Are direct flights from Nairobi to San Francisco always the best option?

Direct flights usually offer convenience by reducing travel time and the risk of missed connections. However, they are not always the cheapest option. Flights with layovers can sometimes be more affordable, depending on the route and airline.

Can flexible travel dates help on Nairobi to San Francisco flights?

Being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons often results in lower fares compared to weekends or holidays. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may yield better deals.

What extra costs should I check before booking Nairobi to San Francisco flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Also, consider the cost of transportation to and from the airports. These additional expenses can impact your overall travel budget.

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Nairobi to San Francisco: Overview

Insights for flights from Nairobi to San Francisco

Right now, about 32% of recent fares for flights from Nairobi to San Francisco are considered a good price. Fares for this route typically range from $1177 to $2310, with a median price of $1538. Current fares are below the typical level, suggesting a favorable time to look for cheap flights from Nairobi to San Francisco.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to San Francisco? The data indicates that December is often the most affordable month, with a median fare of $903. Other cost-effective months include May, with a median fare of $1111, and November, where the median fare is $1193.

A typical journey from Nairobi to San Francisco takes about 44h 10m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a substantial distance of 15458 km. Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2. There are no direct flights from Nairobi to San Francisco, so all itineraries will involve at least one stop.

How much is a round trip from Nairobi to San Francisco

Regular price: $1,098 - $1,998

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

The regular price range for this route is between $1098 and $1998. The current lowest deal is $1175 with Brussels Airlines. This flight is available for travel from Feb 7-Feb 14.

now $1,175

Low $1,098

High $1,998

The cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to San Francisco

The cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to San Francisco is December, with a median price of $903. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $2338. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $903

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,338

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Nairobi to San Francisco

Qatar Airways

Turkish Airlines

KLM

Deutsche Luft Hansa

Last-minute flights going from Nairobi to San Francisco

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - San Francisco

Nairobi (NBO) - San Francisco (SFO)

United Airlines

$1,481

$1,353

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - San Francisco

Nairobi (NBO) - San Francisco (SFO)

Qatar Airways

$1,631

$1,724

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - San Francisco

Nairobi (NBO) - San Francisco (SFO)

Qatar Airways

$1,617

$2,031

One-way

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - San Francisco

Nairobi (NBO) - San Francisco (SFO)

Qatar Airways

$1,560

$1,943

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - San Francisco

Nairobi (NBO) - San Francisco (SFO)

Turkish Airlines

$1,364

$1,492

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - San Francisco

Nairobi (NBO) - San Francisco (SFO)

Turkish Airlines

$1,478

$1,492

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Nairobi to San Francisco

6 nights

Sep 29 - Oct 5

$1,696 → $1,425

16%

27 nights

Dec 5 - Jan 1

$1,383 → $1,220

12%

7 nights

Oct 14 - Oct 21

$1,353 → $1,220

10%

7 nights

Mar 16 - Mar 23

$1,307 → $1,175

10%

Popular Airports to fly from Nairobi to San Francisco

Nairobi - San Francisco route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Nairobi to San Francisco are below the typical level, with 32% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December for the best prices

Historically, December ($903), May ($1111), and November ($1193) offer the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 44h 10m

Flights from Nairobi to San Francisco typically involve 2 stopovers, with a median duration of 44h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

No direct flights are available. Connecting flights are dominant, with frequent deals historically.

🏆 Airline highlight

Qatar Airways offers the most deals

Qatar Airways has 41 deals, followed by Turkish Airlines with 10 deals for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider booking soon for a deal

A recent deal for $1175 on Brussels Airlines was found for February 7-February 14.

Nairobi main airports to depart from

Jomo Kenyatta International (NBO)

Cheapest

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is a primary option for flights from Nairobi to San Francisco.

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

💸 Flights from ~$1,162

San Francisco main airports to arrive at

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International Airport is a major gateway for flights from Nairobi to San Francisco.

📍 ~18 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,086

Airports nearby San Francisco used as alternative

Oakland International (OAK)

Oakland International is a useful alternative for its extensive domestic network and direct BART rail connection.

📍 ~20 km from San Francisco (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$1,492

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From NBO

Elite

Nov 11

San Francisco, United States

84% AI deal score

$6,181

$5,286

Save $895

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Business Class

From NBO

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Nov 05

San Francisco, United States

83% AI deal score

$6,533

$5,870

Save $663

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Business Class

From NBO

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Nov 25

San Francisco, United States

83% AI deal score

$6,686

$5,884

Save $802

Etihad Airways, +1

Business Class

From NBO

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Nov 25

San Francisco, United States

82% AI deal score

$6,717

$5,897

Save $820

Etihad Airways, +1

Business Class

From NBO

Elite

Nov 19

San Francisco, United States

82% AI deal score

$6,616

$5,923

Save $693

Etihad Airways, +1

Business Class

From NBO

Elite

Jan 27

San Francisco, United States

82% AI deal score

$7,564

$6,563

Save $1,001

Egyptair, +1

Business Class

From NBO

Elite

Jan 26

San Francisco, United States

82% AI deal score

$7,564

$6,738

Save $826

Etihad Airways, +1

Business Class

From NBO

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Nov 12

San Francisco, United States

81% AI deal score

$6,455

$5,857

Save $598

Etihad Airways, +1

Business Class

From NBO

Elite

Nov 17

San Francisco, United States

81% AI deal score

$6,544

$5,897

Save $647

Etihad Airways, +1

Business Class

From NBO

Elite

Jan 26

San Francisco, United States

81% AI deal score

$7,466

$6,845

Save $621

Etihad Airways, +1

Business Class

From NBO

Elite

Nov 05

San Francisco, United States

80% AI deal score

$6,229

$5,857

Save $372

Etihad Airways, +1

Business Class

From NBO

Elite

Nov 11

San Francisco, United States

80% AI deal score

$6,303

$5,857

Save $446

Etihad Airways, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Francisco

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking platforms can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch drops in fares.

