10:45 pm-8:57 pm

3 stops29h 12m

$2,092

KnoxvilleNairobi

TYS - NBO

TYSNBO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 6/28

7:24 am-11:50 pm

2 stops33h 26m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 7/30

1:20 am-8:56 pm

2 stops50h 36m

$2,552

KnoxvilleNairobi

TYS - NBO

TYSNBO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 5/12

7:15 am-10:45 am

1 stop20h 30m

$546

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Deals found on 3/30

Best time to book a flight from Knoxville to Nairobi

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Nairobi from Knoxville with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Knoxville to Nairobi

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Knoxville to Nairobi?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to Nairobi (average of $1,009). Flying from Knoxville to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,613). 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 TYS to NBO?

Find hourly flight availability from Knoxville to Nairobi. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 31, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Knoxville to Nairobi in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 15% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Rainfall in Nairobi by month

Plan your trip to Nairobi by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Nairobi ranges from 0.4 - 6.3 inches per month. April is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Nairobi when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Nairobi by month

Plan your trip to Nairobi by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Nairobi, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 62.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Nairobi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nairobi. 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 Nairobi. Reviews last updated March 31, 2025.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,541 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

JFK - DOH

Very good, first time travel with Qatar airlines, great, thank you
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,541 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,541 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

JFK - DOH

Very good, first time travel with Qatar airlines, great, thank you
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,614 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,541 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

JFK - DOH

Very good, first time travel with Qatar airlines, great, thank you
Brussels Airlines
7.4
Good
345 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,541 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

JFK - DOH

Very good, first time travel with Qatar airlines, great, thank you
British Airways
6.6
Okay
6,713 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,541 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

JFK - DOH

Very good, first time travel with Qatar airlines, great, thank you

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Knoxville to Nairobi. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Knoxville to Nairobi?

    Most people fly from Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS) if they book a flight from Knoxville to Nairobi. On average, McGhee Tyson has 0 outbound flights to Nairobi per day from 4 airlines. Knoxville McGhee Tyson is conveniently located just 11.3 mi from Knoxville’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Knoxville to Nairobi round-trip?

    According to our current data, British Airways ($1,801), United Airlines ($1,821), and Brussels Airlines ($2,092) offers the cheapest pricing from Knoxville to Nairobi.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Knoxville to Nairobi that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Knoxville to Nairobi flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Knoxville to Nairobi?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Knoxville to Nairobi.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Knoxville to Nairobi?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Knoxville to Nairobi by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Knoxville to Nairobi?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to Nairobi (average of $1,009). Flying from Knoxville to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,613). 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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Top 4 airlines flying from Knoxville to Nairobi

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Knoxville to Nairobi. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$1,117Average$1,299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$1,238Average$1,361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,250Average$1,354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,351Average$1,426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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