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Cheapest return flight
$1,719
Typical prices: $2,129-$2,622
Etihad Airways
Fri 14/12Sun 7/1
NBO - SYD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$858
Typical prices: $1,354-$1,975
Multiple Airlines
Sun 18/11
NBO - SYD • 3 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport and Sydney. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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August
Cheapest • 14% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN)
Cheapest • Avg $2,345 (return)
Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)
Shortest trip • 19h 14m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Nairobi to Sydney (NBO-SYD)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Sydney

Mon, 14 Dec - Thu, 7 Jan
Etihad Airways Logo
19:15 - 06:30NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
27h 15m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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21:30 - 18:20SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
28h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,719Etihad Airways
2 days ago
Wed, 2 Dec - Wed, 10 Feb
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19:15 - 06:30NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
27h 15m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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21:30 - 12:30SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
23h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,745Etihad Airways
1 day ago
Mon, 1 Mar - Tue, 30 Mar
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06:40 - 07:35NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
40h 55m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Singapore Changi
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11:50 - 05:40SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
25h 50m2 stops Singapore Changi Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
$1,745IndiGo
3+ days ago
Thu, 12 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:35 - 07:10NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
33h 35m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:50 - 06:20SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
28h 30m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,782Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Fri, 20 Nov - Wed, 6 Jan
Etihad Airways Logo
19:15 - 06:30NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
27h 15m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
21:30 - 12:30SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
23h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,816Etihad Airways
2 days ago
Fri, 20 Nov - Wed, 6 Jan
Etihad Airways Logo
19:15 - 06:30NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
27h 15m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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21:30 - 12:30SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
23h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,817Etihad Airways
4 hours ago
Thu, 12 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
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08:45 - 20:55NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
28h 10m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne
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15:50 - 13:45SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
29h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,826Qatar Airways
1 day ago
Sun, 28 Feb - Sun, 28 Mar
IndiGo Logo
06:40 - 06:35NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
39h 55m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Singapore Changi
IndiGo Logo
11:50 - 05:40SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
25h 50m2 stops Singapore Changi Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
$1,833IndiGo
3+ days ago
Wed, 25 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
08:45 - 21:25NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
28h 40m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne
Qatar Airways Logo
15:50 - 07:15SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
23h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,958Qatar Airways
7 hours ago
Fri, 20 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
17:00 - 08:25NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
31h 25m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne
Qatar Airways Logo
15:50 - 07:15SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
23h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$2,040Qatar Airways
14 hours ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Sydney flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Return flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Sydney typically range from $2,129 to $2,622. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,719 on Etihad Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Sydney?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Sydney. It's 15% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

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

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Sydney at $2,046 return.
•January ($4,218) and July ($2,550) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 106% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Sydney flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$858
Beat the crowds with an average 62% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 129% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Sydney

When to book flights from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Sydney

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Sydney based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Sydney flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Sydney:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Sydney?

    A direct flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Sydney takes 00m, covering 19,515 km.

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

    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 Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Sydney flight?

    Return flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Sydney range from $2,129 to $2,622, with an average of $2,382 over the past 12 months. Anything below $2,129 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Sydney changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,719 to $15,524. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Sydney looking right now?

    One-way fares from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Sydney are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,128, which is 32% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD)?

    Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $58 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • East Coast Car Rentals
    • Bargain Car Rentals
    • YESDRIVE CAR RENTAL
    • No Birds
    • EverythingFleet

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

    Flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Sydney usually depart from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) and arrive at Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Sydney pass through?

    One-stop flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Sydney most commonly connect through:

    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 53% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 30% of one-stop connections
    • Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) – 8% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 5% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 22% on flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Sydney. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $2,037 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $2,588, a difference of $551.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Sydney?

    Flying via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 19h 14m, compared to 22h 39m via Dubai Intl (DXB) and 22h 58m via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH).

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

    Sydney is 8 hours ahead of Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (Eastern Australia Time vs Eastern Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Sydney?

    Some of the most popular sights in Sydney are Sydney Opera House, Star Casino, and Capitol Theatre. These are among the most viewed places in Sydney on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Sydney flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $2,037, about $551 less than Sunday fares (21% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Sydney trip for August. Fares historically average $2,046 return in that month – typically $2,172 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.

    • ibis budget Sydney Airport
    • Travelodge Hotel Sydney Airport
    • Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel

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