Cheap flights from San Jose (SJC) to Nairobi from $718

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 5/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SJC — NBO
May 3 — May 101

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 April 28, 2024.

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$917

Round-trip from

$1,032
High demand for flights, 58% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 42% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in April 2024
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 2,944,896 searches. Data last updated April 28, 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.
Sat 5/116:20 amSJC - NBO
2 stops28h 20mDelta
Fri 6/2111:59 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops32h 05mDelta
Deal found 4/27$1,224
Sat 5/116:20 amSJC - NBO
2 stops28h 20mDelta
Fri 6/2111:59 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops32h 05mDelta
Deal found 4/28$1,225

Cheap United Airlines flights from San Jose to Nairobi

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines 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 2,944,896 searches. Data last updated April 28, 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest United Airlines flights we've found from San Jose to Nairobi. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Sat 5/116:20 amSJC - NBO
2 stops28h 45mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/2111:10 pmNBO - SJC
3 stops32h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$1,944
Sat 5/116:20 amSJC - NBO
2 stops28h 45mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/2111:10 pmNBO - SJC
3 stops32h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$3,585

Cheap San Jose to Nairobi flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Jose to Nairobi specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,944,896 searches. Prices were last updated on April 28, 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.
Sat 5/116:20 amSJC - NBO
2 stops28h 20mDelta
Fri 6/2111:59 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops32h 05mDelta
Deal found 4/27$1,224
Sat 5/116:20 amSJC - NBO
2 stops28h 20mDelta
Fri 6/2111:59 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops32h 05mDelta
Deal found 4/28$1,225
Wed 5/110:20 amSJC - NBO
2 stops34h 35mQatar Airways
Fri 5/176:10 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops38h 03mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/26$1,442
Wed 5/16:30 amSJC - NBO
2 stops38h 25mQatar Airways
Thu 5/161:05 amNBO - SJC
2 stops31h 47mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/26$1,488
Sun 5/1210:20 amSJC - NBO
2 stops27h 25mQatar Airways
Fri 5/176:10 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops38h 03mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/27$1,543
Mon 5/2010:21 amSJC - NBO
2 stops34h 34mQatar Airways
Sat 5/256:10 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops33h 56mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/27$1,549
Sun 5/196:30 amSJC - NBO
2 stops31h 15mQatar Airways
Fri 5/246:10 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops33h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/27$1,568
Sun 4/286:15 amSJC - NBO
2 stops31h 30mQatar Airways
Tue 4/301:05 amNBO - SJC
2 stops31h 04mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/28$1,569
Sat 5/116:30 amSJC - NBO
2 stops38h 25mQatar Airways
Thu 6/201:05 amNBO - SJC
2 stops31h 33mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/27$1,589

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 2,944,896 searches. Data last updated April 28, 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.
Tue 8/2710:00 amSJC - NBO
2 stops27h 50mQatar Airways
Tue 10/11:20 amNBO - SJC
2 stops30h 18mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/27$1,059
Thu 10/38:00 amSJC - NBO
2 stops36h 55mQatar Airways
Thu 10/176:10 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops37h 28mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/27$1,081
Wed 11/2011:15 amSJC - NBO
2 stops23h 55mLufthansa
Sun 12/111:55 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops31h 48mLufthansa
Deal found 4/27$1,176
Sat 5/116:20 amSJC - NBO
2 stops28h 20mDelta
Fri 6/2111:59 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops32h 05mDelta
Deal found 4/27$1,224
Sat 5/116:20 amSJC - NBO
2 stops28h 20mDelta
Fri 6/2111:59 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops32h 05mDelta
Deal found 4/28$1,225
Wed 5/110:20 amSJC - NBO
2 stops34h 35mQatar Airways
Fri 5/176:10 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops38h 03mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/26$1,442
Wed 5/16:30 amSJC - NBO
2 stops38h 25mQatar Airways
Thu 5/161:05 amNBO - SJC
2 stops31h 47mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/26$1,488
Fri 11/228:00 amSJC - NBO
2 stops29h 05mQatar Airways
Sun 12/15:45 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops36h 39mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/27$1,524
Sun 5/1210:20 amSJC - NBO
2 stops27h 25mQatar Airways
Fri 5/176:10 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops38h 03mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/27$1,543

