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Cheapest return flight
₹ 49,278
Typical prices: ₹ 41,221-₹ 62,947
Air Arabia
Mon 19/2Sun 18/3
NBO - MAA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
₹ 28,674
Typical prices: ₹ 26,822-₹ 36,267
Gulf Air
Wed 31/1
NBO - MAA • 1 stop
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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 • 30% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH)
Cheapest • Avg ₹ 43,949 (return)
Sharjah (SHJ)
Shortest trip • 11h 16m (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, 19 Feb - Thu, 18 Mar
Air Arabia Logo
23:50 - 03:00NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
24h 40m1 stop Sharjah
Air Arabia Logo
03:40 - 23:00MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
21h 50m1 stop Sharjah
₹ 49,278Air Arabia
Thu, 19 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
17:25 - 01:10NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
29h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:05 - 13:10MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
29h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
₹ 53,266Ethiopian Air
Sat, 21 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov
Air Arabia Logo
23:55 - 03:00NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
24h 35m1 stop Sharjah
Air Arabia Logo
03:40 - 23:05MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
21h 55m1 stop Sharjah
₹ 54,215Air Arabia
Thu, 19 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
Air Arabia Logo
14:10 - 03:00NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
10h 20m1 stop Sharjah
Air Arabia Logo
03:40 - 23:05MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
21h 55m1 stop Sharjah
₹ 54,975Air Arabia
Thu, 19 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
Air Arabia Logo
14:10 - 03:00NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
10h 20m1 stop Sharjah
Air Arabia Logo
03:40 - 23:05MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
21h 55m1 stop Sharjah
₹ 56,019Air Arabia
Thu, 5 Nov - Sat, 7 Nov
Air Arabia Logo
14:10 - 03:00NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
10h 20m1 stop Sharjah
Air Arabia Logo
03:40 - 13:20MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
12h 10m1 stop Sharjah
₹ 56,684Air Arabia
Wed, 4 Nov - Sun, 8 Nov
Etihad Airways Logo
07:15 - 19:50NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
10h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
16:05 - 12:30MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
22h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
₹ 58,488Etihad Airways
Wed, 4 Nov - Fri, 6 Nov
Etihad Airways Logo
07:15 - 19:50NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
10h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
09:55 - 18:20MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
10h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
₹ 58,678Etihad Airways
Thu, 3 Dec - Thu, 7 Jan
Ethiopian Air Logo
17:25 - 01:10NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
29h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:05 - 13:10MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
29h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
₹ 60,482Ethiopian Air
Fri, 27 Nov - Wed, 6 Jan
Gulf Air Logo
15:40 - 20:40NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
26h 30m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
Gulf Air Logo
05:35 - 14:40MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
11h 35m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
₹ 60,766Gulf Air
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chennai flights

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

Return flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chennai typically range from ₹ 41,221 to ₹ 62,947. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ₹ 49,278 on Air Arabia.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chennai. It’s 21% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 17% higher.

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Key details for Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chennai flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

₹ 28,674
Beat the crowds with an average 60% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 66% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • 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 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.

  • 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 ₹ 41,221 to ₹ 62,947, with an average of ₹ 52,883 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 41,221 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 ₹ 49,278 to ₹ 262,310. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x 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 higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 88,259, which is 168% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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 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) – 48% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 34% of one-stop connections
    • Sharjah (SHJ) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) – 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 33% on flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chennai. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 41,872 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at ₹ 62,286, a difference of ₹ 20,414.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Sharjah (SHJ) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 11h 16m, compared to 11h 32m via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) and 12h 47m via Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM).

  • 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.

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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Sunday flights average ₹ 41,872, about ₹ 20,414 less than Tuesday fares (33% 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 ₹ 36,935 return in that month – typically ₹ 29,244 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
    • Hotel Southern Comfort
    • Ridhan Regency

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