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Cheapest return flight
₹ 47,701
Typical prices: ₹ 41,289-₹ 63,503
Air Arabia
Fri 9/11Thu 15/11
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 • 22% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH)
Cheapest • Avg ₹ 44,035 (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

Mon, 9 Nov - Sun, 15 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
₹ 47,701Air Arabia
Wed, 14 Oct - Fri, 20 Nov
Gulf Air Logo
15:15 - 05:20NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
11h 35m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
Gulf Air Logo
05:35 - 14:40MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
11h 35m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
₹ 48,372Gulf Air
Wed, 21 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:15 - 05:20NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
11h 35m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:50 - 06:20MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
11h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
₹ 48,468Multiple Airlines
Sun, 8 Nov - Sat, 14 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
₹ 49,713Air Arabia
Wed, 21 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct
Air Arabia Logo
23:15 - 03:25NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
25h 40m1 stop Sharjah
Air Arabia Logo
04:05 - 13:20MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
11h 45m1 stop Sharjah
₹ 50,383Air Arabia
Mon, 12 Oct - Fri, 20 Nov
Gulf Air Logo
15:15 - 05:20NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
11h 35m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
Gulf Air Logo
05:35 - 14:40MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
11h 35m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
₹ 50,575Gulf Air
Sat, 17 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
Air Arabia Logo
22:45 - 03:25NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
26h 10m1 stop Sharjah
Air Arabia Logo
04:05 - 13:05MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
11h 30m1 stop Sharjah
₹ 50,671Air Arabia
Wed, 6 Jan - Mon, 8 Feb
Air Arabia Logo
23:50 - 03:00NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
24h 40m1 stop Sharjah
Air Arabia Logo
03:40 - 13:20MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
12h 10m1 stop Sharjah
₹ 51,150Air Arabia
Wed, 14 Oct - Thu, 19 Nov
Gulf Air Logo
15:15 - 05:20NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
11h 35m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
Gulf Air Logo
05:35 - 07:20MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
28h 15m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
₹ 52,491Gulf Air
Mon, 12 Oct - Mon, 23 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:15 - 05:20NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MAA Chennai
11h 35m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:55 - 18:20MAA  Chennai-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
10h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
₹ 53,065Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chennai flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chennai with more confidence.

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

Return flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Chennai start at ₹ 47,701. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from ₹ 41,289 to ₹ 63,503. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ₹ 47,701 on Air Arabia.

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 ₹ 37,261 return.
•August (₹ 66,763) and June (₹ 63,793) 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

₹ 47,701
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 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.

  • 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.

  • 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 ₹ 41,289 to ₹ 63,503, with an average of ₹ 47,697 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 41,289 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 ₹ 47,701 to ₹ 156,728. 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) – 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 ₹ 41,284 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at ₹ 62,931, a difference of ₹ 21,648. 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 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.

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 ₹ 41,284 – about ₹ 21,648 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 ₹ 37,261 return in that month – typically ₹ 29,502 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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