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Nairobi.Rs112,173 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Mar.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs112,173, select.

Nairobi.Rs112,173 per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Feb.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 21 Feb, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs112,173, select.

Nairobi.Rs112,708 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Apr.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs112,708, select.

Nairobi.Rs117,293 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 May.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 12 May, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs117,293, select.

Nairobi.Rs117,468 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Jan.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 26 Jan, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs117,468, select.

Nairobi.Rs132,481 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Sep.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs132,481, select.

Nairobi.Rs146,134 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Oct.One-way flight with LEVEL.Outbound indirect flight with LEVEL, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 12 Oct, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs146,134, select.

Nairobi.Rs150,381 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Dec.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs150,381, select.

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New York John F. Kennedy to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta: Alternative routes

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New York to Nairobi: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	Rs112,173
Cheapest month to fly	March
Average flight time	13 hrs, 38 mins
Most popular airline	Kenya Airways
Average flights per week	13

Finding cheap flights from New York John F. Kennedy to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from New York John F. Kennedy to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta?

The best price we found for a return flight from New York John F. Kennedy to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta is Rs215,164. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta?

13 hours and 38 minutes is the average flight time from New York John F. Kennedy to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.

Which airlines fly direct from New York John F. Kennedy to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta?

Kenya Airways and Delta fly direct from New York John F. Kennedy to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.

How many flights are there a week from New York John F. Kennedy to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta?

As of January 2026, there are 13 flights per week flying from New York John F. Kennedy to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.

When is the cheapest time to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta?

The cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta is usually March.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport on Monday, 16 March 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 38 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta?

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When is the best time to book flights to Nairobi?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Nairobi is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta with?

Currently, Etihad Airways and Kenya Airways offer the cheapest flight tickets to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.

Travelling from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO): what you need to know

Around 13 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
Nairobi's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Nairobi seven hours ahead of New York.
Choose from 11 weekly John F. Kennedy International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flights. The 13:45 departure with Kenya Airways is the earliest flight available. Kenya Airways operates the latest service of the day at 20:00.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your JFK to NBO flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Getting to Nairobi (and then exploring more of Kenya!) is a snap with Kenya Airways. This popular carrier has direct flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Kenya Airways.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals for JFK to NBO flights is Kenya Airways.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between JFK and NBO include:
- Frankfurt Airport
- London Heathrow Airport
- Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

Rs112,315 is the lowest price for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs215,164. These fares may change based on demand.
Score cheap tickets from JFK to NBO by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from JFK to NBO is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new deal comes up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.

Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
74.1% of flights that depart John F. Kennedy International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
John F. Kennedy International Airport is about 48 kilometres from central New York. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 20 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near JFK. Whether you're taking an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

If you have a late John F. Kennedy International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near NBO:
Grab a Jomo Kenyatta International Airport rental car and discover Nairobi and beyond with your own wheels. Auto-Union, Green Motion and Hertz are top outlets to choose from here.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport around three weeks in advance.

Getting from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi

From Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Nairobi is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting there by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

When to fly to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

The quietest month for a flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Nairobi based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Nairobi is March, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC and 24ºC. Look for cheap tickets from JFK to NBO sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Kenya

Mombasa is just one of the many places in Kenya waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Nairobi. Around 434 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Fort Jesus, Haller Park and Old Town of Mombasa.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Kenya, consider Nakuru, roughly 145 kilometres north-west of Nairobi. ARTHUR GARDENS (WEDDING/EVENT GROUNDS), Upper Hill estate and Muhia's Conservation Forest are among the biggest draws.