Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Istanbul and Nairobi?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from £370 to £430. The lowest price recently found on this route was £225.

Question 1

How often are flights from Istanbul to Nairobi delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 12% of flights between Istanbul and Nairobi have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 140 minutes.

Question 2

How many flights depart from Istanbul to Nairobi on average per day?

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, there are 2 flights per day flying from Istanbul to Nairobi. The most common time of day flights depart is 20:00, with 100% of flights taking off in the evening.

Question 3

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Istanbul to Nairobi flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Turkish Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 12% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 4

What is the cheapest month to fly to Nairobi?

Accepted Answer

If you don’t want to visit Nairobi in June, then you should wait until October to fly from Istanbul, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £370.

Question 5

How many flights depart from Istanbul to Nairobi on average per week?

Accepted Answer

20 flights are operational weekly from Istanbul to Nairobi as of January 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 20% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Question 6

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 7

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Istanbul and Nairobi?

Accepted Answer

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from £370 to £430.
The lowest price recently found on this route was £225.

Question 8

Which airlines fly to Nairobi?

Accepted Answer

SAUDIA, Turkish Airlines and Air Arabia are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Nairobi from Istanbul according to our data. SAUDIA is the first choice among our users, with 57% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Nairobi. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Nairobi on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 9

What is the most punctual flight time for Istanbul to Nairobi flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 10

What is the cheapest Istanbul to Nairobi flight route?

Accepted Answer

Fly from Istanbul to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl for the best Istanbul - Nairobi flight prices

Question 11

How far in advance should I book a flight to Nairobi?

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Nairobi from Istanbul when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Nairobi for around £392 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Nairobi from Istanbul for as low as £330 on momondo.

Question 12

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Nairobi?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest day to depart from Istanbul to Nairobi is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as £383. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Friday because tickets tend to average around £443. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Nairobi.

Question 13

What cabin class options are available on Istanbul to Nairobi flights?

Accepted Answer

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Istanbul to Nairobi flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 14

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Istanbul to Nairobi?

Accepted Answer

Gulf Air and Air Arabia are the most popular carriers operating from Istanbul to Nairobi

Question 15

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Istanbul to Nairobi?

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from Istanbul to Nairobi refresh daily.

Question 16

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Istanbul to Nairobi?

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Istanbul to Nairobi.

Question 17

How old do you have to be to fly from Istanbul to Nairobi?

Accepted Answer

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Istanbul to Nairobi.

Question 18

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nairobi?

Accepted Answer

The required travel and health documents for your Nairobi trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Nairobi. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Fastest flight time	18h 35m
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SAUDIA	PriceFrom £308	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 659 reviews	Search SAUDIA flights
Air Arabia	PriceFrom £320	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 55 reviews	Search Air Arabia flights
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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Istanbul and Nairobi?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Nairobi?

If you don’t want to visit Nairobi in June, then you should wait until October to fly from Istanbul, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £370.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Nairobi?

What is the cheapest Istanbul to Nairobi flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Nairobi?

What cabin class options are available on Istanbul to Nairobi flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Istanbul to Nairobi flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Istanbul to Nairobi?

Gulf Air and Air Arabia are the most popular carriers operating from Istanbul to Nairobi

Which airlines fly to Nairobi?

How often are flights from Istanbul to Nairobi delayed?

Historically, on average around 12% of flights between Istanbul and Nairobi have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 140 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Istanbul to Nairobi flights?

Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Istanbul to Nairobi flights?

According to our data, Turkish Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 12% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Istanbul to Nairobi on average per day?

As of January 2026, there are 2 flights per day flying from Istanbul to Nairobi. The most common time of day flights depart is 20:00, with 100% of flights taking off in the evening.

How many flights depart from Istanbul to Nairobi on average per week?

20 flights are operational weekly from Istanbul to Nairobi as of January 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 20% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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