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$1,029+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Nairobi

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SAN — NBO
Feb 25 — Mar 41
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The best prices from San Diego to Nairobi are usually found in February or March, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Nairobi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 February 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,029
(Air France)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,193
From San Diego to Nairobi
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($221 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($61 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025

Find flight deals from San Diego to Nairobi

Cheapest flights from San Diego to Nairobi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Nairobi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/610:10 pmSAN - NBO
2 stops35h 45mDelta
Fri 10/1710:25 pmNBO - SAN
2 stops34h 29mDelta
Deal found 2/20$1,196
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Mon 10/611:30 amSAN - NBO
2 stops26h 20mQatar Airways
Fri 10/171:20 amNBO - SAN
2 stops30h 22mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/20$1,241
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/227:10 pmSAN - NBO
1 stop40h 25mBritish Airways
Sat 3/2911:40 pmNBO - SAN
1 stop28h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/20$1,245
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Tue 4/2210:59 amSAN - NBO
3 stops25h 31mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/1110:45 pmNBO - SAN
2 stops31h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,258
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/229:30 amSAN - NBO
2 stops28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/295:00 pmNBO - SAN
2 stops37h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,269
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/229:30 amSAN - NBO
2 stops28h 35mAlaska Airlines
Fri 3/281:35 amNBO - SAN
2 stops29h 01mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,352
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/2311:04 amSAN - NBO
2 stops26h 46mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/2311:10 pmNBO - SAN
1 stop28h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$1,589
This Brussels Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Wed 4/2310:59 amSAN - NBO
3 stops47h 21mBrussels Airlines
Wed 7/2311:45 pmNBO - SAN
3 stops52h 35mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,618
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/11:55 pmSAN - NBO
2 stops44h 00mAir France
Tue 7/2210:25 pmNBO - SAN
2 stops34h 29mAir France
Deal found 2/20$1,690
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/239:30 pmSAN - NBO
3 stops42h 00mEthiopian Air
Tue 7/223:45 amNBO - SAN
3 stops45h 14mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/19$2,213
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/248:10 amSAN - NBO
3 stops28h 20mAir Canada
Sat 7/510:55 pmNBO - SAN
2 stops32h 58mAir Canada
Deal found 2/20$6,303

Find flights from San Diego to Nairobi within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 February 20, 2025.

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San DiegoNairobi

SAN - NBO

SANNBO

San Diego

Sat 3/22

7:10 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop40h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 3/29

11:40 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop28h 20m

$1,245

San DiegoNairobi

SAN - NBO

SANNBO

San Diego

Tue 4/22

10:59 am-10:30 pm

3 stops25h 31m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 9/11

10:45 pm-8:33 pm

2 stops31h 48m

$1,258

San DiegoNairobi

SAN - NBO

SANNBO

San Diego

Sat 3/22

9:30 am-12:05 am

2 stops28h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 3/29

5:00 pm-8:24 pm

2 stops37h 24m

$1,269

San DiegoNairobi

SAN - NBO

SANNBO

San Diego

Sat 3/22

9:30 am-12:05 am

2 stops28h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 3/28

1:35 am-8:36 pm

2 stops29h 01m

$1,352

San DiegoNairobi

SAN - NBO

SANNBO

San Diego

Wed 4/23

10:27 am-11:50 pm

2 stops27h 23m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 7/22

1:20 am-10:04 pm

2 stops30h 44m

$1,403

San DiegoNairobi

SAN - NBO

SANNBO

San Diego

Wed 4/23

11:04 am-11:50 pm

2 stops26h 46m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 7/23

11:10 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop28h 50m

$1,589

San DiegoNairobi

SAN - NBO

SANNBO

San Diego

Wed 4/23

10:59 am-8:20 pm

3 stops47h 21m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 7/23

11:45 pm-6:20 pm

3 stops52h 35m

$1,618

San DiegoNairobi

SAN - NBO

SANNBO

San Diego

Tue 7/1

1:55 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops44h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 7/22

10:25 pm-10:54 pm

2 stops34h 29m

$1,690

San DiegoNairobi

SAN - NBO

SANNBO

San Diego

Wed 4/23

9:30 pm-1:30 am

3 stops42h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 7/22

3:45 am-2:59 pm

3 stops45h 14m

$2,213

San DiegoNairobi

SAN - NBO

SANNBO

San Diego

Tue 6/24

8:10 am-10:30 pm

3 stops28h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 7/5

10:55 pm-9:53 pm

2 stops32h 58m

$6,303

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Deals found on 2/20

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to Nairobi

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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Nairobi?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Nairobi, you should look to book at least 71 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Nairobi (average of $1,009). Flying from San Diego to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,616). 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 SAN to NBO?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 February 20, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Diego to Nairobi at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 11% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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 February 20, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Delta and Qatar Airways from San Diego to Nairobi. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Nairobi from San Diego, you will be flying from San Diego, which is the city’s only airport. San Diego (SAN) is located 2.6 mi from the center of San Diego. There are 0 flights from San Diego to Nairobi per day from 7 different airlines.

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

    Flying on Air France is currently your cheapest option to Nairobi, with prices starting at $1,029. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by British Airways and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $1,037 and $1,059, respectively. Users have found that Air France is 32% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Nairobi?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Nairobi?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Nairobi (average of $1,009). Flying from San Diego to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,616). 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 7 airlines flying from San Diego to Nairobi

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$759Average$1,586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,040Average$1,522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,157Average$1,609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
DeltaCheapest$1,168Average$1,639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$1,170Average$1,562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,220Average$1,705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,589Average$1,912FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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