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Today’s best flight deals from Bulawayo to Nairobi

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Bulawayo to Nairobi

July 23 - August 14

Cheapest
Best

BUQ - Nairobi

$608

$771

Round trip

July 12 - July 24

BUQ - Nairobi

$623

$863

Round trip

July 2 - July 10

Earliest

BUQ - Nairobi

$649

$871

Round trip

July 2 - July 31

Earliest

BUQ - Nairobi

$610

$875

Round trip

September 1 - September 18

BUQ - Nairobi

$607

$888

Round trip

August 16 - August 22

BUQ - Nairobi

$693

$888

Round trip

August 15 - August 22

BUQ - Nairobi

$694

$888

Round trip

July 5 - July 31

BUQ - Nairobi

$612

$890

Round trip

August 15 - August 28

BUQ - Nairobi

$668

$929

Round trip

September 25 - October 19

BUQ - Nairobi

$618

$955

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Bulawayo to Nairobi

For those seeking cheap flights from Bulawayo to Nairobi, February and October stand out as the most economical months, both with a median fare of $526. September also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $536. These months present the best opportunities for finding lower prices on this route.
Fares for flights from Bulawayo to Nairobi typically range from $537–$808, with a median price of $648. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. However, 0% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptional deals can be challenging.
When flying from Bulawayo to Nairobi, most itineraries connect at least once, with 0% of recent fares being non-stop. The typical number of connections for these itineraries is 2. This means you should expect to make at least two stops on your journey.
A typical journey from Bulawayo to Nairobi takes about 12h 45m, including connections. This duration reflects the fact that most itineraries on this route involve at least one stopover, often two, significantly extending the total travel time compared to a direct flight.
The distance between Bulawayo and Nairobi is approximately 2,267 kilometers. This classifies the route as a medium-haul flight, meaning it is too long for a short hop but not a full intercontinental journey.

How much is a round trip from Bulawayo to Nairobi

Regular price: $525 - $1,582

Prices for flights from Bulawayo to Nairobi are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between 525 USD and 1582 USD. The current lowest deal is 771 USD with Ethiopian Airlines, for travel from July 23 to August 14.

now $771

Low $525

High $1,582

The cheapest time to fly from Bulawayo to Nairobi

The cheapest month to fly from BUQ to NBO is February, with a median price of $526. The most expensive month is April, with a median price of $729. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $526

April

Most Expensive

Flights from $729

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Direct flights from Bulawayo to Nairobi

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Last-minute flights going from Bulawayo to Nairobi

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

BUQ - Nairobi

Regional Air LinesRegional Air Lines

Bulawayo (BUQ) - Nairobi (NBO)

Regional Air Lines, Kenya Airways

$613

$2,056

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

BUQ - Nairobi

Regional Air LinesRegional Air Lines

Bulawayo (BUQ) - Nairobi (NBO)

Regional Air Lines, Kenya Airways

$635

$2,627

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

BUQ - Nairobi

Regional Air LinesRegional Air Lines

Bulawayo (BUQ) - Nairobi (NBO)

Regional Air Lines, Kenya Airways

$664

$2,501

One-way

Tue, Jun 23

⌛ Last-Minute

BUQ - Nairobi

Bulawayo (BUQ) - Nairobi (NBO)

$614

$1,188

One-way

Tue, Jun 23

⌛ Last-Minute

BUQ - Nairobi

Regional Air LinesRegional Air Lines

Bulawayo (BUQ) - Nairobi (NBO)

Regional Air Lines, Kenya Airways

$655

$1,481

One-way

Wed, Jun 24

⌛ Last-Minute

BUQ - Nairobi

Regional Air LinesRegional Air Lines

Bulawayo (BUQ) - Nairobi (NBO)

Regional Air Lines, Kenya Airways

$649

$1,410

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Bulawayo to Nairobi

22 nights

Jul 23 - Aug 14

$608  →  $771

27%

7 nights

Aug 15 - Aug 22

$694  →  $888

28%

6 nights

Aug 16 - Aug 22

$693  →  $888

28%

14 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 17

$964  →  $1,161

20%

Popular Airports to fly from Bulawayo to Nairobi

Bulawayo - Nairobi route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares for Bulawayo to Nairobi are near the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in February or October for the best prices

Historically, February and October offer the lowest median prices at $526.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 12h 45m on average

Flights from Bulawayo to Nairobi typically involve 2 stopovers, with a median duration of 12h 45m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are frequent

This route historically has frequent deals, with an average of 0.63 deals per day.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ethiopian Airlines offers a recent deal for $771

A recent deal with Ethiopian Airlines from July 23 to August 14 was found for $771.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider booking during cheaper months

February, October, and September are historically the cheapest months to fly this route.

Bulawayo main airports to depart from

Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International (BUQ)

Cheapest

Fly from Bulawayo to Nairobi, offering a convenient departure point for your journey.

📍 ~20 km from city center

💸 Flights from ~$771

Nairobi main airports to arrive at

Jomo Kenyatta International (NBO)

Cheapest

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is a key arrival point for flights from Bulawayo to Nairobi.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$771

Wilson (WIL)

Wilson Airport is an alternative arrival option for flights from Bulawayo to Nairobi.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1372

Airports nearby Nairobi used as alternative

Kilimanjaro International (JRO)

Cheapest

Kilimanjaro International offers a robust international alternative, though it requires crossing an international border into Tanzania.

📍 ~280 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$893

Arusha (ARK)

Arusha Airport is a regional hub for northern Tanzania, useful for connections despite requiring cross-border travel.

📍 ~300 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$979

Nanyuki (NYK)

Nanyuki Airport is located within Kenya, avoiding international border complexities, but has very limited flight options.

📍 ~140 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$2025

Amboseli (ASV)

Amboseli Airport is useful for specific regional transit within southern Kenya, primarily serving safari tourism.

📍 ~200 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$2075

Mara Serena (MRE)

Mara Serena is an active airstrip in the Maasai Mara, but not practical for standard commercial travel.

📍 ~200 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1923

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Aug 15

Nairobi, Kenya

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$5,490

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$5,487

$3,307

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$4,236

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$5,390

$4,923

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$5,360

$4,926

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$5,417

$4,933

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Jul 31

Nairobi, Kenya

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$3,893

$3,768

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Nairobi, Kenya

69% AI deal score

$4,354

$4,234

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Nairobi, Kenya

48% AI deal score

$4,234

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Nairobi, Kenya

47% AI deal score

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Nairobi, Kenya

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$4,488

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Nairobi, Kenya

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$4,489

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Nairobi, Kenya

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Nairobi, Kenya

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$4,697

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Nairobi, Kenya

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$4,584

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$4,917

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46% AI deal score

$4,924

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Nairobi, Kenya

46% AI deal score

$4,926

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$4,928

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45% AI deal score

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Nairobi, Kenya

45% AI deal score

$5,038

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$4,929

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$7,212

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Jun 23

Nairobi, Kenya

43% AI deal score

$9,230

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nairobi

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and online travel agencies can also help you discover better deals. Setting up price alerts may notify you when fares drop for your desired route.

Booking flights in advance often provides more competitive prices, especially for popular routes. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, so monitoring prices regularly is a good strategy. The ideal booking window can vary, but generally, several weeks to a few months out is a good starting point.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes reveal alternative flight options or potentially lower fares. While it may add to your ground travel time, the savings on airfare could be significant. Always factor in the cost and convenience of transportation to and from alternative airports.