Which airports can I use when flying from Cairns to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Flights from Cairns to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport usually depart from Cairns (CNS) and arrive at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cairns to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Only Economy class is available on flights from Cairns to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cairns to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 23% on flights from Cairns to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $2,627 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $3,388, a difference of $762. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

Do I need a passport to fly from Cairns to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

What is the time difference between Cairns and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport is 7 hours behind Cairns (Eastern Africa Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (NBO)?

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (NBO) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $36 for economy cars. Top options include: • Autounion Car Rental • Hertz • Right Cars • GREEN MOTION • Europcar

How much should I expect to pay for a Cairns to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flight?

Return flights from Cairns to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport range from $2,713 to $3,069, with an average of $2,777 over the past 12 months. Anything below $2,713 counts as a good deal.

How much is a return flight from Cairns to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Return flights from Cairns to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport typically range from $2,713 to $3,069. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $2,631 on Qatar Airways.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Cairns to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Qatar Airways ($2,631) offered the cheapest return ticket from Cairns to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport in the last 5 days.

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Typical prices: $2,713-$3,069

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Thu, 4 Mar - Sun, 7 Mar

15:45 - 13:45CNS Cairns-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

29h 00m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Doha Hamad Intl

08:45 - 14:55NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-CNS Cairns

47h 10m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,631Qatar Airways

Thu, 4 Mar - Sun, 7 Mar

15:45 - 13:45CNS Cairns-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

29h 00m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Doha Hamad Intl

08:45 - 14:55NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-CNS Cairns

47h 10m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,635Qatar Airways

Thu, 4 Mar - Sun, 7 Mar

15:45 - 13:45CNS Cairns-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

29h 00m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Doha Hamad Intl

08:45 - 14:55NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-CNS Cairns

47h 10m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,640Qatar Airways

Thu, 4 Mar - Sun, 7 Mar

15:45 - 13:45CNS Cairns-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

29h 00m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Doha Hamad Intl

08:45 - 14:55NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-CNS Cairns

47h 10m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,641Qatar Airways

Wed, 2 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec

19:15 - 13:45CNS Cairns-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

25h 30m2 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Doha Hamad Intl

17:00 - 16:45NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-CNS Cairns

40h 45m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,644Multiple Airlines

Thu, 4 Mar - Sun, 7 Mar

15:45 - 13:45CNS Cairns-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

29h 00m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Doha Hamad Intl

08:45 - 14:55NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-CNS Cairns

47h 10m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,660Qatar Airways

Wed, 2 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec

19:15 - 13:45CNS Cairns-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

25h 30m2 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Doha Hamad Intl

17:00 - 16:45NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-CNS Cairns

40h 45m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,661Multiple Airlines

Thu, 3 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec

09:45 - 18:20CNS Cairns-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

39h 35m2 stops Melbourne Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

07:15 - 22:10NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-CNS Cairns

31h 55m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Melbourne

$2,736Multiple Airlines

Wed, 2 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec

09:45 - 06:20CNS Cairns-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

27h 35m2 stops Melbourne Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

07:15 - 09:05NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-CNS Cairns

42h 50m3 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Melbourne Coolangatta Gold Coast

$2,829Multiple Airlines

Wed, 2 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec

09:45 - 06:20CNS Cairns-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

27h 35m2 stops Melbourne Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

07:15 - 09:05NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-CNS Cairns

42h 50m3 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Melbourne Coolangatta Gold Coast

$2,832Multiple Airlines

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How much is a return flight from Cairns to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Cairns to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport departing in March.

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Low season	April
High season	November
Cheapest flight	$2,631

The most popular month to fly with an average 71% increase in traveller numbers.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cairns to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Cairns to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport.
Do I need a passport to fly from Cairns to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a Cairns to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flight?
Return flights from Cairns to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport range from $2,713 to $3,069, with an average of $2,777 over the past 12 months. Anything below $2,713 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Cairns to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about $2,631 to $4,716. That means the highest observed fare was about 79% higher than the lowest one.
Which car hire options are available at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (NBO)?
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (NBO) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $36 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Autounion Car Rental
• Hertz
• Right Cars
• GREEN MOTION
• Europcar
Which airports can I use when flying from Cairns to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?
Flights from Cairns to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport usually depart from Cairns (CNS) and arrive at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cairns to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 23% on flights from Cairns to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $2,627 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $3,388, a difference of $762.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
What is the time difference between Cairns and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport is 7 hours behind Cairns (Eastern Africa Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average $2,627, about $762 less than Friday fares (22% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cairns to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $2,525 return in that month – typically $852 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport.

• Four Points by Sheraton Nairobi Airport
• Crowne Plaza Nairobi Airport By IHG

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