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Cheapest return flight
₹ 53,035
Typical prices: ₹ 43,659-₹ 64,803
Oman Air
Tue 11/12Thu 27/12
MAA - NBO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
₹ 26,660
Typical prices: ₹ 20,924-₹ 30,684
Etihad Airways
Fri 14/12
MAA - NBO • 1 stop
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Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Chennai and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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March
Cheapest • 26% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Cheapest • Avg ₹ 40,835 (return)
Sharjah (SHJ)
Shortest trip • 11h 15m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chennai to Nairobi (MAA-NBO)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Chennai to Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri, 11 Dec - Sun, 27 Dec
Oman Air Logo
07:10 - 22:45MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
18h 05m1 stop Muscat Seeb
Oman Air Logo
15:10 - 06:25NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
12h 45m1 stop Muscat Seeb
₹ 53,035Oman Air
Thu, 19 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov
Etihad Airways Logo
03:55 - 18:20MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
16h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
07:15 - 08:05NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
22h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
₹ 56,082Etihad Airways
Thu, 19 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
03:55 - 18:20MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
16h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:40 - 20:40NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
26h 30m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
₹ 56,177Multiple Airlines
Tue, 24 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
Etihad Airways Logo
03:55 - 18:20MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
16h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
07:15 - 08:05NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
22h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
₹ 56,368Etihad Airways
Mon, 18 Jan - Sun, 24 Jan
Gulf Air Logo
05:35 - 14:40MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
11h 35m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
Gulf Air Logo
08:20 - 04:45NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
17h 55m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
₹ 57,606Gulf Air
Thu, 11 Feb - Mon, 15 Feb
Gulf Air Logo
05:35 - 07:20MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
28h 15m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
Gulf Air Logo
15:40 - 04:45NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
10h 35m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
₹ 60,272Gulf Air
Thu, 11 Feb - Mon, 15 Feb
Gulf Air Logo
05:35 - 07:20MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
28h 15m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
Gulf Air Logo
15:40 - 04:45NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
10h 35m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
₹ 60,367Gulf Air
Sat, 21 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
Etihad Airways Logo
09:55 - 18:20MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
10h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
13:35 - 02:35NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
10h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
₹ 61,224Etihad Airways
Thu, 11 Feb - Mon, 15 Feb
Gulf Air Logo
05:35 - 07:20MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
28h 15m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
Gulf Air Logo
15:40 - 04:45NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
10h 35m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
₹ 61,985Gulf Air
Mon, 23 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
Etihad Airways Logo
03:55 - 06:20MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
28h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
13:35 - 08:05NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
16h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
₹ 62,557Etihad Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Chennai to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flights

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

Return flights from Chennai to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport typically range from ₹ 43,659 to ₹ 64,803. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ₹ 53,035 on Oman Air.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chennai to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. It's 17% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 17% higher.

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

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport at ₹ 41,800 return.
•July (₹ 69,412) and October (₹ 62,462) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 66% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Chennai to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

₹ 26,660
Beat the crowds with an average 50% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 48% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Chennai to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport

When to book flights from Chennai to Jomo Kenyatta Intl

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

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

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

    A direct flight from Chennai to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport takes 00m, covering 8,086 km.

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

    Return flights from Chennai to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport range from ₹ 43,659 to ₹ 64,803, with an average of ₹ 56,232 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 43,659 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Chennai to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport 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 ₹ 53,035 to ₹ 251,084. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Chennai to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 35,554, which is 41% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (NBO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around ₹ 6,779 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Autounion Car Rental
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz
    • Right Cars
    • Europcar

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

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

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

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

    • Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM) – 27% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 23% of one-stop connections
    • Sharjah (SHJ) – 14% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from Chennai to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 46,941 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at ₹ 65,985, a difference of ₹ 19,043.

    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 Chennai to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    Flying via Sharjah (SHJ) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 11h 15m, compared to 11h 20m via Dubai Intl (DXB) and 12h 44m via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH).

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

    Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport is 2 hours behind Chennai (Eastern Africa Time vs India Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Chennai to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average ₹ 46,941, which is about ₹ 19,043 less than Saturday fares (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chennai to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport trip for March. Fares historically average ₹ 41,800 return in that month – typically ₹ 27,613 less than the most expensive month, which is July (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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