Are there direct flights from Nairobi to Frankfurt?

Direct flights from Nairobi to Frankfurt are not common, historically making up only 1.1% of all flight options. Most travelers on this route can expect to have connecting flights. When a connection is necessary, the median number of stopovers observed is 2. This suggests that non-direct routes are the predominant way to travel between these two cities.

How many hours is the flight from Nairobi to Frankfurt?

The direct flight from Nairobi to Frankfurt typically takes approximately 8 hours and 20 minutes. This non-stop journey covers a distance of 6317 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging around 14 hours and 28 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences in flight time when planning their trip.

How often do Nairobi to Frankfurt flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Nairobi to Frankfurt route experience frequent drops. This indicates that travelers may often find opportunities for price reductions. Monitoring prices regularly can be beneficial for securing a more favorable fare. The frequent price fluctuations suggest a dynamic market for this particular route.

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Nairobi to Frankfurt: Overview

Insights for flights from Nairobi to Frankfurt

Most itineraries for flights from Nairobi to Frankfurt connect at least once, with only 1.1% of recent fares being non-stop. For the remaining itineraries, the typical number of connections is 2. This means that while direct flights from Nairobi to Frankfurt are rare, you'll most often find options that include at least two stops on your journey.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Frankfurt? The most affordable months to travel are June, with a median fare of $798, and November and October, both with a median fare of $807. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median, providing good opportunities for travelers seeking cheap flights from Nairobi to Frankfurt.

A typical journey from Nairobi to Frankfurt takes approximately 8h 20m, including connections. This median duration accounts for the prevalence of connecting itineraries on this long-haul route. For those rare non-stop options, the flight time is also around 8h 20m, while connecting flights typically take 18h 56m.

Flights from Nairobi to Frankfurt are a long-haul route, covering a distance of 6317 kilometers. This substantial distance means that even direct flights are lengthy, and connecting itineraries can extend the travel time considerably. New deals for this route appear almost daily, suggesting a consistent availability of fares for travelers planning their trip.

How much is a round trip from Nairobi to Frankfurt

Regular price: $618 - $1,274

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

The regular price range for flights from Nairobi to Frankfurt is between $618 and $1274. The current lowest deal is $671 with Ethiopian Airlines for travel from Nov 9-Nov 13.

now $671

Low $618

High $1,274

The cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Frankfurt

The cheapest month to fly from NBO to FRA is December, with a median price of $719. The most expensive month is September, with a median price of $1343. Prices are generally lower from May to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $719

September

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,343

Jan

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Nairobi to Frankfurt

Lufthansa

Last-minute flights going from Nairobi to Frankfurt

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Frankfurt

Nairobi (NBO) - Frankfurt (FRA)

KLM

$1,071

$820

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Frankfurt

Nairobi (NBO) - Frankfurt (FRA)

KLM

$901

$820

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Frankfurt

Nairobi (NBO) - Frankfurt (FRA)

KLM

$943

$819

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Frankfurt

Nairobi (NBO) - Frankfurt (FRA)

KLM

$943

$819

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Frankfurt

Nairobi (NBO) - Frankfurt (FRA)

Gulf Air

$885

$787

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Frankfurt

Nairobi (NBO) - Frankfurt (HHN)

Air Arabia

$1,065

$785

One-way

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

10 nights

Sep 19 - Sep 29

$1,068 → $785

26%

3 nights

Sep 21 - Sep 24

$1,029 → $770

25%

4 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 19

$1,071 → $820

23%

4 nights

Sep 25 - Sep 29

$967 → $729

25%

Popular Airports to fly from Nairobi to Frankfurt

Nairobi - Frankfurt route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares from Nairobi to Frankfurt are near the typical level of $1041.

📅 Best time to fly

Cheapest months: June, November, October

Historically, the cheapest months to fly are June ($798), November ($807), and October ($807).

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 8h 20m

Direct flights from Nairobi to Frankfurt typically take 8h 20m, connecting flights 18h 56m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 1.1% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Lufthansa offers direct flights

Lufthansa is one of the airlines that historically offers direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent

Deals on flights from Nairobi to Frankfurt are frequent, appearing every 30 days.

Nairobi main airports to depart from

Jomo Kenyatta International (NBO)

Cheapest

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights from Nairobi to Frankfurt.

📍 ~12 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$571

Wilson (WIL)

Wilson Airport offers another option for flights from Nairobi to Frankfurt.

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

💸 Flights from ~$1,052

Frankfurt main airports to arrive at

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Cheapest

Frankfurt International Airport is a key arrival airport for flights from Nairobi to Frankfurt.

📍 ~12 km from Frankfurt city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$571

Airports nearby Frankfurt used as alternative

Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

Cologne Bonn Airport is a major hub with a wide range of international and domestic flights.

📍 ~135 km from Frankfurt (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$666

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From NBO

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$5,846

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From NBO

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Frankfurt, Germany

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From NBO

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Frankfurt, Germany

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From NBO

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Frankfurt, Germany

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From NBO

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Frankfurt, Germany

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From NBO

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Frankfurt, Germany

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From NBO

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Frankfurt

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Nairobi to Frankfurt is 7-13 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price observed was $992. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees an average price of $1346, which is higher. For those planning further ahead, booking 28-59 days out shows an average price of $1021, while booking 60+ days in advance averages around $1320.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Nairobi to Frankfurt is considered to be $807 or less. The median price for this route has been $1041. Prices can go higher, with 75% of observed prices being $1486 or less. Travelers aiming for the lower end of the price spectrum should target fares around or below the $807 mark.

