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Cheap Flight Deals from Dubai to Nairobi (DXB-NBO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dubai to Nairobi

Recommended round-trip deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly from Dubai to Nairobi.
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7:55 pm - 2:10 pmDXB-NBO
19h 15m1 stop
3:10 pm - 6:55 pmNBO-DXB
26h 45m1 stop
$354Salam Air
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Sun, Apr 20 - Wed, Apr 30
11:10 am - 12:50 amDXB-NBO
14h 40m1 stop
2:40 am - 7:30 pmNBO-DXB
15h 50m1 stop
$397SAUDIA
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Fri, Apr 25 - Wed, May 7
6:55 am - 1:35 pmDXB-NBO
7h 40m1 stop
11:59 pm - 4:35 amNBO-DXB
27h 36m1 stop
$409Kenya Airways
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Fri, May 9 - Fri, May 23
1:50 am - 12:20 pmDXB-NBO
11h 30m1 stop
8:50 pm - 8:30 amNBO-DXB
10h 40m1 stop
$412RwandAir
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Sun, Mar 9 - Fri, Mar 14
1:50 am - 12:20 pmDXB-NBO
11h 30m1 stop
8:50 pm - 8:30 amNBO-DXB
10h 40m1 stop
$413RwandAir
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Thu, Jun 12 - Sun, Jun 22
11:45 am - 11:50 pmDXB-NBO
13h 05m1 stop
6:10 pm - 3:25 amNBO-DXB
8h 15m1 stop
$414Qatar Airways
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Fri, Apr 11 - Wed, Apr 16
6:55 am - 1:35 pmDXB-NBO
7h 40m1 stop
11:10 pm - 5:25 amNBO-DXB
5h 15mnonstop
$417Kenya Airways
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Fri, May 9 - Fri, May 23
11:45 am - 11:50 pmDXB-NBO
13h 05m1 stop
1:20 am - 11:40 amNBO-DXB
9h 20m1 stop
$421Qatar Airways
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Fri, Apr 18 - Sun, Apr 20
10:35 am - 2:45 pmDXB-NBO
5h 10mnonstop
10:45 pm - 4:50 amNBO-DXB
5h 05mnonstop
$554Emirates
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Fri, Mar 28 - Thu, Apr 3
3:55 pm - 8:00 pmDXB-NBO
5h 05mnonstop
10:45 pm - 4:50 amNBO-DXB
5h 05mnonstop
$568Emirates
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Expert advice for your flight from Dubai to Nairobi

Our travel pros reveal their best tips for your Dubai to Nairobi journey.
Airlines
Kenya Airways

Kenya Airways' SkyPriority offers priority check-in and boarding, saving time at the airport.


Economy Comfort seats on 787-8 offer extra legroom, enhancing comfort on longer flights.

Emirates

Emirates offers 33-inch legroom and 13.3-inch screens in economy, enhancing comfort on medium-haul flights.


Free Wi-Fi for Skywards members and affordable for others, ensuring connectivity throughout the flight.

Read more about Emiratesby Duncan Madden
Airports
DXB

For a seamless departure, DXB offers fast, free Wi-Fi and efficient check-in services, especially in Terminal 3 for Emirates flights.

Read more about DXBby Jessica Macdonald
NBO

Upon arrival at NBO, use local taxis or rideshares for a 30-minute trip to downtown Nairobi. Negotiate fares upfront for the best deal.

Read more about NBOby Daniel Scheffler
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Ramsey Qubein

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Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Duncan Madden

Duncan is a freelance travel writer, copywriter and book author in constant search of travel stories and the perpetual sensation of being on holiday. He’s never happier than when on a dusty trail in search of empty waves or ducking under the piste tape in search of snowbound solitude. British born, living in Germany, but happiest heading for the horizon. His first book, Found in Translation, explores the etymologies and stories of country names around the world and is out now.

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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Jessica Macdonald

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

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Flights from Dubai to Nairobi - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Dubai to Nairobi to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dubai to Nairobi?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Dubai to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
When flying from Dubai to Nairobi, you should consider leaving on a Wednesday and avoid Saturdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Dubai, you’ll find the best rates on Sundays and the most expensive ones on Tuesdays.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Dubai to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Dubai to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport is May, where tickets cost $398 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $550 and $542 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Dubai to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $1,132 on average.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Dubai to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Dubai to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 12 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

January

High season

December

Cheapest flight

$208
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 5% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 20% increase in price.
Flight from Dubai to Nairobi

When to book flights from Dubai to Nairobi

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dubai to Nairobi based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Dubai to Nairobi flights

  • Where can I leave my car at Dubai International Airport?

    Depending on the length of your stay in Nairobi, you can find a choice of Economy and Premium long-term parking options at DXB's Terminals 1 and 2. Dubai World Central (DWC) is a shaded car park that is 100% free for travelers with special needs or disabilities.

  • How do I travel between terminals at Dubai Airport?

    Terminal 3 at DXB is recorded as the World's largest international terminal, which is why there's a free 24-hour shuttle bus service between T1 and 3, T2 and 3, including a Metro at T1 and T3.

  • Do I need a visa to fly to Nairobi from Dubai?

    Yes. Emiratis/ UAE Passport Holders must have a valid visa to enter Nairobi. UAE nationalities are eligible for a single entry eVisa, which allows them to stay up to 90 days and extended for an additional five months should they wish to continue exploring Kenya.

  • Are there on-site car hire companies at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport?

    Yes. Located in the arrival hall the NBO are numerous car rental representatives such as National Car, Keddy Car Hire, Alamo, Enterprise, Europcar, AVIS, Thrifty, and Hertz. As a tourist destination, Nairobi can get very busy over the holiday season. Therefore, always reserve a vehicle in advance to ensure you have reliable transportation on arrival.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Dubai to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Dubai to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport was $208 for a one-way ticket and $354 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Dubai and Nairobi?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in Dubai and on arrival in Nairobi.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Dubai to Nairobi?

    When flying out of Dubai you will be using Dubai Intl. You will be landing at Nairobi, also known as Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Dubai to Nairobi?

    flydubai, and Emirates offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Dubai to Nairobi flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Dubai to Nairobi?

    The Boeing 777-300ER is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Dubai to Nairobi flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Dubai to Nairobi?

    SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Dubai and Nairobi, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Dubai to Nairobi?

    There are nonstop flights from Dubai to Nairobi on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Dubai to Nairobi, Emirates or Qatar Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Dubai to Nairobi are Emirates and Qatar Airways. With an average price for the route of $579 and an overall rating of 8.1, Emirates is the most popular choice. Qatar Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $354 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Dubai to Nairobi?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Dubai to Nairobi.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Dubai to Nairobi?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Nairobi from Dubai is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Dubai to Nairobi?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Nairobi with an airline and back to Dubai with another airline. Booking your flights between Dubai and NBO can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Dubai to Nairobi?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Nairobi from Dubai up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Dubai to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $264 or less one-way and $512 or less round-trip.
  • As the busiest by passenger traffic in the World, handling over 13.6 million travelers every three months, Dubai International Airport (DXB) Terminal 1 will be your point-of-departure to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International airport (NBO), Kenya. Arrive at the airport no later than 2h and expect to take approximately 45min to 1h going through the TSA checkpoint and luggage.
  • dnata is a company that provides free curbside assistance services, including handling persons with limited abilities through check-in and immigration checkpoints. Wheelchair assistance is available at the Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International airport to passengers with special needs. The airport staff will receive you from the aircraft, take you through immigration and expedite you through all airport processes.
  • According to International Air Transport Association (IATA) policy, domesticated dogs, cats, and birds cannot travel with the owner as added luggage or in-cabin. They must be at least eight weeks to be transported in manifested cargo and have vaccine cards (or animal passports) and an updated pet microchip. Provided you pay the corresponding fee and have a veterinary health certificate, pets flying through Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International airport may be accepted as baggage.
  • There are seven Emirates lounge options across Concourses A, B, and C of the Dubai International Airport. Marhaba Lounges, located in every terminal, including Dubai World Central (DWC), arrivals and departures are open to all passengers regardless of their travel class. If you need to freshen up on arrival at the Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International airport, you can do so at the Aspire Lounge before security or Kenya Airways Simba Lounge, outside security.
  • If traveling with kids, every nursing room across all three DXB terminals is equipped with a hot and cold water basin, a clean changing table, a bench, power outlets to pump, and other useful baby-related amenities.
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Prefer to fly direct from Dubai to Nairobi?

