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Cheapest return flight
₹ 58,077
Typical prices: ₹ 41,199-₹ 62,914
Ethiopian Air
Mon 19/11Mon 3/12
NBO - MAA • 1 stop
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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 • 30% price drop
May
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Top stopover airports
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH)
Cheapest • Avg ₹ 43,926 (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

Thu, 19 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
Ethiopian Air Logo
17:25 - 01:10NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
29h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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10:10 - 13:10MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
29h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
₹ 58,077Ethiopian Air
Sat, 5 Dec - Sun, 27 Dec
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16:45 - 15:10NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
19h 55m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
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07:00 - 06:25MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
25h 55m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
₹ 68,136Multiple Airlines
Sat, 5 Dec - Sun, 27 Dec
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23:55 - 03:00NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
24h 35m1 stop Sharjah
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23:15 - 14:10MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
17h 25m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Muscat Seeb
₹ 68,800Multiple Airlines
Sat, 5 Dec - Sun, 27 Dec
Oman Air Logo
08:45 - 06:25NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
19h 10m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Muscat Seeb
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07:10 - 00:05MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
43h 25m2 stops Muscat Seeb Doha Hamad Intl
₹ 91,860Oman Air
Mon, 2 Nov - Fri, 6 Nov
Emirates Logo
07:15 - 20:10NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
10h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
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09:50 - 19:35MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
12h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
₹ 103,437Emirates
Thu, 19 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
Ethiopian Air Logo
17:25 - 15:10NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
19h 15m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
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10:10 - 13:10MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
29h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
₹ 108,372Ethiopian Air
Sat, 5 Dec - Sat, 26 Dec
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08:15 - 02:15NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
39h 30m2 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Doha Hamad Intl
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03:15 - 13:45MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
13h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
₹ 109,226Qatar Airways
Mon, 2 Nov - Fri, 6 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
17:25 - 08:10NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
12h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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21:05 - 13:10MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
18h 35m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Addis Ababa Bole
₹ 127,351Ethiopian Air
Sat, 5 Dec - Sat, 26 Dec
Qatar Airways Logo
07:30 - 02:15NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
40h 15m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Doha Hamad Intl
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04:05 - 06:10MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
52h 35m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Accra Kotoka
₹ 136,556Qatar Airways
Mon, 2 Nov - Fri, 6 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
17:25 - 15:10NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
19h 15m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
Ethiopian Air Logo
21:05 - 13:10MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
18h 35m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Addis Ababa Bole
₹ 161,039Ethiopian 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 ₹ 41,199 to ₹ 62,914. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ₹ 58,077 on Ethiopian Air.

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

₹ 58,077
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.
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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 ₹ 41,199 to ₹ 62,914, with an average of ₹ 52,855 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 41,199 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 ₹ 58,077 to ₹ 162,558. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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 ₹ 41,849 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at ₹ 62,252, a difference of ₹ 20,403.

    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 ₹ 41,849, about ₹ 20,403 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 ₹ 36,915 return in that month – typically ₹ 29,228 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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