Across the trailing quarter, the cheapest months to fly from Nairobi to Frankfurt typically include June, November, and October. June historically shows a median price of $798. Both November and October also present favorable median prices at $807. The annual median price for this route is $1041, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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Nairobi to Frankfurt: Overview

Insights for flights from Nairobi to Frankfurt

How much is a round trip from Nairobi to Frankfurt

Regular price: $618 - $1,274

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

The regular price range for flights from Nairobi to Frankfurt is between $618 and $1274. The current lowest deal is $671 with Ethiopian Airlines for travel from Nov 9-Nov 13.

now $671

Low $618

High $1,274

The cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Frankfurt

December

Cheapest

Flights from $719

September

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,343

Jan

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Nairobi to Frankfurt

Lufthansa

Last-minute flights going from Nairobi to Frankfurt

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Frankfurt

Nairobi (NBO) - Frankfurt (FRA)

KLM

$1,071

$820

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Frankfurt

Nairobi (NBO) - Frankfurt (FRA)

KLM

$901

$820

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Frankfurt

Nairobi (NBO) - Frankfurt (FRA)

KLM

$943

$819

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Frankfurt

Nairobi (NBO) - Frankfurt (FRA)

KLM

$943

$819

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Frankfurt

Nairobi (NBO) - Frankfurt (FRA)

Gulf Air

$885

$787

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Frankfurt

Nairobi (NBO) - Frankfurt (HHN)

Air Arabia

$1,065

$785

One-way

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

10 nights

Sep 19 - Sep 29

$1,068 → $785

26%

3 nights

Sep 21 - Sep 24

$1,029 → $770

25%

4 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 19

$1,071 → $820

23%

4 nights

Sep 25 - Sep 29

$967 → $729

25%

Popular Airports to fly from Nairobi to Frankfurt

Nairobi - Frankfurt route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares from Nairobi to Frankfurt are near the typical level of $1041.

📅 Best time to fly

Cheapest months: June, November, October

Historically, the cheapest months to fly are June ($798), November ($807), and October ($807).

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 8h 20m

Direct flights from Nairobi to Frankfurt typically take 8h 20m, connecting flights 18h 56m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 1.1% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Lufthansa offers direct flights

Lufthansa is one of the airlines that historically offers direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent

Deals on flights from Nairobi to Frankfurt are frequent, appearing every 30 days.

Nairobi main airports to depart from

Jomo Kenyatta International (NBO)

Cheapest

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights from Nairobi to Frankfurt.

📍 ~12 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$571

Wilson (WIL)

Wilson Airport offers another option for flights from Nairobi to Frankfurt.

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

💸 Flights from ~$1,052

Frankfurt main airports to arrive at

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Cheapest

Frankfurt International Airport is a key arrival airport for flights from Nairobi to Frankfurt.

📍 ~12 km from Frankfurt city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$571

Airports nearby Frankfurt used as alternative

Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

Cologne Bonn Airport is a major hub with a wide range of international and domestic flights.

Frankfurt, Germany

93% AI deal score

$6,051

$2,580

Save $3,471

Egyptair

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Frankfurt

Cheap Flights from Nairobi to Frankfurt

Today’s best flight deals from Nairobi to Frankfurt

Nairobi to Frankfurt: Overview

Insights for flights from Nairobi to Frankfurt

How much is a round trip from Nairobi to Frankfurt

The cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Frankfurt

Direct flights from Nairobi to Frankfurt

Last-minute flights going from Nairobi to Frankfurt

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

Popular Airports to fly from Nairobi to Frankfurt

Nairobi - Frankfurt route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Cheapest months: June, November, October

Direct flights average 8h 20m

Connecting flights are dominant

Lufthansa offers direct flights

Deals are frequent

Nairobi main airports to depart from

Frankfurt main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Frankfurt used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Frankfurt

Best Elite deals to Frankfurt

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Oct 14

Oct 04

Oct 04

Oct 09

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Frankfurt

How far in advance should I book a flight from Nairobi to Frankfurt?

What is a good price for a flight from Nairobi to Frankfurt?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Frankfurt?

Are there direct flights from Nairobi to Frankfurt?

How many hours is the flight from Nairobi to Frankfurt?

How often do Nairobi to Frankfurt flight prices drop?

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More routes from Nairobi

Flights to Frankfurt from other cities

Nairobi to Frankfurt: Overview

Insights for flights from Nairobi to Frankfurt

How much is a round trip from Nairobi to Frankfurt

The cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Frankfurt

Direct flights from Nairobi to Frankfurt

Last-minute flights going from Nairobi to Frankfurt

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

Popular Airports to fly from Nairobi to Frankfurt

Nairobi - Frankfurt route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Cheapest months: June, November, October

Direct flights average 8h 20m

Connecting flights are dominant

Lufthansa offers direct flights

Deals are frequent

Nairobi main airports to depart from

Frankfurt main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Frankfurt used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Frankfurt

Best Elite deals to Frankfurt

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Oct 14

Oct 04

Oct 04

Oct 09

Oct 15

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Oct 02

Mar 08

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Oct 13

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Frankfurt

How far in advance should I book a flight from Nairobi to Frankfurt?

What is a good price for a flight from Nairobi to Frankfurt?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Frankfurt?