Cheap Flights from Dubai to Nairobi

Cheapest flights from Dubai to Nairobi

Flaut.Travel was designed and developed by a team dedicated to making the process of searching, comparing and booking airline tickets as easy and convenient as possible. Our service helps travelers to find and buy the cheapest flights from Dubai to Nairobi. We have connected more than 40 airlines and airline ticketing agencies to help you find the most suitable and affordable flight option.

Cheapest one way flight

$164

SalamAir

1 layover

20h 10m

02/08/2026

The cheapest one-way flight from Dubai to Nairobi departs on 02/08/2026, is operated by SalamAir and costs $164

Cheapest round trip flight

$215

Air Arabia

Direct flight

10h 20m

02/17/2026

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Dubai to Nairobi departs on 02/17/2026, is operated by Air Arabia and costs $215

The fastest flight

5h 5m

Fastest flight from Dubai to Nairobi takes 5h 5m

Direct flights

Several times a week

There are direct flights on this route 5 days a week: Mo, We, Th, Fr, and Sa

Earliest flight

6:55 AM

Latest flight

2:20 AM

Average flight duration

5h 57m

Direct flights count

50

Distance

3560km

Timezone difference

1h

The distance between Dubai and Nairobi is 3560km (2207 miles). The average flight duration is 5h 57m. There are 50 direct flights from Dubai to Nairobi. The time difference between Dubai and Nairobi is 1h. Flights from Dubai begin at 6:55 AM. The latest flight from Dubai departs at 2:20 AM

Remember that on average the ideal time to book flights is 2 months before departure!

Airfare from Dubai to Nairobi by month

The minimum one-way ticket price from Dubai to Nairobi is $186 (March 2026), while the maximum is $299 (December 2026). On average, a ticket costs $236–$478.

March 2026

Lowest price

on average:

$186

December 2026

Highest price

on average:

$299

Avg Price

Airlines operating on route

The Dubai — Nairobi route is served by a wide range of airlines: 9 in total, including Air Arabia, SalamAir, Gulf Air, Nas Air, Etihad Airways, Flydubai, RwandAir, Ethiopian Airlines, and Kenya Airways. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $164. Our service helps compare all available offers within seconds and choose the most convenient option. You can filter flights by price, departure time, or baggage rules to make your trip as comfortable as possible. With so many airlines, there’s always a chance to catch special promotions and save.

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starting at $164

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Non-stop flights from Dubai to Nairobi

A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Dubai to Nairobi, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.

Sharjah — Nairobi

SHJ — NBO

02/13/2026

Departure

Direct flight

G9734

starting at $180

Sharjah — Nairobi

SHJ — NBO

02/05/2026

Departure

Direct flight

G9734

starting at $189

Sharjah — Nairobi

SHJ — NBO

04/13/2026

Departure

Direct flight

G9734

starting at $190

Sharjah — Nairobi

SHJ — NBO

02/25/2026

Departure

Direct flight

G9734

starting at $191

Sharjah — Nairobi

SHJ — NBO

04/29/2026

Departure

Direct flight

G9734

starting at $193

Sharjah — Nairobi

SHJ — NBO

03/04/2026

Departure

Direct flight

G9734

starting at $193

Sharjah — Nairobi

SHJ — NBO

04/27/2026

Departure

Direct flight

G9734

starting at $193

Sharjah — Nairobi

SHJ — NBO

02/07/2026

Departure

Direct flight

G9734

starting at $193

Sharjah — Nairobi

SHJ — NBO

02/09/2026

Departure

Direct flight

G9734

starting at $194

Sharjah — Nairobi

SHJ — NBO

02/14/2026

Departure

Direct flight

G9734

starting at $195

Schedule of direct flights from Dubai to Nairobi

A direct flight is the easiest way to get to your destination. The following airlines operate non-stop flights from Dubai to Nairobi:

Kenya Airways

Every day

starting at $223

Emirates

Every day

starting at $365

Flydubai

Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, and Fr

starting at $230

Dubai airports overview

Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport

•

DWC

41km

Dubai Airport

•

DXB

5km

•

Nairobi airports overview

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

•

NBO

13km

Wilson Airport

•

WIL

4km

•

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Answers to questions about the route that travelers are most interested in.

What is the cheapest price for flights from Dubai to Nairobi?

The cheapest flight ticket from Dubai to Nairobi according to data for the last 48 hours costs $164

When is the best time to buy air tickets on the route Dubai — Nairobi?

Often the best time to buy tickets from Dubai to Nairobi is 2 months before departure.

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Dubai to Nairobi?

Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Dubai to Nairobi can be found flying in these months: March, February, January.

How long does it take to fly from Dubai to Nairobi?

The fastest flights from Dubai to Nairobi start from 5 hours 5 minutes in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from Dubai to Nairobi?

The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Dubai — Nairobi: Air Arabia

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Dubai to Nairobi

We keep tight track on airlines' pre-holidays sales and other special offers occurences all the time to let you save maximum amount of funds while traveling to your family or just going out on vacation.

Dubai — Nairobi

March 2

Gulf Air

$186

Alternative routes

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Cheapest one way flight

$164

SalamAir

1 layover

20h 10m

02/08/2026

The cheapest one-way flight from Dubai to Nairobi departs on 02/08/2026, is operated by SalamAir and costs $164

Cheapest round trip flight

$215

Air Arabia

Direct flight

10h 20m

02/17/2026

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Dubai to Nairobi departs on 02/17/2026, is operated by Air Arabia and costs $215

The fastest flight

5h 5m

Fastest flight from Dubai to Nairobi takes 5h 5m

Direct flights

Several times a week

There are direct flights on this route 5 days a week: Mo, We, Th, Fr, and Sa

Earliest flight

6:55 AM

Latest flight

2:20 AM

Average flight duration

5h 57m

Direct flights count

50

Distance

3560km

Timezone difference

1h

Sharjah — Nairobi

SHJ — NBO

02/13/2026

Departure

Direct flight

G9734

starting at $180

Sharjah — Nairobi

SHJ — NBO

02/05/2026

Departure

Direct flight

G9734

starting at $189

Sharjah — Nairobi

SHJ — NBO

04/13/2026

Departure

Direct flight

G9734

starting at $190

Sharjah — Nairobi

SHJ — NBO

02/25/2026

Departure

Direct flight

G9734

starting at $191

Sharjah — Nairobi

SHJ — NBO

04/29/2026

Departure

Direct flight

G9734

starting at $193

Sharjah — Nairobi

SHJ — NBO

03/04/2026

Departure

Direct flight

G9734

starting at $193

Sharjah — Nairobi

SHJ — NBO

04/27/2026

Departure

Direct flight

G9734

starting at $193

Sharjah — Nairobi

SHJ — NBO

02/07/2026

Departure

Direct flight

G9734

starting at $193

Sharjah — Nairobi

SHJ — NBO

02/09/2026

Departure

Direct flight

G9734

starting at $194

Sharjah — Nairobi

SHJ — NBO

02/14/2026

Departure

Direct flight

G9734

starting at $195

What is the cheapest price for flights from Dubai to Nairobi?

The cheapest flight ticket from Dubai to Nairobi according to data for the last 48 hours costs $164

When is the best time to buy air tickets on the route Dubai — Nairobi?

Often the best time to buy tickets from Dubai to Nairobi is 2 months before departure.

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Dubai to Nairobi?

Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Dubai to Nairobi can be found flying in these months: March, February, January.

How long does it take to fly from Dubai to Nairobi?

The fastest flights from Dubai to Nairobi start from 5 hours 5 minutes in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from Dubai to Nairobi?

The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Dubai — Nairobi: Air Arabia

Cheap Flights from Dubai to Nairobi — $164

Cheapest flights from Dubai to Nairobi

Cheapest one way flight

$164

SalamAir

1 layover

20h 10m

02/08/2026

Cheapest round trip flight

$215

Air Arabia

Direct flight

10h 20m

02/17/2026

The fastest flight

5h 5m

Direct flights

Several times a week

Earliest flight

6:55 AM

Latest flight

2:20 AM

Average flight duration

5h 57m

Direct flights count

50

Distance

3560km

Timezone difference

1h

Airfare from Dubai to Nairobi by month

March 2026

on average:

$186

December 2026

on average:

$299

Airlines operating on route

Non-stop flights from Dubai to Nairobi

Schedule of direct flights from Dubai to Nairobi

Dubai airports overview

Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport

Dubai Airport

Nairobi airports overview

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

Wilson Airport

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Dubai to Nairobi

Alternative routes

Cheapest one way flight

$164

SalamAir

1 layover

20h 10m

02/08/2026

Cheapest round trip flight

$215

Air Arabia

Direct flight

10h 20m

02/17/2026

The fastest flight

5h 5m

Direct flights

Several times a week

Earliest flight

6:55 AM

Latest flight

2:20 AM

Average flight duration

5h 57m

Direct flights count

50

Distance

3560km

Timezone difference

1h

Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport

Dubai Airport

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport