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$612+ Cheap flights from San Jose (SJC) to Nairobi

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SJC — NBO
Dec 27 — Jan 31
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Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Nairobi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Jose (SJC) 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 December 22, 2024.

Round-trip from

$919
(Delta)

One-way from

$612
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,908
From San Jose to Nairobi
One-way flight from San Jose to Nairobi
High demand for flights, 33% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 8% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Cheapest flights from San Jose to Nairobi
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Wed 12/2510:10 amSJC - NBO
2 stops26h 55mQatar Airways
Sun 12/291:35 amNBO - SJC
2 stops27h 39mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/21$2,184

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San JoseNairobi

SJC - NBO

SJCNBO

San Jose

Sun 2/2

10:09 am-9:20 pm

2 stops24h 11m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 2/12

11:30 pm-11:52 pm

2 stops35h 22m

$919

San JoseNairobi

SJC - NBO

SJCNBO

San Jose

Tue 1/28

8:10 am-7:35 am

2 stops36h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 2/2

5:00 pm-6:12 pm

2 stops36h 12m

$1,075

San JoseNairobi

SJC - NBO

SJCNBO

San Jose

Sun 2/2

6:30 am-8:55 pm

2 stops27h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 2/12

11:55 pm-9:33 pm

3 stops32h 38m

$1,131

San JoseNairobi

SJC - NBO

SJCNBO

San Jose

Sun 2/2

6:15 am-12:05 am

3 stops30h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 2/11

1:35 am-11:27 pm

3 stops32h 52m

$1,158

San JoseNairobi

SJC - NBO

SJCNBO

San Jose

Wed 1/1

8:30 am-10:00 pm

2 stops26h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 1/13

11:55 pm-9:30 pm

3 stops32h 35m

$1,939

San JoseNairobi

SJC - NBO

SJCNBO

San Jose

Sat 3/22

11:28 am-9:35 pm

2 stops48h 07m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 3/30

11:10 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops33h 49m

$5,801

San JoseNairobi

SJC - NBO

SJCNBO

San Jose

Wed 1/1

8:30 am-10:00 pm

2 stops26h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 1/13

6:00 pm-9:30 pm

3 stops38h 30m

$12,764

San JoseNairobi

SJC - NBO

SJCNBO

San Jose

Wed 1/1

10:35 am-2:40 pm

2 stops41h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 1/13

4:45 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops37h 10m

$27,813

San JoseNairobi

SJC - NBO

SJCNBO

San Jose

Tue 2/4

8:02 pm-3:35 am

3 stops44h 33m

$612

San JoseNairobi

SJC - NBO

SJCNBO

San Jose

Mon 2/17

8:12 am-7:35 am

2 stops36h 23m

$784

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Deals found on 12/21

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Travel insights for flights from San Jose to Nairobi

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Nairobi (average of $1,009). Flying from San Jose 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 SJC to NBO?

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose 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 December 22, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Jose to Nairobi is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 12% on airfare.

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 December 22, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Qatar Airways and Alaska Airlines from San Jose to Nairobi by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
3,398 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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.

8.1
Very good
3,398 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,398 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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.

8.0
Very good
9,537 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,398 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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.

8.0
Very good
8,597 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,398 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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.

7.5
Good
3,789 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,398 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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.

7.4
Good
9,035 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,398 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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 Jose 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 Jose to Nairobi?

    Located just 2.9 mi from the city center, San Jose is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Nairobi from San Jose. Booking flights from San Jose (SJC) to Nairobi should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Nairobi from 2 different airlines.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Jose to Nairobi round-trip from $919. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Qatar Airways, from $1,075, and Alaska Airlines, from $1,158. Users have found that Delta is 20% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Nairobi (average of $1,009). Flying from San Jose 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 2 airlines flying from San Jose to Nairobi

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Jose 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 December 22, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$786Average$838FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,194Average$1,571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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