Cheap flights from Cairo to Nairobi

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Useful information for finding cheap flights from Cairo to Nairobi and booking your next trip
Cheapest round-trip flights $602
Qatar Airways 1 stop 10 hr Mon, May 4 — Sun, May 10
The cheapest round-trip flight from Cairo to Nairobi is currently $602
Cheapest one-way flight $288
Etihad 1 stop 22 hr Wed, Jun 24
The cheapest one-way flight from Cairo to Nairobi is currently $288
Last-minute weekend getaway $597
Etihad 1 stop 36 hr Sat, May 9 — Mon, May 11
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Cairo to Nairobi is currently $597
Cheapest business class flights $1,585
Saudia 1 stop 9 hr Thu, Jun 11 — Wed, Jun 17
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Cairo to Nairobi is currently $1,585
Fastest flight 5 hr The fastest nonstop flight from Cairo to Nairobi takes 5 hr
Nonstop flights Every day There are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Nairobi is typically November. The most expensive month to fly is typically August.
November
Cheapest
Typical prices: $310–450
August
Most expensive
Typical prices: $520–790

Popular airlines from Cairo to Nairobi

  • EgyptAir
    Nonstop
    Typical price: $420–1,050
    7 weekly nonstop flights
    CAI - NBO Every day
  • Saudia
    from $713
    Typical price: $670–980
    30 weekly connecting flights
    CAI - NBO Every day
  • Qatar Airways
    from $602
    Typical price: $485–790
    28 weekly connecting flights
    CAI - NBO Every day
  • Emirates
    from $949
    Typical price: $800–970
    21 weekly connecting flights
    CAI - NBO Every day
  • Ethiopian
    from $649
    Typical price: $475–850
    16 weekly connecting flights
    CAI - NBO Every day
  • Etihad
    from $628
    Typical price: $550–890
    14 weekly connecting flights
    CAI - NBO Every day

Popular airports near Cairo

  • Cairo International Airport (CAI)
    Cairo Egypt 28 min 11 mi
  • Borg El Arab International Airport, Alexandria (HBE)
    Alexandria Egypt 2 hr 34 min 109 mi
  • Al Alamain International Airport (DBB)
    El Dabaa Egypt 3 hr 26 min 176 mi

Popular airports near Nairobi

  • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
    Nairobi Kenya 20 min 7 mi
  • Wilson Airport (WIL)
    Nairobi Kenya 12 min 2 mi
  • Nanyuki Airstrip (NYK)
    Nanyuki Kenya 3 hr 34 min 93 mi
  • Amboseli Airstrip (ASV)
    Amboseli National Park Kenya 3 hr 59 min 98 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Cairo to Nairobi

The cheapest flights from Cairo to Nairobi are usually in November. Typical ticket prices in November range from $310 to $450.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Cairo to Nairobi recently found on Google Flights was with Qatar Airways from $602. The cheapest one-way flight was with Etihad from $288.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Saudia flight from Cairo to Nairobi is $713, flying from Jun 18 to Jun 25.
  • The cheapest Qatar Airways flight from Cairo to Nairobi is $602, flying from May 4 to May 10.
  • The cheapest Emirates flight from Cairo to Nairobi is $949, flying from May 23 to May 30.
  • The cheapest Ethiopian flight from Cairo to Nairobi is $649, flying from May 11 to May 18.
  • The cheapest Etihad flight from Cairo to Nairobi is $628, flying from May 4 to May 11.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Cairo to Nairobi starts at $602 from Mon, May 4 to Sun, May 10. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $288 and departs on Wed, Jun 24.
5 hr is the shortest flight time from Cairo to Nairobi.
Nairobi has a warm, temperate climate year-round. Weather is dry during peak travel season (Jul–Sep), and there is a large migration of wildebeests and zebras into the Masai Mara Jul–Oct. Some hotels may close during the main rainy season (Apr–May), and there is also a shorter rainy season in Nov. Migratory birds may be present Sep–Apr. Popular events are the East African Arts Festival (Mar), with displays of art and architecture; the Kenya Open Golf Championship (Apr); and the Rhino Charge 4x4 vehicle race (May/Jun).
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Cairo to Nairobi.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Cairo to Nairobi really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Cairo to Nairobi.

In terms of nonstop flights, EgyptAir is the most popular. EgyptAir offers 7 nonstop flights per week. EgyptAir flies from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) .

In terms of flights, Saudia is the most popular. Saudia offers 30 connecting flights per week. Saudia flies from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) .

Other popular airlines flying from Cairo to Nairobi are:
  • Qatar Airways offers 28 connecting flights per week. Qatar Airways flies from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) .
  • Emirates offers 21 connecting flights per week. Emirates flies from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) .
  • Ethiopian offers 16 connecting flights per week. Ethiopian flies from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) .
  • Etihad offers 14 connecting flights per week. Etihad flies from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Cairo and Nairobi.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Cairo to Nairobi recently found on Google Flights was with Qatar Airways from $602. The cheapest one-way flight was with Etihad from $288.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Saudia flight from Cairo to Nairobi is $713, flying from Jun 18 to Jun 25.
  • The cheapest Qatar Airways flight from Cairo to Nairobi is $602, flying from May 4 to May 10.
  • The cheapest Emirates flight from Cairo to Nairobi is $949, flying from May 23 to May 30.
  • The cheapest Ethiopian flight from Cairo to Nairobi is $649, flying from May 11 to May 18.
  • The cheapest Etihad flight from Cairo to Nairobi is $628, flying from May 4 to May 11.
EgyptAir flies direct from Cairo to Nairobi.
  • There are 7 EgyptAir direct flights from Cairo to Nairobi per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Cairo and Nairobi at price $597 is offered by Etihad from Sat, May 9 to Mon, May 11.
EgyptAir flies direct from Cairo to Nairobi.
  • There are 7 EgyptAir direct flights from Cairo to Nairobi per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
There are direct flights from Cairo to Nairobi on a daily basis.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Cairo to Nairobi, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Cairo and Nairobi start at $1,585 from Thu, Jun 11 to Wed, Jun 17 with Saudia.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Cairo and Nairobi start at $602 from Mon, May 4 to Sun, May 10.
To book business class trips from Cairo to Nairobi, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Cairo and Nairobi starts at $597 from Sat, May 9 to Mon, May 11 with Etihad.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Cairo and Nairobi at price $597 is offered by Etihad from Sat, May 9 to Mon, May 11.
To find last-minute flight deals from Cairo to Nairobi, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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