Find which airlines fly direct from Dubai Intl Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Dubai Intl to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Monday

Emirates, Kenn Borek Air, Kenya Airways, +1 more

Emirates, Kenn Borek Air, +2 more

Tuesday

Emirates, Kenn Borek Air, Kenya Airways, +1 more

Emirates, Kenn Borek Air, +2 more

Wednesday

Emirates, Kenn Borek Air, Kenya Airways, +2 more

Emirates, Kenn Borek Air, +3 more

Thursday

Emirates, Kenn Borek Air, Kenya Airways, +1 more

Emirates, Kenn Borek Air, +2 more

Friday

Emirates, Kenya Airways, LAM, +1 more

Emirates, Kenya Airways, +2 more

Saturday

Emirates, Kenya Airways, Qantas Airways

Emirates, Kenya Airways, +1 more

Sunday

Emirates, Kenn Borek Air, Kenya Airways, +2 more

Emirates, Kenn Borek Air, +3 more

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Direct returns

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Dubai Intl

Monday

Emirates, Kenya Airways, LAM, +1 more

Emirates, Kenya Airways, +2 more

Tuesday

Emirates, Kenya Airways, Qantas Airways

Emirates, Kenya Airways, +1 more

Wednesday

Emirates, Kenya Airways, LAM, +1 more

Emirates, Kenya Airways, +2 more

Thursday

Emirates, Kenya Airways, Qantas Airways

Emirates, Kenya Airways, +1 more

Friday

Emirates, Kenya Airways, LAM, +1 more

Emirates, Kenya Airways, +2 more

Saturday

Emirates, Kenya Airways, Qantas Airways

Emirates, Kenya Airways, +1 more

Sunday

Emirates, Kenya Airways, LAM, +1 more

Emirates, Kenya Airways, +2 more

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Top 5 airlines serving from Dubai to Nairobi

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Dubai to Nairobi. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Dubai to Nairobi? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.1
EmiratesOverall score based on 3283 reviews
8.3Crew
8.1Boarding
8.2Entertainment
8.0Comfort
7.9Food
Airline reviews

Very uncomfortable aircraft. No free entertainment or drinks. Food okay. Won't fly with them again.

2.0 MediocreRoy, Jan 2025DXB - KBV
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Very uncomfortable aircraft. No free entertainment or drinks. Food okay. Won't fly with them again.

Comfort poor, little leg room, cabin temperature too hot. No free entertainment. No complementary drinks. Overal experience poor and would not travel with them again.

Boarding, seats, entertainment and service were all great. The food was great except for the fact that there were too many sweet items.

Very bad groud crew taking bags less than 7kg Bad food Old plane

Loved that I had an exit row seat, and there was no one else in the row! And again, I don' use on-line entertainment at all (I read or sleep) but I very much appreciate that I didn't hear anyone else's entertainment!

Delayed, Bad American style food (not tasty, horrible cheese for a flight to France). Incompetent cabin crew (I asked how to connect by cable my headphones and the flight attendant suggested me Bluetooth which is not available). Good space

Flight was pathetic, felt like a old plane was modified and brought in service. Didnt like the aircraft at all. Crew and services were good.but aircraft totally dissappointment.

Emirates is always a pleasure to travel on. From the spectacular First and Business Class configurations of your big A380 and 777, to the Bar Lounge to, of course, your impecable on board flight attendance and their iconic uniform, now also even available for young girls. All the destinations that Emirates offers makes it an airline of choice many a time.

Loved everything! This flight had premium economy and I didn't see an option to upgraded to premium economy OR buy premium economy tickets. How come?

Some Crew were distinguishably fake in their interactions with passengers.

The flight was slightly delayed because of change of plane but informed beforehand. Flight was very good and comfortable

Superb like always. On time and quite comfortable. Only thing is that the arrival movement was by bus.

We were boarded by bus. That was a bit of pain.