Booking in advance, often several months before your intended departure, can sometimes lead to lower prices. However, last-minute deals can occasionally appear, so it's wise to monitor fare trends. Prices can fluctuate based on demand and seasonality.

Yes, comparing nearby airports for both your origin and destination can sometimes offer more flight options or different pricing. While it may add to your travel time, the potential savings could be significant. Always check ground transportation costs and convenience.

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Nairobi to San Francisco: Overview

Insights for flights from Nairobi to San Francisco

How much is a round trip from Nairobi to San Francisco

Regular price: $1,098 - $1,998

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

The regular price range for this route is between $1098 and $1998. The current lowest deal is $1175 with Brussels Airlines. This flight is available for travel from Feb 7-Feb 14.

now $1,175

Low $1,098

High $1,998

The cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to San Francisco

December

Cheapest

Flights from $903

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,338

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Nairobi to San Francisco

Qatar Airways

Turkish Airlines

KLM

Deutsche Luft Hansa

Last-minute flights going from Nairobi to San Francisco

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - San Francisco

Nairobi (NBO) - San Francisco (SFO)

United Airlines

$1,481

$1,353

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - San Francisco

Nairobi (NBO) - San Francisco (SFO)

Qatar Airways

$1,631

$1,724

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - San Francisco

Nairobi (NBO) - San Francisco (SFO)

Qatar Airways

$1,617

$2,031

One-way

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - San Francisco

Nairobi (NBO) - San Francisco (SFO)

Qatar Airways

$1,560

$1,943

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - San Francisco

Nairobi (NBO) - San Francisco (SFO)

Turkish Airlines

$1,364

$1,492

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - San Francisco

Nairobi (NBO) - San Francisco (SFO)

Turkish Airlines

$1,478

$1,492

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Nairobi to San Francisco

6 nights

Sep 29 - Oct 5

$1,696 → $1,425

16%

27 nights

Dec 5 - Jan 1

$1,383 → $1,220

12%

7 nights

Oct 14 - Oct 21

$1,353 → $1,220

10%

7 nights

Mar 16 - Mar 23

$1,307 → $1,175

10%

Popular Airports to fly from Nairobi to San Francisco

Nairobi - San Francisco route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Nairobi to San Francisco are below the typical level, with 32% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December for the best prices

Historically, December ($903), May ($1111), and November ($1193) offer the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 44h 10m

Flights from Nairobi to San Francisco typically involve 2 stopovers, with a median duration of 44h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

No direct flights are available. Connecting flights are dominant, with frequent deals historically.

🏆 Airline highlight

Qatar Airways offers the most deals

Qatar Airways has 41 deals, followed by Turkish Airlines with 10 deals for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider booking soon for a deal

A recent deal for $1175 on Brussels Airlines was found for February 7-February 14.

Nairobi main airports to depart from

Jomo Kenyatta International (NBO)

Cheapest

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is a primary option for flights from Nairobi to San Francisco.

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

💸 Flights from ~$1,162

San Francisco main airports to arrive at

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International Airport is a major gateway for flights from Nairobi to San Francisco.

📍 ~18 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,086

Airports nearby San Francisco used as alternative

Oakland International (OAK)

Oakland International is a useful alternative for its extensive domestic network and direct BART rail connection.

San Francisco, United States

80% AI deal score

$6,303

$5,857

Save $446

Etihad Airways, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Francisco

Cheap Flights from Nairobi to San Francisco

Today’s best flight deals from Nairobi to San Francisco

Nairobi to San Francisco: Overview

Insights for flights from Nairobi to San Francisco

How much is a round trip from Nairobi to San Francisco

The cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to San Francisco

Direct flights from Nairobi to San Francisco

Last-minute flights going from Nairobi to San Francisco

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Nairobi to San Francisco

Popular Airports to fly from Nairobi to San Francisco

Nairobi - San Francisco route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in December for the best prices

Connecting flights average 44h 10m

Connecting flights are dominant

Qatar Airways offers the most deals

Consider booking soon for a deal

Nairobi main airports to depart from

San Francisco main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby San Francisco used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to San Francisco

Best Elite deals to San Francisco

Nov 11

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Nov 25

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Francisco

How can I find cheap flights from Nairobi to San Francisco?

When should I book flights from Nairobi to San Francisco?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Nairobi to San Francisco?

Are direct flights from Nairobi to San Francisco always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Nairobi to San Francisco flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Nairobi to San Francisco flights?

Related routes

More routes from Nairobi

Flights to San Francisco from other cities

Nairobi to San Francisco: Overview

Insights for flights from Nairobi to San Francisco

How much is a round trip from Nairobi to San Francisco

The cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to San Francisco

Direct flights from Nairobi to San Francisco

Last-minute flights going from Nairobi to San Francisco

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Nairobi to San Francisco

Popular Airports to fly from Nairobi to San Francisco

Nairobi - San Francisco route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in December for the best prices

Connecting flights average 44h 10m

Connecting flights are dominant

Qatar Airways offers the most deals

Consider booking soon for a deal

Nairobi main airports to depart from

San Francisco main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby San Francisco used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to San Francisco

Best Elite deals to San Francisco

Nov 11

Nov 05

Nov 25

Nov 25

Nov 19

Jan 27

Jan 26

Nov 12

Nov 17

Jan 26

Nov 05

Nov 11

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Francisco

How can I find cheap flights from Nairobi to San Francisco?

When should I book flights from Nairobi to San Francisco?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Nairobi to San Francisco?