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$566+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Nairobi

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Round-trip from

$910
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$566
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$983
From San Francisco to Nairobi
One-way flight from San Francisco to Nairobi
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 24% potential increase in price ($400 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($56 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025

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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 March 28, 2025.

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Fri 4/256:45 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop21h 05mTurkish Airlines
Thu 5/13:35 amNBO - SFO
1 stop41h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/27$911
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Tue 4/291:45 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop22h 15mDelta
Sun 5/1110:25 pmNBO - SFO
1 stop29h 50mDelta
Deal found 3/27$913
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Wed 4/24:40 pmSFO - NBO
2 stops41h 40mAir Canada
Tue 6/310:45 pmNBO - SFO
2 stops31h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 3/27$932
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Tue 4/298:30 amSFO - NBO
3 stops28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/1111:45 pmNBO - SFO
2 stops26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$939
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Mon 4/2812:08 amSFO - NBO
3 stops36h 22mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/1111:45 pmNBO - SFO
2 stops34h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$940
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Mon 10/132:20 pmSFO - NBO
3 stops46h 10mSWISS
Tue 10/2110:45 pmNBO - SFO
2 stops51h 25mSWISS
Deal found 3/27$962
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Sun 9/73:55 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop28h 45mQatar Airways
Mon 9/221:20 amNBO - SFO
1 stop22h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/26$981
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Fri 9/194:05 pmSFO - NBO
2 stops41h 50mAir France
Mon 10/1310:25 pmNBO - SFO
1 stop24h 25mAir France
Deal found 3/27$1,002
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Mon 4/217:40 pmSFO - NBO
3 stops40h 50mBrussels Airlines
Mon 4/2810:45 pmNBO - SFO
2 stops30h 15mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,031
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Mon 4/217:30 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop39h 15mBritish Airways
Mon 4/2811:10 pmNBO - SFO
1 stop24h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/27$1,034
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Wed 8/135:05 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop40h 55mEmirates
Mon 9/84:35 pmNBO - SFO
1 stop31h 25mEmirates
Deal found 3/27$1,072
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Wed 4/210:50 pmSFO - NBO
1 stop25h 55mKenya Airways
Wed 4/3011:35 pmNBO - SFO
1 stop29h 08mKenya Airways
Deal found 3/27$1,122

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Nairobi that are best for you.

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San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Fri 4/25

6:45 pm-1:50 am

1 stop21h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 5/1

3:35 am-10:35 am

1 stop41h 00m

$911

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Tue 4/29

1:45 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop22h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 5/11

10:25 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop29h 50m

$913

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Wed 4/2

4:40 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops41h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 6/3

10:45 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops31h 25m

$932

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Tue 4/29

8:30 am-10:30 pm

3 stops28h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 5/11

11:45 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops26h 25m

$939

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Mon 4/28

12:08 am-10:30 pm

3 stops36h 22m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 5/11

11:45 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops34h 14m

$940

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Fri 5/23

7:50 pm-10:30 pm

3 stops40h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 5/30

10:45 pm-7:04 pm

2 stops30h 19m

$955

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Sun 3/30

7:30 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops39h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 4/30

11:45 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops50h 25m

$965

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Wed 4/2

3:55 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop21h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 6/2

1:20 am-1:35 pm

1 stop22h 15m

$995

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Thu 5/8

8:58 am-7:55 pm

2 stops24h 57m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 5/22

10:25 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop29h 50m

$1,028

San FranciscoNairobi

SFO - NBO

SFONBO

San Francisco

Mon 4/21

7:30 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop39h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 4/28

11:10 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop24h 40m

$1,034

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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 March 21, 2025.

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 49 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 $1,009). Flying from San Francisco 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 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 March 28, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to Nairobi in the afternoon. 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 December 16, 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. Sunday evenings 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 March 28, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Delta and SWISS 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.

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

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  • 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 13 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 Air France, with the lowest prices starting at $913 and $918, 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 Air India ($624), RwandAir ($660), and Air Canada ($704).

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

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    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 $29 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 Beyazit Meydani more than any other notable places. Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii, and Beyazit Meydani can be accessed by traveling approximately 20.8 mi, 22.3 mi, and 21.7 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 Frankfurt am Main?

    If you're on a layover in Frankfurt am Main and looking for things to do, consider visiting Römerberg, Hauptwache, or Konstablerwache. Römerberg, Hauptwache, and Konstablerwache can be accessed by traveling approximately 7.4 mi, 7.4 mi, and 7.7 mi, respectively from Frankfurt am Main. Those looking to explore during their layover in Frankfurt am Main can rent a car from Frankfurt am Main for about $43 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations 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.

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    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 $1,009). Flying from San Francisco 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 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$748Average$882FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$839Average$1,358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$921Average$1,324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$925Average$1,335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
United AirlinesCheapest$930Average$1,391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SWISSCheapest$936Average$1,085FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
LufthansaCheapest$955Average$1,591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
EmiratesCheapest$988Average$1,276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Brussels AirlinesCheapest$1,018Average$1,386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$1,103Average$2,074FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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