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Today’s best flight deals from Nelspruit to Nairobi

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Nelspruit to Nairobi

July 19 - July 24

Cheapest
Best

MQP - Nairobi

$567

$558

Round trip

July 5 - July 31

MQP - Nairobi

$537

$595

Round trip

July 2 - July 6

Best

MQP - Nairobi

$596

$602

Round trip

July 5 - July 13

MQP - Nairobi

$566

$609

Round trip

July 19 - July 27

MQP - Nairobi

$554

$610

Round trip

June 24 - June 29

Earliest

MQP - Nairobi

$607

$661

Round trip

December 11 - December 18

MQP - Nairobi

$684

$695

Round trip

December 11 - December 14

MQP - Nairobi

$673

$696

Round trip

December 14 - December 17

MQP - Nairobi

$676

$696

Round trip

December 11 - December 17

MQP - Nairobi

$684

$696

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Nelspruit to Nairobi

For those seeking cheap flights from Nelspruit to Nairobi, February stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $333. Other cost-effective options include October and November, where median fares are $422 and $423 respectively. These months offer more budget-friendly opportunities compared to the overall typical pricing.
Fares for flights from Nelspruit to Nairobi typically range from $409–$620, with a median of $490. Right now, fares are below the typical level, and 18% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals show up several times a week, so setting up a price alert can help you track fares.
When flying from Nelspruit to Nairobi, most itineraries connect at least once, as direct flights from Nelspruit to Nairobi are not available. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2.
A typical journey from Nelspruit to Nairobi takes approximately 12h 55m, including connections. This duration accounts for the necessary stopovers on connecting itineraries, which are prevalent on this route.
The distance between Nelspruit and Nairobi is 2748 km, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance typically involves a longer travel time and often includes connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from Nelspruit to Nairobi

Regular price: $475 - $1,292

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

The regular price range for this route is between $475 and $1292. The current lowest deal is $549 with Safair for travel from Jul 12-Jul 24.

now $549

Low $475

High $1,292

The cheapest time to fly from Nelspruit to Nairobi

The cheapest month to fly from NLP to NBO is February, with a median price of 333 USD. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of 798 USD. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $333

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $798

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Direct flights from Nelspruit to Nairobi

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Last-minute flights going from Nelspruit to Nairobi

Wed, Jun 24

⌛ Last-Minute

MQP - Nairobi

AirlinkAirlink

Nelspruit (MQP) - Nairobi (NBO)

Airlink, Uganda Airlines

$607

$661

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MQP - Nairobi

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Nelspruit (MQP) - Nairobi (NBO)

Airlink, Air Tanzania

$591

$714

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

MQP - Nairobi

AirlinkAirlink

Nelspruit (MQP) - Nairobi (NBO)

Airlink, TAAG Angola Airlines

$596

$602

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

MQP - Nairobi

AirlinkAirlink

Nelspruit (MQP) - Nairobi (NBO)

Airlink, Air Tanzania

$571

$706

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

MQP - Nairobi

AirlinkAirlink

Nelspruit (MQP) - Nairobi (NBO)

Airlink, Air Tanzania

$534

$708

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

MQP - Nairobi

AirlinkAirlink

Nelspruit (MQP) - Nairobi (NBO)

Airlink, Air Tanzania

$534

$708

One-way

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

5 nights

Jul 19 - Jul 24

$567  →  $558

2%

4 nights

Jul 2 - Jul 6

$596  →  $602

1%

7 nights

Dec 11 - Dec 18

$684  →  $695

2%

6 nights

Dec 11 - Dec 17

$684  →  $696

2%

Popular Airports to fly from Nelspruit to Nairobi

Nelspruit - Nairobi route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for Nelspruit to Nairobi are below the typical level at $549.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest at $333

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Nelspruit to Nairobi, at $333.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 12h 55m

Connecting flights from Nelspruit to Nairobi typically average 12h 55m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

No direct flights available

There are no direct flights available for Nelspruit to Nairobi; all routes include stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Airlink offers connecting flights

Airlink offers connecting flights on this route, with 44 deals found historically.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are available regularly

Good prices for Nelspruit to Nairobi appear regularly, with 0.3 deals per day historically.

Nelspruit main airports to depart from

Kruger Mpumalanga International (MQP)

Cheapest

Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport is a good option for flights from Nelspruit to Nairobi.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$558

Nairobi main airports to arrive at

Jomo Kenyatta International (NBO)

Cheapest

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is ideal for reaching Nairobi and offers the cheapest flights from Nelspruit.

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

💸 Flights from ~$558

Wilson (WIL)

Wilson Airport is a convenient alternative for travelers arriving in Nairobi from Nelspruit.

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

💸 Flights from ~$1117

Airports nearby Nairobi used as alternative

Kilimanjaro International (JRO)

Cheapest

Kilimanjaro International offers robust international travel options, but requires crossing an international border into Tanzania.

📍 ~290 km from Nairobi (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$785

Arusha (ARK)

Arusha Airport serves as a regional hub for northern Tanzania, offering domestic and regional connections.

📍 ~300 km from Nairobi (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$917

Nanyuki (NYK)

Nanyuki Airport is located within Kenya, avoiding international border complexities, for domestic regional travel.

📍 ~135 km from Nairobi (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1724

Amboseli (ASV)

Amboseli Airport is an established airstrip with some scheduled domestic services, useful for regional transit within southern Kenya.

📍 ~200 km from Nairobi (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1774

Mara Serena (MRE)

Mara Serena Airport is an active airstrip in the Maasai Mara region, serviced by domestic bush carriers.

📍 ~200 km from Nairobi (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1656

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nairobi

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison websites can help you compare prices from various airlines and online travel agencies. Also, look into setting up price alerts to be notified of fare changes.

Booking in advance, often several months before your intended departure, may help you secure better prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time is often beneficial. Last-minute deals can sometimes appear, but they are not guaranteed.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes reveal more economical flight options. While it may involve additional ground transportation, the savings on airfare can sometimes be significant. Always factor in the total cost and travel time.