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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Nairobi to Zayed International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs145,358. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Abu Dhabi.Rs77,354 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Jun.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Fri, 19 Jun, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs77,354, select.
Abu Dhabi.Rs77,406 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Jul.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs77,406, select.
Abu Dhabi.Rs77,684 per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Sep.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sun, 20 Sep, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs77,684, select.
Abu Dhabi.Rs77,684 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs77,684, select.
Abu Dhabi.Rs79,374 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Aug.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 5 Aug, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs79,374, select.
Abu Dhabi.Rs89,546 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Dec.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 17 Dec, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs89,546, select.
Abu Dhabi.Rs96,402 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs96,402, select.
Abu Dhabi.Rs96,615 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Jun.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 15 Jun, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs96,615, select.
Abu Dhabi.Rs96,777 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Jul.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs96,777, select.
Abu Dhabi.Rs97,991 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Dec.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 28 Dec, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs97,991, select.
Abu Dhabi.Rs98,256 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs98,256, select.
Abu Dhabi.Rs98,376 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs98,376, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Zayed International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Nairobi to Zayed International flights are currently cheapest in June.
Jun
from Rs77,354
Jul
from Rs77,406
Aug
from Rs79,374
Sep
from Rs77,684
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Nairobi to Zayed International: Alternative routes

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Zayed International

18km from central Abu Dhabi
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Nairobi to Abu Dhabi: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs77,354
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time5 hrs, 5 mins
Most popular airlineEtihad Airways
Average flights per week34

Finding cheap flights from Nairobi to Zayed International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Nairobi to Zayed International is Rs114,452. 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.
5 hours and 5 minutes is the average flight time from Nairobi to Zayed International.
Etihad Airways, China Eastern and Kuwait Airways fly direct from Nairobi to Zayed International.
As of June 2026, there are 34 flights per week flying from Nairobi to Zayed International.
The cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Zayed International is usually December.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Nairobi to Zayed International Airport on Thursday, 3 December 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 5 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Zayed International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Abu Dhabi is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Travelling from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH): What you need to know

  • Nairobi's main base, Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), is where many great holidays begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH).

  • The average length of a direct Nairobi to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport flight is 5 hours.

  • The timezone in Abu Dhabi is UTC+4, which is one hour ahead of Nairobi. Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport is located in Abu Dhabi.

  • With 14 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH) is the most popular route. Etihad Airways operates the earliest flight at 6:15pm. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the last flight from NBO to AUH is with Etihad Airways at 6:20pm.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Nairobi to AUH.

  • Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Nairobi

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

  • You can find a direct flight from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH) leaving from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO).

  • You can book a direct flight from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport with Etihad Airways. This popular airline offers services from NBO.

  • The top choice among passengers flying between NBO and AUH is Etihad Airways.

  • The carrier with the best on-time performance on this route is Etihad Airways. Its services arrive as planned 77.14% of the time.

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Nairobi to AUH departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Some popular options include:

    • Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)

    • Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)

    • Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • The journey from central Nairobi to NBO takes around 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:

  • 62% of flights departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport make it to their destination on time.

Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)

  • On public transport, you can travel from central Nairobi to WIL in about 35 minutes. The airport is roughly 10 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 20 minutes.

  • Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Nairobi to AUH flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Nairobi Wilson Airport:

  • 72% of flights departing Nairobi Wilson Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.

About Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)

Getting from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi

  • Central Abu Dhabi is around 32 kilometres from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport and takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.

  • Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour.

How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport is Rs77,354. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs114,452. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.

  • Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Nairobi to AUH. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your Nairobi to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport ticket.

  • Be the first to know about deals for plane tickets from Nairobi to AUH by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Filters make it easier to land a deal on your flight from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.

The best time to fly from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)

  • August is the busiest month for flights from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH). Plan your visit to Abu Dhabi in December if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.

  • When booking your Nairobi to AUH plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Abu Dhabi, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC to 42ºC.

  • Look for cheap tickets from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC.

More about Abu Dhabi

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Abu Dhabi right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport:

  • Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque are a couple of major attractions to add to your Abu Dhabi must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Emirates Palace.

Explore more of the United Arab Emirates

  • Abu Dhabi is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered. About 105 kilometres northeast of Abu Dhabi, a trip to Dubai will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Burj Khalifa, Dubai Opera and Dubai Gold Souk.

  • Around 129 kilometres northeast of Abu Dhabi, Sharjah is another favourite stop in the United Arab Emirates. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Rain Room, Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland.

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