San Jose to Nairobi flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from San Jose to Nairobi for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,944,896 searches. Data last updated April 28, 2024.
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 5/510:20 amSJC - NBO
2 stops27h 25mQatar Airways
Thu 5/91:05 amNBO - SJC
2 stops31h 04mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/27$1,589
Sun 5/52:21 pmSJC - NBO
2 stops30h 34mQatar Airways
Fri 5/106:10 pmNBO - SJC
2 stops38h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/27$1,637

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 2,944,896 searches. Data last updated April 28, 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.
Wed 5/88:00 amSJC - NBO
3 stops53h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$718
Wed 5/86:15 amSJC - NBO
2 stops31h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/27$780
Sun 6/26:15 amSJC - NBO
2 stops31h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/27$900
Wed 6/1212:35 pmSJC - NBO
2 stops32h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/27$926
Sat 6/86:00 amSJC - NBO
3 stops38h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$933
Sat 6/86:00 amSJC - NBO
3 stops38h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$934
Thu 7/186:15 amSJC - NBO
2 stops38h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/27$962
Wed 6/128:04 pmSJC - NBO
3 stops31h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$969
Fri 8/210:10 amSJC - NBO
2 stops27h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/26$973

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 2,944,896 searches. Data last updated April 28, 2024.

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San JoseNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SJC - NBO

SJCNBO

San Jose

Tue 8/27

2 stops27h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 10/1

2 stops30h 18m

$1,059

San JoseNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SJC - NBO

SJCNBO

San Jose

Thu 10/3

2 stops36h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 10/17

2 stops37h 28m

$1,081

San JoseNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SJC - NBO

SJCNBO

San Jose

Sat 5/11

2 stops28h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 6/21

2 stops32h 05m

$1,224

San JoseNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SJC - NBO

SJCNBO

San Jose

Sat 5/11

2 stops28h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 6/21

2 stops32h 05m

$1,225

San JoseNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SJC - NBO

SJCNBO

San Jose

Sun 5/12

2 stops27h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 5/17

2 stops38h 03m

$1,543

San JoseNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SJC - NBO

SJCNBO

San Jose

Sat 8/10

2 stops38h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 8/30

2 stops46h 53m

$1,545

San JoseNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SJC - NBO

SJCNBO

San Jose

Sat 6/8

2 stops63h 36m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 8/4

2 stops32h 10m

$1,881

San JoseNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SJC - NBO

SJCNBO

San Jose

Sat 5/11

2 stops28h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 6/21

3 stops32h 44m

$1,944

San JoseNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

SJC - NBO

SJCNBO

San Jose

Sat 6/8

3 stops30h 08m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 8/4

2 stops33h 05m

$2,321

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 4/27

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 $899 while a round-trip flight costs $1,536. Price data was last updated on April 21, 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

$1,055

March

$1,060

April

$1,049

May

$1,098

June

$1,570

July

$1,668

August

$1,240

September

$1,138

October

$1,103

November

$1,081

December

$1,274

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 April 28, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines and Qatar Airways 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
10,932 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
10,932 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,932 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
4,456 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,932 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
11,221 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,932 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
794 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,932 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
14,844 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,932 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

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 $1,587.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Jose to Nairobi for under $1,600?

    There are currently 2+ open flights from San Jose to Nairobi within the next 7 days for less than $1,600.

  • 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 $1,224, and American Airlines, from $1,881. 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 $780 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Ethiopian Air from $1,223 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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    Yes. In addition to deals on San Jose to Nairobi flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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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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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose 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.

  • 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 4/28.

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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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