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Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Nairobi from AED 782

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 26/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — NBO
24 Feb — 3 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Dubai Intl to Nairobi are usually found in May or April, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Dubai to Nairobi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dubai (DXB) to Nairobi (NB0). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 19 February 2025.

Round-trip from

AED 1,425

One-way from

AED 782

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

AED 1,583
SAUDIA
  • SAUDIA
  • 30/6-30/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 30m total
  • Dubai to Nairobi
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26/3
  • 26/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 8h 55m total
  • Dubai to Nairobi
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (AED 485 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (AED 118 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Dubai to Nairobi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dubai to Nairobi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 February 2025.

Mon 30/617:30DXB - NBO
1 stop8h 20mSAUDIA
Wed 30/707:20NBO - DXB
1 stop13h 10mSAUDIA
Deal found 18/2AED 1,425
Mon 19/500:55DXB - NBO
Nonstop5h 05mKenya Airways
Sat 24/519:45NBO - DXB
1 stop7h 50mKenya Airways
Deal found 19/2AED 1,498
Sat 1/301:50DXB - NBO
1 stop11h 30mRwandAir
Fri 7/320:50NBO - DXB
1 stop10h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 18/2AED 1,513
Tue 13/523:20DXB - NBO
1 stop8h 20mQatar Airways
Sat 31/501:20NBO - DXB
1 stop7h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 18/2AED 1,520
Fri 28/204:25DXB - NBO
1 stop9h 45mEthiopian Air
Fri 28/318:00NBO - DXB
1 stop7h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/2AED 1,616
Tue 18/302:00DXB - NBO
Nonstop5h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/314:45NBO - DXB
1 stop10h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/2AED 1,756
Wed 16/704:00DXB - NBO
2 stops19h 20mAir Tanzania
Wed 23/723:00NBO - DXB
1 stop26h 30mAir Tanzania
Deal found 18/2AED 1,866
Tue 25/205:00DXB - NBO
1 stop25h 40mIndiGo
Sat 1/306:40NBO - DXB
1 stop26h 45mIndiGo
Deal found 18/2AED 1,994
Thu 6/310:30DXB - NBO
Nonstop5h 10mEmirates
Mon 10/322:45NBO - DXB
Nonstop5h 00mEmirates
Deal found 18/2AED 2,005
Tue 1/405:20DXB - NBO
1 stop24h 35mEgyptair
Fri 4/402:55NBO - DXB
1 stop11h 05mEgyptair
Deal found 18/2AED 2,068

Find flights from Dubai to Nairobi within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Dubai to Nairobi that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 220,657 searches. Data last updated 19 February 2025.

