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June 21 - June 25

Cheapest

Earliest

NBO - Kisumu

$153

$77

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June 21 - June 25

Earliest

WIL - Kisumu

$125

$92

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June 23 - June 25

WIL - Kisumu

$123

$98

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June 24 - June 25

NBO - Kisumu

$145

$98

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June 21 - June 30

Earliest

NBO - Kisumu

$133

$98

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June 21 - June 24

Best

Earliest

NBO - Kisumu

$154

$98

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June 21 - June 26

Earliest

NBO - Kisumu

$145

$98

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June 21 - June 23

Best

Earliest

NBO - Kisumu

$154

$98

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June 21 - June 28

Earliest

NBO - Kisumu

$138

$98

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June 24 - June 25

WIL - Kisumu

$120

$98

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Nairobi to Kisumu

Flights from Nairobi to Kisumu cover a distance of 280 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This means you can expect a relatively quick journey between the two cities. Right now, fares for cheap flights from Nairobi to Kisumu are typically $112–$221, with a median of $143. Current fares are above the typical level, and only 8% of recent fares were classified as a good price.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Kisumu? Historically, the most affordable months to fly are September and April, both with a median fare of $65. October also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $67.

For this route, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with direct flights from Nairobi to Kisumu making up 90.1% of recent fares. This indicates a high likelihood of finding a non-stop option for your trip.

How long is the flight from Nairobi to Kisumu? A typical journey, including any connections, takes approximately 1h 50m. Given the high percentage of direct flights, this duration largely reflects the non-stop flight time.

How much is a round trip from Nairobi to Kisumu

Regular price: $124 - $222

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from Nairobi to Kisumu.

The regular price range for flights from Nairobi to Kisumu is between $124 and $222. The current lowest deal is $77 with Fly Air, for travel from June 21 to June 25.

now $77

Low $124

High $222

The cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Kisumu

The cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Kisumu is April, with a median price of $65. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $160. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

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Flights from $65

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Flights from $160

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Direct flights from Nairobi to Kisumu

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Last-minute flights going from Nairobi to Kisumu

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Kisumu

Nairobi (NBO) - Kisumu (KIS)

Air Jamaica

$138

$121

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

WIL - Kisumu

Nairobi (WIL) - Kisumu (KIS)

Fly Air

$111

$123

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

WIL - Kisumu

Nairobi (WIL) - Kisumu (KIS)

Fly Air

$126

$123

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Kisumu

Nairobi (NBO) - Kisumu (KIS)

Air Jamaica

$138

$130

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Kisumu

Nairobi (NBO) - Kisumu (KIS)

Fly Air

$138

$105

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Kisumu

Nairobi (NBO) - Kisumu (KIS)

Fly Air

$145

$125

One-way

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

4 nights

Jun 21 - Jun 25

$153 → $77

50%

5 nights

Dec 15 - Dec 20

$195 → $134

31%

9 nights

Dec 11 - Dec 20

$193 → $134

30%

7 nights

Dec 13 - Dec 20

$192 → $134

30%

Popular Airports to fly from Nairobi to Kisumu

Nairobi - Kisumu route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares for Nairobi to Kisumu are above the typical level, with a median price of $143.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in April or September for the best prices.

Historically, April and September offer the lowest median prices at $65 for Nairobi to Kisumu.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 50m.

The median flight duration for direct flights from Nairobi to Kisumu is 1 hour and 50 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are dominant on this route.

90.1% of deals for Nairobi to Kisumu are direct, indicating frequent availability.

🏆 Airline highlight

Fly Air offers direct flights.

Fly Air is one airline that provides direct flights from Nairobi to Kisumu.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route.

Deals for flights from Nairobi to Kisumu appear frequently, averaging over one per day.

Nairobi main airports to depart from

Jomo Kenyatta International (NBO)

Cheapest

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is a primary option for flights from Nairobi to Kisumu, with competitive pricing.

📍 ~15 km from Nairobi city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$77

Wilson (WIL)

Wilson Airport offers another departure choice for flights from Nairobi to Kisumu.

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

💸 Flights from ~$111

Kisumu main airports to arrive at

Kisumu International (KIS)

Cheapest

Kisumu International Airport is ideal for direct access to Kisumu and surrounding areas.

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

💸 Flights from ~$77

Airports nearby Kisumu used as alternative

Eldoret International (EDL)

Cheapest

Eldoret International (EDL) is a practical alternative for Kisumu due to its proximity and infrastructure.

📍 ~135 km from Kisumu (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$101

Kitale (KTL)

Kitale (KTL) is a secondary regional option, viable for travelers heading north of Kisumu.

📍 ~110 km from Kisumu (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$138

Mara Serena (MRE)

Mara Serena (MRE) is a geographically accessible option from the southern Nyanza region, primarily for safari tourism.

📍 ~150 km from Kisumu (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$315

Mara North Airport (HKR)

Mara North Airport (HKR) offers an alternative access point in the northern Maasai Mara region.

📍 ~140 km from Kisumu (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$318

Olkiombo Airstrip (OLX)

Olkiombo Airstrip (OLX) is an additional airstrip option within the Mara ecosystem, requiring specific safari-link bookings.

📍 ~150 km from Kisumu (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$316

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kisumu

Historically, the best time to book flights from Nairobi to Kisumu is 60+ days before departure, where the average price was $67. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically saw an average price of $195. Prices generally increase as the departure date approaches, with flights booked 7-13 days out averaging $184. For the trailing 90 days, planning significantly in advance offered the most favorable prices.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Nairobi to Kisumu was considered to be $112 or less. The median price for this route was $143. Travelers historically paid up to $221 for flights on the higher end of the price spectrum. These figures are based on pricing trends observed over a 90-day period.

Historically, September and April have been the cheapest months to fly from Nairobi to Kisumu, with a median price of $65 for both. October also offered competitive prices, with a median of $67. The annual median price for this route was $143, indicating that these months typically provide significant savings compared to the overall average across a 270-day window.

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Insights for flights from Nairobi to Kisumu

How much is a round trip from Nairobi to Kisumu

The cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Kisumu

Direct flights from Nairobi to Kisumu

Last-minute flights going from Nairobi to Kisumu

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

Popular Airports to fly from Nairobi to Kisumu

Nairobi - Kisumu route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Fly in April or September for the best prices.

Direct flights take 1h 50m.

Direct flights are dominant on this route.

Fly Air offers direct flights.

Deals are frequent for this route.

Nairobi main airports to depart from

Kisumu main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Kisumu used as alternative

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kisumu

When is the best time to book flights from Nairobi to Kisumu?

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