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Cheapest return flight
₹ 48,787
Typical prices: ₹ 41,155-₹ 63,296
Gulf Air, Etihad Airways
Tue 25/9Mon 1/10
NBO - MAA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
₹ 27,687
Typical prices: ₹ 26,348-₹ 37,235
IndiGo
Wed 24/10
NBO - MAA • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport and Chennai. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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March
Cheapest • 22% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH)
Cheapest • Avg ₹ 43,891 (return)
Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH)
Shortest trip • 11h 12m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Nairobi to Chennai (NBO-MAA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Chennai

Fri, 25 Sep - Thu, 1 Oct
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15:15 - 20:50NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
27h 05m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
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04:05 - 18:05MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
16h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
₹ 48,787Multiple Airlines
Sat, 10 Oct - Sat, 16 Jan
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13:50 - 03:25NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
11h 05m1 stop Sharjah
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03:40 - 13:20MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
12h 10m1 stop Sharjah
₹ 49,742Air Arabia
Fri, 25 Sep - Thu, 1 Oct
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15:15 - 20:50NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
27h 05m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
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17:45 - 07:05MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
15h 50m2 stops Bengaluru Intl Manama Bahrain Intl
₹ 51,556Multiple Airlines
Fri, 11 Dec - Sat, 19 Dec
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07:15 - 08:05NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
22h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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21:50 - 18:20MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
23h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
₹ 54,324Etihad Airways
Sat, 10 Oct - Sun, 17 Jan
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06:40 - 13:45NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
28h 35m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
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16:00 - 06:20MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
16h 50m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
₹ 59,575Multiple Airlines
Wed, 7 Oct - Wed, 7 Oct
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06:40 - 19:35NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
10h 25m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
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21:55 - 06:10MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
10h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
₹ 60,721Multiple Airlines
Sat, 10 Oct - Sun, 17 Jan
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06:40 - 21:30NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
12h 20m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
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15:45 - 06:20MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
17h 05m3 stops Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
₹ 65,781Multiple Airlines
Fri, 11 Dec - Fri, 18 Dec
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07:15 - 07:00NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
21h 15m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
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03:40 - 13:20MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
12h 10m1 stop Sharjah
₹ 69,505Multiple Airlines
Fri, 25 Sep - Thu, 1 Oct
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06:40 - 21:25NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
12h 15m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Bengaluru Intl
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19:05 - 05:40MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
13h 05m2 stops Bengaluru Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
₹ 69,887IndiGo
Wed, 7 Oct - Wed, 7 Oct
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06:40 - 19:35NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
10h 25m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
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22:00 - 10:30MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
15h 00m2 stops Bengaluru Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
₹ 71,128Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chennai flights

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chennai and is 14% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 31% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • March is the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chennai at ₹ 37,139 return.
  • August (₹ 66,545) and June (₹ 63,585) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 79% 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 Chennai flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

₹ 27,687
Best time to beat the crowds (10% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 9% lower on average.
Flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chennai

When to book flights from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Chennai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Chennai 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 Chennai flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    • Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM) – 50% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 33% of one-stop connections
    • Sharjah (SHJ) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) – 5% of one-stop connections

    Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 35% on the Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chennai route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 41,149 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at ₹ 62,726, a difference of ₹ 21,577. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    A direct flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chennai takes 0h 00m, covering 8,086 km.

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

    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.

  • Have flight prices from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chennai 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 ₹ 48,787 to ₹ 109,317. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chennai are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about ₹ 34,561.

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

    Flying via Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 11h 12m, compared to 11h 15m via Sharjah (SHJ) and 11h 31m via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH).

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

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

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

    Return flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chennai range from ₹ 41,155 to ₹ 63,296, with an average of ₹ 47,542 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 41,155 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chennai 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 instead of Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average ₹ 41,149 – about ₹ 21,577 less than Tuesday (34% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chennai trip for March. Fares historically average ₹ 37,139 return in that month – typically ₹ 29,406 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chennai Airport.
    - Radisson Blu Hotel And Suites GRT Chennai
    - Ridhan Regency
    - Hotel Mount Manor

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