Cheap flights from San Jose (SJC) to Nairobi from $895

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SJC — NBO
May 8 — May 151

Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Nairobi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Jose (SJC) 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 May 3, 2024.

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Round-trip from

$1,033

One-way from

$915
High demand for flights, 58% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 42% potential price drop
From San Jose to Nairobi
One-way flight from San Jose to Nairobi

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Jose to Nairobi?

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Monday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Nairobi?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in March. For low rates, January can be a great choice for travel to Nairobi. Flights to Nairobi from San Jose in January are about $1,530 on average during January, but can be found for as low as $822.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Jose to Nairobi (SJC - NBO)?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Jose to Nairobi is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 20% on airfare.

Cheap Delta flights from San Jose to Nairobi

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Delta for the route between San Jose and Nairobi. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 3, 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest Delta flights we've detected traveling from San Jose to Nairobi. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Sun 5/127:05 amSJC - NBO
2 stops28h 50mDelta
Sat 5/1811:59 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops30h 34mDelta
Deal found 4/30$934
Sat 5/116:20 amSJC - NBO
2 stops28h 20mDelta
Fri 6/2111:59 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops32h 05mDelta
Deal found 5/1$1,149
Sun 5/266:15 amSJC - NBO
2 stops29h 40mDelta
Fri 5/3111:59 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops31h 56mDelta
Deal found 5/1$1,156
Sat 5/116:20 amSJC - NBO
2 stops28h 20mDelta
Fri 6/2111:59 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops32h 05mDelta
Deal found 5/2$1,287

Cheap British Airways flights from San Jose to Nairobi

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by British Airways for the route between San Jose and Nairobi. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 3, 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest British Airways flights we've found from San Jose to Nairobi. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Tue 10/12:20 pmSJC - NBO
2 stops44h 20mBritish Airways
Sun 10/2010:40 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops29h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/1$1,634
Wed 6/56:10 amSJC - NBO
2 stops28h 40mBritish Airways
Tue 7/1610:45 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops29h 41mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/2$10,569

Cheap San Jose to Nairobi flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Jose to Nairobi specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Prices were last updated on May 3, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Nairobi in 2024 at this time. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Sun 5/127:05 amSJC - NBO
2 stops28h 50mDelta
Sat 5/1811:59 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops30h 34mDelta
Deal found 4/30$934
Mon 5/66:10 amSJC - NBO
2 stops28h 20mBritish Airways
Wed 5/2910:30 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops32h 07mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/2$1,110
Sat 5/116:20 amSJC - NBO
2 stops28h 20mDelta
Fri 6/2111:59 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops32h 05mDelta
Deal found 5/1$1,149
Sun 5/266:15 amSJC - NBO
2 stops29h 40mDelta
Fri 5/3111:59 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops31h 56mDelta
Deal found 5/1$1,156
Wed 5/156:15 amSJC - NBO
2 stops29h 40mDelta
Fri 6/2111:59 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops32h 05mDelta
Deal found 5/1$1,218
Sat 5/116:20 amSJC - NBO
2 stops28h 20mDelta
Fri 6/2111:59 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops32h 05mDelta
Deal found 5/2$1,287
Wed 5/156:35 pmSJC - NBO
3 stops40h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/2111:10 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops32h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$1,401
Mon 5/62:14 pmSJC - NBO
2 stops30h 41mQatar Airways
Tue 5/281:00 amNBO - SJC
2 stops31h 13mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/2$1,433
Sun 5/266:15 amSJC - NBO
2 stops29h 40mDelta
Sat 6/111:59 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops30h 34mDelta
Deal found 4/30$1,441

San Jose to Nairobi 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Jose and Nairobi in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 3, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Nairobi in 2024 at this time. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Sun 5/127:05 amSJC - NBO
2 stops28h 50mDelta
Sat 5/1811:59 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops30h 34mDelta
Deal found 4/30$934
Tue 10/810:43 amSJC - NBO
2 stops27h 07mQatar Airways
Tue 10/226:10 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops34h 57mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/2$1,059
Tue 10/18:15 amSJC - NBO
2 stops29h 35mQatar Airways
Thu 10/315:45 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops35h 39mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/1$1,081
Tue 10/110:43 amSJC - NBO
2 stops34h 12mQatar Airways
Mon 10/216:10 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops32h 54mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/1$1,101
Fri 9/68:15 amSJC - NBO
2 stops29h 35mQatar Airways
Fri 9/206:10 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops37h 09mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/30$1,104
Mon 5/66:10 amSJC - NBO
2 stops28h 20mBritish Airways
Wed 5/2910:30 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops32h 07mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/2$1,110
Wed 9/412:16 pmSJC - NBO
2 stops25h 34mQatar Airways
Thu 9/266:10 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops35h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/2$1,124
Fri 9/68:15 amSJC - NBO
2 stops29h 35mQatar Airways
Thu 9/191:20 amNBO - SJC
2 stops28h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/30$1,146
Sat 5/116:20 amSJC - NBO
2 stops28h 20mDelta
Fri 6/2111:59 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops32h 05mDelta
Deal found 5/1$1,149

