What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Nairobi?

Delta is the most popular carrier operating from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Nairobi

How often are flights from New York to Nairobi delayed?

Historically, on average around 23% of flights between New York and Nairobi have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 189 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to Nairobi 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. Wednesday 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 Nairobi flights?

According to our data, Kenya Airways have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 23% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Nairobi?

As of February 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Nairobi.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Nairobi?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Nairobi.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Nairobi trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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18 Apr

JFK21:10New York John F Kennedy Intl

17h 45m

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NBO21:55Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

26 Apr

NBO23:50Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

26h 15m

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JFK19:05New York John F Kennedy Intl

£659

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21 Apr

JFK21:10New York John F Kennedy Intl

17h 45m

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2 May

NBO23:05Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

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JFK10:30New York John F Kennedy Intl

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11 May

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JFK19:25New York John F Kennedy Intl

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NBO23:55Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

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JFK18:10New York John F Kennedy Intl

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Nairobi?

If you don’t want to visit Nairobi in March, then you should wait until September to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £724.

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

The cheapest day to depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Nairobi is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as £707. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Friday because tickets tend to average around £1,691. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Nairobi.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Nairobi flights are usually those with departure times at midday. Our users have found flights to Nairobi at midday for as low as £775. Flights to Nairobi are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of £895. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Nairobi from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Nairobi for around £857 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Nairobi from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport for as low as £802 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on New York John F Kennedy Intl to Nairobi flights?

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The fastest flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Nairobi takes 13h 30m

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How far is New York John F Kennedy Intl to Nairobi by plane?
New York John F Kennedy Intl and Nairobi are 7343.4 mi apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 13h 30m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
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How old do you have to be to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Nairobi?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Nairobi.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nairobi?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Nairobi trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Nairobi?

If you don’t want to visit Nairobi in March, then you should wait until September to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £724.

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

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Delta is the most popular carrier operating from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Nairobi

How often are flights from New York to Nairobi delayed?

Historically, on average around 23% of flights between New York and Nairobi have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 189 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to Nairobi 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. Wednesday 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 Nairobi flights?

According to our data, Kenya Airways have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 23% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Nairobi on average per week?

The number of flights available between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Nairobi is 6 per week as of February 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 33% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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