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$539+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Nairobi

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The best prices from San Francisco to Nairobi are usually found in October or February, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Nairobi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Nairobi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 20, 2024.

This Brussels Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 11/202:40 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop20h 20mBrussels Airlines
Wed 11/2711:45 pmNBO - SFO
2 stops33h 06mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 11/20$908
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Wed 12/48:40 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop37h 55mBritish Airways
Wed 12/1111:35 pmNBO - SFO
1 stop26h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/20$922
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/41:55 pmSFO - NBO
2 stops44h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1111:55 pmNBO - SFO
2 stops27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$926
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/41:10 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop27h 25mTurkish Airlines
Thu 12/194:35 amNBO - SFO
1 stop41h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/19$944
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/38:30 amSFO - NBO
3 stops27h 25mAir Canada
Mon 12/1611:55 pmNBO - SFO
2 stops32h 56mAir Canada
Deal found 11/19$959
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/281:30 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop21h 30mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/911:55 pmNBO - SFO
2 stops31h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$980
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Thu 11/281:50 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop21h 10mDelta
Mon 12/911:30 pmNBO - SFO
1 stop24h 40mDelta
Deal found 11/20$1,037
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/410:37 amSFO - NBO
2 stops26h 28mQatar Airways
Tue 12/101:35 amNBO - SFO
1 stop22h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/20$1,247
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/51:30 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop21h 30mLufthansa
Thu 12/1911:45 pmNBO - SFO
1 stop23h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 11/19$1,309
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Sun 12/111:40 amSFO - NBO
2 stops25h 25mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/171:35 amNBO - SFO
2 stops30h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,449
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Wed 11/2711:20 pmSFO - NBO
2 stops26h 50mEthiopian Air
Tue 12/36:00 pmNBO - SFO
3 stops50h 37mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/20$1,510

Find flights from San Francisco to Nairobi within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Thu 1/30

6:50 pm-3:15 am

1 stop21h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 2/12

4:35 am-4:45 pm

1 stop23h 10m

$910

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Mon 3/3

9:21 am-9:20 pm

2 stops24h 59m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 3/19

11:59 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop22h 51m

$911

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Sat 3/8

11:59 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops33h 56m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 3/29

11:45 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop22h 55m

$922

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Mon 3/3

11:31 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops35h 29m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 3/19

11:55 pm-9:51 pm

2 stops31h 56m

$924

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Mon 3/10

6:25 pm-10:55 pm

3 stops42h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 3/31

10:40 pm-8:25 pm

2 stops31h 45m

$931

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Fri 3/7

2:40 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 3/17

11:55 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops27h 30m

$936

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Mon 12/2

8:40 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop37h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 12/22

11:55 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop26h 05m

$943

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Mon 3/10

9:35 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops38h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 3/29

11:45 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop22h 55m

$957

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Sun 3/16

8:25 pm-10:55 pm

3 stops64h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 3/29

11:45 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops50h 25m

$967

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Wed 1/22

2:45 pm-7:35 am

1 stop29h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 2/4

1:35 am-12:35 pm

1 stop22h 00m

$974

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Nairobi

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to Nairobi including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to Nairobi may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 72 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Nairobi (average of $1,001). Flying from San Francisco to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,615). 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 SFO to NBO?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 November 20, 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to Nairobi in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 14% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Nairobi?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Nairobi flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 November 20, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines and Delta from San Francisco to Nairobi. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,461 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,637 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,831 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,486 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Nairobi?

    Most people fly from San Francisco (SFO) if they book a flight from San Francisco to Nairobi. On average, San Francisco has 0 outbound flights to Nairobi per day from 12 airlines. San Francisco is conveniently located just 11.8 mi from San Francisco’s city center.

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

    Flying on Turkish Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Nairobi, with prices starting at $910. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $911 and $922, respectively. Turkish Airlines is priced at 24% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Nairobi one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco to Nairobi are Etihad Airways ($626), Air Canada ($683), and Qatar Airways ($687).

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Nairobi?

    San Francisco to Nairobi flights have a layover in Doha most often. Istanbul is the second most popular location for layovers on flights from San Francisco to Nairobi. Amsterdam ranks third in terms of the most popular layover location on San Francisco to Nairobi flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Doha?

    If you're on a layover in Doha and looking for things to do, consider visiting Museum of Islamic Art, Katara Cultural Village, or Aspire Tower. Museum of Islamic Art, Katara Cultural Village, and Aspire Tower are located about 5.2 mi, 8.7 mi, and 10.6 mi, respectively from Doha Hamad Intl. Travelers can book a car rental at Doha Hamad Intl for about $33 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Istanbul?

    Istanbul travelers tend to visit Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii, and Ayasofya more than any other notable places. Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii, and Ayasofya can be accessed by traveling approximately 20.8 mi, 22.3 mi, and 22.2 mi, respectively from Istanbul. Travelers in need of a car in Istanbul can rent one for about $28 per day.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Amsterdam?

    If you're on a layover in Amsterdam and looking for things to do, consider visiting De Dam, Anne Frank Huis, or Van Gogh Museum. De Dam, Anne Frank Huis, and Van Gogh Museum can be accessed by traveling approximately 7.0 mi, 6.8 mi, and 6.0 mi, respectively from Amsterdam Schiphol. Those looking to explore during their layover in Amsterdam can rent a car from Amsterdam Schiphol for about $37 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Nairobi flights?

    San Francisco to Nairobi flights that have layovers will least frequently stop in Paris. Paris is followed by London in terms of the least popular layover location on flights from San Francisco to Nairobi. London is followed by Frankfurt am Main in terms of the least popular layover location for San Francisco to Nairobi flights.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Nairobi (average of $1,001). Flying from San Francisco to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,615). 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 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to Nairobi

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$746Average$888FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$785Average$1,201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$828Average$1,149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$888Average$1,386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$914Average$1,420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
British AirwaysCheapest$921Average$1,361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$944Average$1,564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
American AirlinesCheapest$989Average$1,709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Brussels AirlinesCheapest$1,079Average$1,678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
EmiratesCheapest$1,113Average$1,440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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