San Jose to Nairobi flights leaving soon

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Users seeking a last-minute flight from San Jose to Nairobi should consider booking one of these fares. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
Sun 5/127:05 amSJC - NBO
2 stops28h 50mDelta
Sat 5/1811:59 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops30h 34mDelta
Deal found 4/30$934
Sat 5/116:20 amSJC - NBO
2 stops28h 20mDelta
Fri 6/2111:59 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops32h 05mDelta
Deal found 5/1$1,149
Sat 5/116:20 amSJC - NBO
2 stops28h 20mDelta
Fri 6/2111:59 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops32h 05mDelta
Deal found 5/2$1,287
Sat 5/116:30 amSJC - NBO
2 stops38h 25mQatar Airways
Thu 6/201:05 amNBO - SJC
2 stops29h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/2$1,589
Tue 5/710:25 amSJC - NBO
2 stops27h 15mQatar Airways
Fri 5/101:00 amNBO - SJC
2 stops26h 53mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/2$1,617
Sat 5/116:15 amSJC - NBO
2 stops31h 25mQatar Airways
Thu 6/201:05 amNBO - SJC
2 stops31h 33mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/1$1,637
Sat 5/116:20 amSJC - NBO
2 stops28h 45mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/2111:10 pmNBO - SJC
3 stops32h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/1$3,081
Sat 5/112:35 pmSJC - NBO
3 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/2110:45 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops29h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$4,699
Sat 5/112:35 pmSJC - NBO
3 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/2110:45 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops29h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$4,721

One-way flights to Nairobi from San Jose

Search for one-way flight options from San Jose to Nairobi. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 3, 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from San Jose to Nairobi, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Those seeking round-trip flights from San Jose to Nairobi should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Sun 6/96:00 amSJC - NBO
3 stops38h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$895
Mon 6/106:15 amSJC - NBO
2 stops55h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$897
Mon 6/106:00 amSJC - NBO
3 stops38h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$903
Fri 5/176:15 amSJC - NBO
2 stops31h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/1$911
Sun 6/911:46 amSJC - NBO
2 stops33h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$915
Mon 6/106:15 amSJC - NBO
2 stops38h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/2$926
Sat 6/86:00 amSJC - NBO
3 stops38h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$932
Sat 6/83:32 pmSJC - NBO
2 stops28h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$1,045
Sat 5/1810:25 amSJC - NBO
2 stops27h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/1$1,056

Find flights from San Jose to Nairobi within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose 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 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 3, 2024.

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$1,059 - $2,447

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San JoseNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SJC - NBO

SJCNBO

San Jose

Tue 10/8

2 stops27h 07m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 10/22

2 stops34h 57m

$1,059

San JoseNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SJC - NBO

SJCNBO

San Jose

Tue 10/1

2 stops34h 12m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 10/21

2 stops32h 54m

$1,101

San JoseNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SJC - NBO

SJCNBO

San Jose

Wed 9/4

2 stops25h 34m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 9/26

2 stops35h 50m

$1,124

San JoseNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SJC - NBO

SJCNBO

San Jose

Sun 5/26

2 stops29h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 5/31

2 stops31h 56m

$1,156

San JoseNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SJC - NBO

SJCNBO

San Jose

Tue 10/1

2 stops27h 07m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 10/19

2 stops25h 41m

$1,281

San JoseNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SJC - NBO

SJCNBO

San Jose

Tue 10/1

2 stops31h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 10/16

2 stops25h 41m

$1,344

San JoseNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SJC - NBO

SJCNBO

San Jose

Tue 10/1

2 stops44h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 10/20

2 stops29h 40m

$1,634

San JoseNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SJC - NBO

SJCNBO

San Jose

Sat 6/15

2 stops33h 09m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 8/1

2 stops32h 10m

$1,642

San JoseNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SJC - NBO

SJCNBO

San Jose

Sat 6/15

2 stops42h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 7/31

2 stops29h 13m

$2,447

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 5/2

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Jose to Nairobi?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Jose to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on March 24, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Jose to Nairobi flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Nairobi by month

Plan your trip from San Jose to Nairobi by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from San Jose to Nairobi is currently $942 while a round-trip flight costs $1,421. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Nairobi (average of $1,033). Flying from San Jose to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,668). 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.

January

$1,033

February

$1,056

March

$1,060

April

$1,047

May

$1,097

June

$1,570

July

$1,668

August

$1,238

September

$1,137

October

$1,099

November

$1,079

December

$1,276

Temperature and rainfall in Nairobi by month

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

NBO

Temperature

62.6 - 69.8 °F

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 May 3, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, British Airways and American Airlines from San Jose to Nairobi by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
10,858 reviews

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

8.1
Very good
10,858 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,858 reviews

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

7.7
Good
4,450 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,858 reviews

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

7.4
Good
11,143 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,858 reviews

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

7.3
Good
14,767 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,858 reviews

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

7.0
Good
6,893 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,858 reviews

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 2.9 mi from the city center, San Jose is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Nairobi from San Jose. Booking flights from San Jose (SJC) to Nairobi should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Nairobi from 4 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from San Jose to Nairobi for under $1,100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Jose to Nairobi for under $1,100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Qatar Airways for just $1,059, but on average you can expect to pay $1,464.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Jose to Nairobi for under $1,000?

    There are currently 12+ open flights from San Jose to Nairobi within the next 7 days for less than $1,000.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Jose to Nairobi round-trip from $1,059. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $1,156, and British Airways, from $1,634. Users have found that Qatar Airways is 30% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $911 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $915 and Delta from $1,391 one-way.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Jose to Nairobi?

  • What does SJC to NBO mean?

    San Jose Airport is SJC and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport is NBO. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL), Nanyuki Airport (NYK), Amboseli Airport (ASV) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Jose to Nairobi that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Jose to Nairobi flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Jose to Nairobi with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Jose to Nairobi flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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  • Can I find deals for flights from San Jose to Nairobi that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Jose to Nairobi offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Jose to Nairobi?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Jose to Nairobi flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Jose to Nairobi flight deals updated?

    The San Jose to Nairobi flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/2.

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Top 4 airlines flying from San Jose to Nairobi

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DeltaCheapest$787Average$1,387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$839Average$884FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,073Average$1,591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest$1,306Average$1,550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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