Are there direct flights from Nairobi to Antananarivo?

Yes, direct flights are available from Nairobi to Antananarivo. Historically, approximately 22.7% of all flights on this route have been direct. For journeys involving connecting flights, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers. This means that while direct options exist, a significant portion of routes will include at least one layover.

How long is the flight from Nairobi to Antananarivo?

The typical direct flight from Nairobi to Antananarivo has a duration of 3 hours and 20 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time is considerably longer, averaging 10 hours and 25 minutes. The total distance covered on this route is approximately 2258 kilometers, which contributes to the varying flight durations depending on the number of stops.

Are non-stop flights from Nairobi to Antananarivo worth the extra cost?

Historically, non-stop flights from Nairobi to Antananarivo have a median price of $789, while connecting flights have a median price of $779. This represents a premium of approximately 1% for direct routes. About 27.1% of flights on this route are direct, indicating they are a common option. The minimal price difference suggests that the convenience of a direct flight might be worth the slight additional cost for many travelers.

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January 4 - January 16

Cheapest

NBO - Antananarivo

$923

$640

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January 5 - January 17

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$923

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$944

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$944

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September 13 - September 28

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$851

$653

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October 4 - October 12

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$901

$653

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November 14 - November 30

NBO - Antananarivo

$769

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November 25 - November 30

NBO - Antananarivo

$801

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November 14 - November 23

NBO - Antananarivo

$797

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$797

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Nairobi to Antananarivo: Overview

Insights for flights from Nairobi to Antananarivo

Right now, 29% of recent fares for flights from Nairobi to Antananarivo are considered a good price. Fares for this route typically range from $639–$949, with a median of $781. Current fares are below the typical level, indicating a potentially favorable time to find cheap flights from Nairobi to Antananarivo.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Antananarivo, you will find that December stands out with a median fare of $557. Other cost-effective months include November, with a median fare of $637, and February, where the median fare is $638. New deals appear almost daily for this route, so setting up a price alert can help you track these fluctuations.

A typical journey from Nairobi to Antananarivo takes about 10h 25m, including connections. This duration reflects that most itineraries connect at least once. Only 22.7% of recent fares for this route are for direct flights from Nairobi to Antananarivo; the majority of connecting itineraries typically involve 2 stopovers.

The distance between Nairobi and Antananarivo is 2,258 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance means you can expect a journey that is longer than a short regional hop but shorter than a transcontinental flight.

How much is a round trip from Nairobi to Antananarivo

Regular price: $785 - $967

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

The regular price range for this route is typically between 785 USD and 967 USD. The current lowest deal is 640 USD with Ethiopian Airlines for travel from Jan 4-Jan 16.

now $640

Low $785

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The cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Antananarivo

The cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Antananarivo is December, with a median price of $557. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $872. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

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Flights from $557

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Flights from $872

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Wed, Jul 15

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NBO - Antananarivo

Nairobi (NBO) - Antananarivo (TNR)

Ethiopian Airlines

$989

$755

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Wed, Jul 15

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Nairobi (NBO) - Antananarivo (TNR)

Ethiopian Airlines

$988

$755

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Thu, Jul 16

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Nairobi (NBO) - Antananarivo (TNR)

Ethiopian Airlines

$988

$670

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Sun, Jul 19

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Nairobi (NBO) - Antananarivo (TNR)

Ethiopian Airlines

$1,001

$720

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Mon, Jul 20

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NBO - Antananarivo

Nairobi (NBO) - Antananarivo (TNR)

Ethiopian Airlines

$988

$714

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Mon, Jul 27

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Nairobi (NBO) - Antananarivo (TNR)

Ethiopian Airlines

$958

$756

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9 nights

Dec 20 - Dec 29

$1,108 → $684

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Dec 20 - Dec 28

$1,102 → $684

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Dec 19 - Dec 27

$1,100 → $684

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Dec 23 - Jan 4

$1,106 → $695

37%

Popular Airports to fly from Nairobi to Antananarivo

Nairobi - Antananarivo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Nairobi to Antananarivo are at $640, below the typical level of $781.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December for the best prices

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $557.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically last 10h 25m

The median flight duration from Nairobi to Antananarivo is 10 hours and 25 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Only 22.7% of recent flights from Nairobi to Antananarivo are direct, with 2 stopovers typical.

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Kenya Airways offers direct flights

Kenya Airways is one of the airlines that offers direct flights on this route.

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Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Nairobi to Antananarivo are frequent, appearing every 30 days.

Nairobi main airports to depart from

Jomo Kenyatta International (NBO)

Cheapest

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is a primary departure point for flights from Nairobi to Antananarivo.

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

💸 Flights from ~$827

Wilson (WIL)

Wilson Airport (WIL) offers an alternative departure option for flights from Nairobi to Antananarivo.

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

💸 Flights from ~$1257

Antananarivo main airports to arrive at

Ivato International (TNR)

Cheapest

Ivato International Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Nairobi to Antananarivo.

📍 ~10 km from Antananarivo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$827

Airports nearby Antananarivo used as alternative

Toamasina (TMM)

Cheapest

Toamasina (TMM) is the most practical mainland alternative due to its relative proximity, despite time-consuming road travel.

📍 ~135 km from Antananarivo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1189

Fascene (NOS)

Fascene (NOS) is a major international tourist hub with diverse airline options, but requires a flight connection to the capital.

📍 ~700 km from Antananarivo (reachable by flight connection)

💸 Flights from ~$1277

Amborovy (MJN)

Amborovy (MJN) is an important regional center with reliable domestic service, but has limited international options.

📍 ~400 km from Antananarivo (reachable by flight connection)

💸 Flights from ~$1270

Dzaoudzi–Pamandzi International (DZA)

Dzaoudzi–Pamandzi International (DZA) offers international links, but requires cross-border travel to Mayotte (France).

📍 ~700 km from Antananarivo (reachable by flight connection)

💸 Flights from ~$1343

Sainte Marie (SMS)

Sainte Marie (SMS) is an established island airport with regular service, but is entirely dependent on air transport.

📍 ~200 km from Antananarivo (reachable by flight connection)

💸 Flights from ~$1252

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Antananarivo

Historically, the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Antananarivo are found when booking 7-13 days in advance. During this period, the average price is typically around $794. Booking within 0-6 days of departure sees the average price rise to $863. For those planning further ahead, booking 60+ days out usually results in an average price of $842, indicating that last-minute deals can sometimes be more expensive than booking slightly earlier.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Nairobi to Antananarivo is considered to be $639 or less. The median price for this route across the trailing quarter was $781. Prices can go up to $949 or more, so finding a deal below the median represents a significant saving.

Historically, December has offered the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Antananarivo, with a median price of $557. November and February also tend to be more affordable, with median prices of $637 and $638 respectively. The annual median price for this route is $781, indicating that these months offer notable savings compared to the yearly average.

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Nairobi to Antananarivo: Overview

Insights for flights from Nairobi to Antananarivo

How much is a round trip from Nairobi to Antananarivo

The cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Antananarivo

Direct flights from Nairobi to Antananarivo

Last-minute flights going from Nairobi to Antananarivo

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

Popular Airports to fly from Nairobi to Antananarivo

Nairobi - Antananarivo route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in December for the best prices

Flights typically last 10h 25m

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Kenya Airways offers direct flights

Deals are frequent for this route

Nairobi main airports to depart from

Antananarivo main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Antananarivo used as alternative

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