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Departure

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Price

DubaiNairobi

DXB - NBO

DXBNBO

Dubai Intl

Mon 30/6

17:30-00:50

1 stop8h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 30/7

07:20-21:30

1 stop13h 10m

AED 1,425

DubaiNairobi

DXB - NBO

DXBNBO

Dubai Intl

Mon 19/5

00:55-05:00

Nonstop5h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 24/5

19:45-04:35

1 stop7h 50m

AED 1,498

DubaiNairobi

DXB - NBO

DXBNBO

Dubai Intl

Sat 1/3

01:50-12:20

1 stop11h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 7/3

20:50-08:30

1 stop10h 40m

AED 1,513

DubaiNairobi

DXB - NBO

DXBNBO

Dubai Intl

Tue 13/5

23:20-06:40

1 stop8h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 31/5

01:20-10:15

1 stop7h 55m

AED 1,520

DubaiNairobi

DXB - NBO

DXBNBO

Dubai Intl

Sat 1/3

05:40-13:10

1 stop8h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 28/3

04:00-15:45

1 stop10h 45m

AED 1,616

DubaiNairobi

DXB - NBO

DXBNBO

Dubai Intl

Tue 1/4

12:55-14:10

2 stops26h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 30/4

15:10-18:55

1 stop26h 45m

AED 1,693

DubaiNairobi

DXB - NBO

DXBNBO

Dubai Intl

Tue 4/3

04:00-23:10

2 stops20h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 9/3

23:50-02:30

1 stop25h 40m

AED 1,803

DubaiNairobi

DXB - NBO

DXBNBO

Dubai Intl

Wed 5/3

10:20-03:30

1 stop18h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 8/3

04:20-15:00

1 stop9h 40m

AED 1,932

DubaiNairobi

DXB - NBO

DXBNBO

Dubai Intl

Thu 6/3

10:30-14:40

Nonstop5h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 10/3

22:45-04:45

Nonstop5h 00m

AED 2,005

DubaiNairobi

DXB - NBO

DXBNBO

Dubai Intl

Wed 26/3

06:05-14:00

1 stop8h 55m

AED 782

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Best time to book a flight from Dubai to Nairobi

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Travel insights for flights from Dubai to Nairobi

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Dubai to Nairobi including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Dubai to Nairobi?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Dubai to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

The best time to book flights from Dubai to Nairobi is 81 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dubai to Nairobi?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Nairobi (average of AED 393). Flying from Dubai to Nairobi in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 491). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DXB to NBO?

Find hourly flight availability from Dubai to Nairobi. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 19 February 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Dubai to Nairobi in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 8% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Dubai to Nairobi?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Dubai to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on 16 February 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Dubai to Nairobi flight should consider departing on Tuesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Dubai to Nairobi

Explore weekly flight availability from Dubai to Nairobi. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 19 February 2025.

The most flights from DXB to NB0 are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in Nairobi by month

Plan your trip to Nairobi by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Nairobi ranges from 10.0 - 160.0 inches per month. April is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 160.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Nairobi when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Nairobi by month

Plan your trip to Nairobi by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Nairobi, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 17.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Nairobi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nairobi. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Nairobi. Reviews last updated 19 February 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, KLM and China Southern from Dubai to Nairobi to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,289 reviews
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Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,289 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,289 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,334 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,289 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

China Southern
7.6
Good
88 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,289 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,573 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,289 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,614 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,289 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dubai to Nairobi. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Dubai to Nairobi?

    Dubai Intl (DXB) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Dubai to Nairobi. You should not have trouble finding flights to Nairobi from Dubai Intl; the airport handles an average of 5 outbound flights to Nairobi per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 9 airlines have flights from the Dubai airport to Nairobi. It is only a 10.9 km journey to Dubai Intl (DXB) from Dubai’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Dubai to Nairobi round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Dubai to Nairobi is SAUDIA. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as AED 1,425 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Kenya Airways and RwandAir, starting at AED 1,498 and AED 1,513 round-trip. These flights start at 15% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Dubai to Nairobi one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as AED 808 on IndiGo. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Kenya Airways from AED 970 and Emirates from AED 1,006 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Dubai to Nairobi?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Dubai to Nairobi consider choosing Qantas Airways(87%), Emirates(87%) or Kenya Airways(37%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dubai to Nairobi?

    On average you can expect to pay AED 3,485 for a flight from Dubai to Nairobi. The cheapest flight overall is AED 785 while the most popular route, (Dubai Intl - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl) is currently priced at AED 1,083.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Dubai to Nairobi?

    Most of the time, Dubai to Nairobi flights that have stopovers will stop in Mombasa.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Dubai to Nairobi flights?

    Dubai to Nairobi flights have a stopover in Doha least often.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dubai to Nairobi that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Dubai to Nairobi flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Dubai to Nairobi?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Dubai to Nairobi.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Dubai to Nairobi?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dubai to Nairobi by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dubai to Nairobi?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Nairobi (average of AED 393). Flying from Dubai to Nairobi in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 491). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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SAUDIACheapestAED 977AverageAED 1,486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 1,150AverageAED 1,475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 1,180AverageAED 1,558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air ArabiaCheapestAED 1,212AverageAED 1,319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestAED 1,334AverageAED 1,657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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RwandAirCheapestAED 1,450AverageAED 1,579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestAED 1,613AverageAED 1,860FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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IndiGoCheapestAED 1,659AverageAED 1,925FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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EmiratesCheapestAED 1,896AverageAED 2,135FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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