I recently travelled with Qatar Airways from Doha to Dulles in the QSuite, and the experience was nothing short of exceptional. The QSuite truly feels like a First-Class experience, with its luxurious design, privacy, and comfort. The cabin crew, especially the lady in charge of the cabin, was remarkable—professional, attentive, and genuinely kind. The food was excellent, and the comfort of the seat was absolutely first-class, making the journey smooth and enjoyable. While the in-flight experience was outstanding, I have a few points of feedback. Firstly, the content available in the in-flight entertainment system could be expanded and upgraded to include a more diverse and updated collection. This would elevate the entertainment experience to match the premium standards of the QSuite. Secondly, regarding the Wi-Fi service: while QSuite passengers receive one hour of complimentary Wi-Fi, any additional usage requires a fee of USD 10. Considering the premium pricing of QSuite, it would be more fitting to include unlimited Wi-Fi as part of the experience, further enhancing the luxury offered to passengers. Lastly, I must highlight an issue with luggage handling. Unfortunately, my luggage did not make it through the transit, which was disappointing. While the ground crew assured me that it would be delivered to my home on the same day as it was arriving on the next flight, this promise was not fulfilled, and the delay added unnecessary inconvenience to an otherwise excellent experience. Overall, the QSuite experience was exceptional, but addressing these areas would further solidify Qatar Airways’ position as a leader in luxury air travel.

Qatar Airways in-flight first/business class service is superior to any US airline; excellent meals are served on short haul flights such as between DXB and DOH.

Was downgraded from business to economy due to a faulty seat in business class. However when I boarded the plane there were no less than 5 free business class seats. Will never fly Qatar Airways again

Boston to Doha was great but Doha to Dhaka was the worst experience.

Moved seats, didn't accommodate requests to change seats even though other seats were available.

Do not overbook flights and kick out confirmed ticketed passengers :-(

Check in desk people constrained by fear. Obvious typo on Uganda visa, even though approved, caused loss of flight. Something is definitely wrong with this system.

Being a platinum member, no attention given. No towel or tissue provided.

As gold member there is no priority checkin. Meaning you either have to board with your zone or last with business class pax. As economy pax all the baggage bays are filled by the time you arrive

Flight was fine overall. What you would expect from economy seats. I did appreciate the amenities (eyemask, earplugs, small toothbrush and toothpaste, thin socks).

Pleasant, relaxed flight. I had 2 seats to myself, which was a bonus. I couldn't find a flight tracker ap so I could know where we were but that's a minor complaint. On the plus side, the passenger announcements did not come through my earphones but were on main speakers only. That was a nice touch.

Flight delayed by 3 hours 45 mins and no explanation given or apology. Rebooked on a flight departing to final destination 48 hrs later and baggage not delivered.

My outbound flight was grounded in Lusaka so we never made it to Paris. DO NOT fly this airline you will be stranded and your plans will be completely disrupted

Inflight entertainment with electronic charging stations can help during a long flight.

The flight was delayed with no notice. No inflight entertainment. Communication is vital in any business.

Poor communication: Flight come directly to kigali , didn’t come via mumbasa. Favouring to Rwandan passenger to move from economic to bussiness class after flight depart. Where they don’t asked other older passenger who need more comfort. Rude staff : chekin airport at Mumbai. Talking in local language (marathi) while serving and no sorry no thank you attitude.

Love the dreamliner plane. It's such a smooth ride, I don't notice that it's 15 hours in the air. The staff are great and they don't overstuff you with food.

I really like this airline. The staff are lovely and friendly, the planes are tidy and unfussy. I would rate them at the top of the African Airline carriers.

Delayed by 4 hours with inadequate advance notifications which caused us a lot of consternation and angst. I will never fly or recommend your airline again

Flight was changed 3 times, from a night flight to a day flight, and then delayed by 5h…

Kenya Airways delayed my flights for 7 days. Each delayed, they notified me last minute. This is ridiculous.

The kindness and good humor of all the people who this flight possible was a joy.

Awful, we had a delay of 3 hrs, impacting in my transfer flight to Cape town, and Kenya airways didnt do anything. They sent me twice to transfer services in Nairobi, not been available to sleep (from 1 am to 5 am); without any update.

It's the only direct flight between Accra and Nairobi, and you pay for it! Food is better on Asky. No entertainment on flight from Accra to Nairobi, but there other way did have screens. Generally timely boarding and departure.

They fed me at the right time the flight was smooth and the captain explain everything

Flying portion was fine. Below average comfort. We had 2 canceled flights and got stuck in 2 cities which took us 3 days to get home. Kenya hasn’t done anything or even reached out to us after complaining.

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