Kenya's largest city and capital, Nairobi, is known as the safari hub of Africa. A trip to Nairobi promises to be exciting, with plenty of culture and modern amenities. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is the largest airport in Kenya and is based in Nairobi. You can fly to 64 destinations with 37 airlines in scheduled passenger traffic.
This article provides essential information for travelers planning to fly with Kenya Airways from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi.
Flights from JFK to NBO: An Overview
John F Kennedy International (JFK) is a large airport based in New York, USA. You can fly to 201 destinations with 72 airlines in scheduled passenger traffic.
The week calendar shows every flight departure from New York (JFK) to Nairobi (NBO). The monthly calendar shows every direct flight departure from John F Kennedy International (JFK) with all airlines. All weekly departures with Kenya Airways are also available.
Flight Schedule & Status Examples
Here are some examples of past flights from New York (JFK) to Nairobi (NBO) to give you an idea of typical flight schedules:
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- Mon, Oct 27: New York (JFK) to Nairobi (NBO), 788, 2:16 PM Departure, 10:32 AM Arrival (Arrived)
- Wed, Oct 29: New York (JFK) to Nairobi (NBO), 788, 2:12 PM Departure, 10:16 AM Arrival (Arrived)
- Fri, Oct 31: New York (JFK) to Nairobi (NBO), 788, 2:05 PM Departure, 9:53 AM Arrival (Arrived)
- Wed, Nov 5: New York (JFK) to Nairobi (NBO), 788, 1:45 PM Departure, 11:15 AM Arrival (Scheduled)
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Finding the Best Deals on Kenya Airways Flights
Approximate prices for one round-trip flight from New York (JFK) to Nairobi (NBO) are available, but note that the graph is not to scale. If you’re planning a round trip, booking return flights with Kenya Airways is usually the most cost-effective option.
With airfares ranging from $987 to $987, it’s easy to find a flight that suits your budget. Prices and availability are subject to change.
Right now, a one-way Kenya Airways flight from New York to Nairobi costs from $660. Prices and availability are subject to change. By booking in advance you can find great deals on one-way tickets too. A one-way ticket gives you much greater flexibility-allowing you to choose your return date, destination, and time whenever you’re ready.
To find a cheap Kenya Airways flight from New York JFK to Nairobi NBO, sort your search results by price or filter by budget. If you’re looking for cheap flights, it helps to be flexible when it comes to your travel dates. If you’re keen to be on Nairobi soil fast, don’t waste time with a stopover-filter your search results to show direct Kenya Airways flights only.
Make sure you’re not out of pocket if plans change by choosing a flexible ticket with penalty-free amendment and cancellation options. At Travelocity our vast and up-to-the-minute inventory puts all of our best flight deals in one place.
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Tips for Booking Flights
- Be Flexible: If you’re looking for cheap flights, it helps to be flexible when it comes to your travel dates.
- Book in Advance: By booking in advance you can find great deals on one-way and round-trip tickets.
- Consider One-Way Tickets: A one-way ticket gives you much greater flexibility-allowing you to choose your return date, destination, and time whenever you’re ready.
- Filter for Direct Flights: If you’re keen to be on Nairobi soil fast, don’t waste time with a stopover-filter your search results to show direct Kenya Airways flights only.
- Check for Flexible Tickets: Make sure you’re not out of pocket if plans change by choosing a flexible ticket with penalty-free amendment and cancellation options.
Additional Information
Below is a list of aircraft types we have within our database with flights on this route. You may have missed to select a date. Please check the calendar.
KQ003 On-Time Performance: Trip.com's performance stats show 33% on-time departures (Late on average by 40 minutes) and 90% on-time arrivals (Early on average by 0 minutes) for kq003 historically. The statistics are based on average on-time performance over the past 30 flights.
Weather & Current Time: Mostly cloudy|14°C - 28°C Weather forecast for your arrival day Time on arrival: New York 02:55| Nairobi 10:55
Recommended Hotels Near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
- Lux Suites Embakasi Airport Apartments 1.53 km from the airport
- Seasons Airport Hotel 2.13 km from the airport
- Blossom Apartment 2.42 km from the airport
- Tsavo Studios Embakasi 2.54 km from the airport
Explore Nairobi
Many people opt to explore Nairobi as part of an organised tour, though the compact city is also easy to discover on foot. Public buses, known as “matatus”, connect the city and its suburbs.
Spot creatures like lions, cheetahs, rhinos, hippos, giraffes, and zebras in Nairobi National Park, and observe leopards, monkeys, and birds at the mountainous Ol Donyo Sabuk National Park, 73 km from Nairobi. Learn about Kenya’s history and culture at Nairobi National Museum and admire the acclaimed Murumbi African Heritage Collection at Nairobi Gallery.
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Party at Westlands, a trendy and lively district with an exciting array of bars and clubs. Don’t be surprised if the revelry pours out onto the streets, too!
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