Question 1

What is the cheapest month to fly to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport from New York, with most prices found around £701. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of March, then book flights to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport from New York during April instead. Flights to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport in April, while not as cheap as those in March, still average around £706.

Question 2

How far in advance should I book a flight to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport for around £851 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport from New York for as low as £795 on momondo.

Question 3

How have New York to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flight prices changed over time?

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, prices for New York to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flights are approximately 4% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 4

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl?

Accepted Answer

United Airlines, Qatar Airways, and RwandAir are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Question 5

How many flights depart from New York to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport on average per day?

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, there are 1 flights per day flying from New York to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. The most common time of day flights depart is 13:00, with 100% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 7

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from New York to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

Paris (CDG) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 5h 50m.

Question 8

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between New York and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

Paris (CDG) was the most common stop: 67% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Question 9

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from New York to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

Flights connecting via Paris (CDG) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 19h 25m.

Question 10

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport from New York. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was £701. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. When flying out on a Friday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from New York to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport for around £1,677.

Question 11

How often are flights from New York to Nairobi delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 23% of flights between New York and Nairobi have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 196 minutes.

Question 12

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest time of day to fly to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport is at midday when flights can be purchased for as low as £769. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport is in the morning when prices are around £887.

Question 13

What is the cheapest New York to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl flight route?

Accepted Answer

Fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl for the best New York - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl flight prices

Question 14

How long does it take to fly to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

Flight times from New York to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport vary, but if you’re flying out of New York and flying into Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 22h 30m on average. Another popular route from New York to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport is flying from Newark to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, which will take roughly 27h 25m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

Question 15

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. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 16

How many flights depart from New York to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport on average per week?

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, there are 8 flights per week flying from New York to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 25% of flights taking off on this day.

Question 17

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from £706 to £806.
The lowest price recently found on this route was £606.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Kenya Airways have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 23% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 19

What cabin class options are available on New York to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl flights?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 20

Can stopping save me money on New York to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flights?

Accepted Answer

You could potentially save up to 39% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flight.

Question 21

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from New York to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Cairo (CAI) offer the lowest average return price of £700.

Question 22

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from New York to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

Question 23

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from New York to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport.

Question 24

How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from New York to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport.

Question 25

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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