Question 1

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

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On average, the least expensive day to fly to Kenya from New York is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as £717. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Friday because tickets tend to average around £1,713. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Kenya.

Question 2

What is the cheapest month to fly to Kenya?

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The month of October is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Kenya from New York, with most prices found around £719. If you aren’t able to travel to Kenya during the month of October, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of £722.

Question 3

Can stopping save me money on New York to Kenya flights?

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You could potentially save up to 3% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to Kenya flight.

Question 4

How long is the flight from New York to Kenya?

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On average, it takes 20h 15m to fly from New York to Kenya if you fly out of Newark (the most popular airport in New York) and into Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Kenya). If you’re flying out of New York and into Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, then the flight time is around 22h 30m.

Question 5

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

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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 6

What cabin class options are available on New York to Kenya flights?

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

Question 7

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

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Kenya from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Kenya for around £868 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Kenya from New York for as low as £821 on momondo.

Question 8

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Kenya?

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RwandAir, United Airlines, and SAUDIA are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Kenya

Question 9

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

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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 10

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

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Kenya Airways have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 25% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 11

How many flights depart from New York to Kenya on average per week?

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, there are 10 flights per week flying from New York to Kenya. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 20% of flights taking off on this day.

Question 12

How many flights depart from New York to Kenya on average per day?

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, 1 flights take off from New York and land in Kenya each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 13:00, with 100% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

Question 13

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Kenya?

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Our data shows that the cheapest New York to Kenya flights are usually those with departure times at midday. Our users have found flights to Kenya at midday for as low as £785. Flights to Kenya are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of £907. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

Question 14

How often are flights from New York to Kenya delayed?

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Historically, on average around 25% of flights between New York and Kenya have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 184 minutes.

Question 15

What is the cheapest New York to Kenya flight route?

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

Question 16

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Kenya?

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Prices for flights from New York to Kenya are refreshed on a daily basis.

Question 17

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Kenya?

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As of January 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from New York to Kenya.

Question 18

How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Kenya?

Accepted Answer

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Kenya.

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

The required travel and health documents for your Kenya 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 Kenya. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Kenya?

The month of October is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Kenya from New York, with most prices found around £719. If you aren’t able to travel to Kenya during the month of October, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of £722.

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

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Kenya?

What is the cheapest New York to Kenya flight route?

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

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

What cabin class options are available on New York to Kenya flights?

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

Can stopping save me money on New York to Kenya flights?

You could potentially save up to 3% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to Kenya flight.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Kenya?

RwandAir, United Airlines, and SAUDIA are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Kenya

How often are flights from New York to Kenya delayed?

Historically, on average around 25% of flights between New York and Kenya have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 184 minutes.

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

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.

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

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

According to our data, Kenya Airways have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 25% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from New York to Kenya on average per day?

As of January 2026, 1 flights take off from New York and land in Kenya each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 13:00, with 100% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from New York to Kenya on average per week?

As of January 2026, there are 10 flights per week flying from New York to Kenya. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 20% of flights taking off on this day.

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