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October 5 - October 20

Cheapest

SEA - Nairobi

$1,318

$1,050

Round trip

October 7 - October 20

Cheapest

SEA - Nairobi

$1,330

$1,050

Round trip

September 14 - September 30

SEA - Nairobi

$1,204

$1,061

Round trip

November 9 - November 23

SEA - Nairobi

$1,240

$1,061

Round trip

December 1 - December 22

Best

SEA - Nairobi

$1,455

$1,061

Round trip

October 5 - October 29

SEA - Nairobi

$1,312

$1,063

Round trip

September 1 - September 30

SEA - Nairobi

$1,168

$1,066

Round trip

October 9 - October 23

SEA - Nairobi

$1,331

$1,068

Round trip

October 10 - October 23

SEA - Nairobi

$1,330

$1,068

Round trip

August 23 - August 28

Earliest

SEA - Nairobi

$1,391

$1,073

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Seattle to Nairobi

Flights from Seattle to Nairobi cover a substantial distance of 14,508 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul route. This significant travel distance means itineraries typically involve multiple connections.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Seattle to Nairobi, fares typically range from $1502–$2838, with a median of $1844. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Currently, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Seattle to Nairobi, April stands out with a median fare of $783. March also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $801, followed by December at a median of $818.

Regarding direct flights from Seattle to Nairobi, most itineraries connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares are non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 3.

A typical journey from Seattle to Nairobi takes approximately 56h 5m, including connections. This duration reflects the long-haul nature of the route and the necessity of multiple stopovers for most itineraries.

How much is a round trip from Seattle to Nairobi

Regular price: $1,177 - $1,561

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

The regular price range for flights from Seattle to Nairobi is between $1177 and $1561. The current lowest deal is $1050 with Qatar Airways, for travel from Oct 5 to Oct 20.

now $1,050

Low $1,177

High $1,561

The cheapest time to fly from Seattle to Nairobi

The cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Nairobi is April, with a median price of $783. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $2993. Prices are generally lower from March to December.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $783

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,993

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Mar

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Jul

Aug

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Dec

Direct flights from Seattle to Nairobi

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Last-minute flights going from Seattle to Nairobi

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Nairobi

Seattle (SEA) - Nairobi (NBO)

Lufthansa

$1,512

$1,692

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Nairobi

Seattle (SEA) - Nairobi (NBO)

Lufthansa

$1,612

$1,692

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Nairobi

Seattle (SEA) - Nairobi (NBO)

Lufthansa

$1,600

$1,707

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Nairobi

Seattle (SEA) - Nairobi (NBO)

KLM

$1,451

$1,342

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Nairobi

Seattle (SEA) - Nairobi (NBO)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$1,420

$1,348

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Nairobi

Seattle (SEA) - Nairobi (NBO)

KLM

$1,402

$1,445

One-way

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

21 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 22

$1,455 → $1,061

27%

5 nights

Aug 23 - Aug 28

$1,391 → $1,073

23%

7 nights

Jun 21 - Jun 28

$1,451 → $1,168

19%

13 nights

Oct 7 - Oct 20

$1,330 → $1,050

21%

Popular Airports to fly from Seattle to Nairobi

Seattle - Nairobi route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Seattle to Nairobi are below the typical level, with deals around $1050.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically the cheapest month

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Nairobi, with a median price of $783.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 56h 5m

The median flight duration from Seattle to Nairobi is 56 hours and 5 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

This route is connecting dominant, with a median of 3 stopovers when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Qatar Airways has a recent deal for $1050

Qatar Airways recently offered a deal for $1050 from Seattle to Nairobi.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are regular for this route

Deals for flights from Seattle to Nairobi are regular, occurring about 0.27 times per day.

Seattle main airports to depart from

Seattle–Tacoma International (SEA)

Cheapest

Seattle–Tacoma International offers flights to Nairobi and is often the most economical choice.

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

💸 Flights from ~$1050

Boeing Field (BFI)

Boeing Field is an alternative departure airport for flights from Seattle to Nairobi.

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

💸 Flights from ~$2745

Kenmore Air Harbor Seaplane Base (LKE)

Kenmore Air Harbor Seaplane Base is an alternative departure airport for flights to Nairobi.

📍 ~3 km from Seattle city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$3317

Nairobi main airports to arrive at

Jomo Kenyatta International (NBO)

Cheapest

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is the primary and cheapest arrival option for Nairobi from Seattle.

📍 ~10 km from Nairobi (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1050

Wilson (WIL)

Wilson Airport offers an alternative arrival point for Nairobi from Seattle.

📍 ~10 km from Nairobi (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$2303

Airports nearby Nairobi used as alternative

Kilimanjaro International (JRO)

Cheapest

Kilimanjaro International is a major international airport, useful for global connectivity despite requiring a border crossing.

📍 ~290 km from Nairobi (requires crossing an international border into Tanzania)

💸 Flights from ~$1156

Arusha (ARK)

Arusha is a regional hub for northern Tanzania, offering frequent domestic and regional connections.

📍 ~300 km from Nairobi (cross-border travel required)

💸 Flights from ~$1574

Nanyuki (NYK)

Nanyuki is located within Kenya, avoiding international border complexities, and is relatively close to Nairobi.

📍 ~140 km from Nairobi

💸 Flights from ~$3077

Amboseli (ASV)

Amboseli is an established airstrip with some scheduled domestic services, useful for specific regional transit.

📍 ~190 km from Nairobi

💸 Flights from ~$3096

Mara Serena (MRE)

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

📍 ~200 km from Nairobi

💸 Flights from ~$2683

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Nairobi

Nairobi, Kenya

71% AI deal score

$29,806

From SEA

Elite

Aug 02

Nairobi, Kenya

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$5,419

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nairobi

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison sites can help you compare prices across various airlines and booking platforms. Setting up price alerts may also notify you when fares drop.

Booking in advance often provides more options and potentially better prices, especially for longer international routes. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, so monitoring prices over time is usually beneficial. There isn't a single 'best' time, as prices can fluctuate.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover different flight options or prices. While it might add to your ground travel time, the potential savings on airfare could be significant. Always factor in the total cost and convenience.

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