Are direct flights from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, connecting flights can often be more affordable, especially for longer distances. Consider your budget and time constraints when deciding between direct and connecting options.

Can flexible travel dates help on Port Elizabeth to Nairobi flights?

Being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Mid-week flights or traveling during off-peak seasons often result in lower fares. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may unlock better deals.

What extra costs should I check before booking Port Elizabeth to Nairobi flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget.

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Today’s best flight deals from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi

2027-01-16 – 2027-01-25
PLZ - Nairobi
74% AI deal score
$637
$598
Round trip
2027-01-16 – 2027-01-24
PLZ - Nairobi
75% AI deal score
$641
$598
Round trip
2027-01-17 – 2027-01-25
PLZ - Nairobi
74% AI deal score
$641
$599
Round trip
2027-01-17 – 2027-01-24
PLZ - Nairobi
75% AI deal score
$654
$599
Round trip
2027-01-17 – 2027-01-18
PLZ - Nairobi
72% AI deal score
$666
$646
Round trip
2027-01-24 – 2027-01-25
PLZ - Nairobi
72% AI deal score
$678
$662
Round trip
2026-09-15 – 2026-09-21
PLZ - Nairobi
72% AI deal score
$687
$721
Round trip
2026-09-15 – 2026-09-20
PLZ - Nairobi
73% AI deal score
$702
$722
Round trip
2026-09-15 – 2026-10-15
PLZ - Nairobi
72% AI deal score
$625
$730
Round trip
2026-08-26 – 2026-09-17
PLZ - Nairobi
69% AI deal score
$587
$764
Round trip

Port Elizabeth to Nairobi: Overview

Insights for flights from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi, the data indicates that November is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $423. Close behind, October also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $424. Another favorable option is July, where the median fare stands at $441.

Fares for flights from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi typically range from $403–$631, with a median price of $475. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Approximately 16% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that deals can be found with consistent searching.

When considering the flight duration, a typical journey from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi takes approximately 13h 25m, including connections. This is due to the nature of the route, as most itineraries connect at least once. In fact, 0% of recent fares were for direct flights from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi, and connecting itineraries typically involve 2 stopovers.

The route between Port Elizabeth and Nairobi covers a distance of 3818 km, classifying it as a medium-haul journey. New deals for this route appear almost daily, indicating frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

How much is a round trip from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi

Regular price: $575 - $1,099

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

The regular price range for this route is USD 575 to USD 1099. The current lowest deal is USD 587 with Safair, for travel from Jul 25-Jul 27.

now $587

Low $575

High $1,099

The cheapest time to fly from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi

The cheapest month to fly from PLZ to NBO is November, with a median price of $423. The most expensive month is September, with a median price of $533. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $423

September

Most Expensive

Flights from $533

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Sep

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi

Safair

Uganda Airlines

Air Tanzania

South African Airways

Last-minute flights going from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi

Sun, Aug 16

⌛ Last-Minute

PLZ - Nairobi

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - Nairobi (NBO)

Emirates Airlines

$714

$2,199

One-way

Sun, Aug 16

⌛ Last-Minute

PLZ - Nairobi

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - Nairobi (NBO)

Emirates Airlines

$658

$2,199

One-way

Sun, Aug 16

⌛ Last-Minute

PLZ - Nairobi

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - Nairobi (NBO)

Emirates Airlines

$663

$2,199

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

PLZ - Nairobi

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - Nairobi (NBO)

Safair, Air Tanzania

$618

$774

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

PLZ - Nairobi

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - Nairobi (NBO)

Safair, Air Tanzania

$610

$774

One-way

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

PLZ - Nairobi

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - Nairobi (NBO)

Emirates Airlines

$628

$2,157

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi

8 nights

Jan 17 - Jan 25

$641 → $599

9 nights

Jan 16 - Jan 25

$637 → $598

3 nights

Aug 17 - Aug 20

$812 → $786

1 night

Jan 17 - Jan 18

$663 → $646

Popular Airports to fly from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi

Port Elizabeth - Nairobi route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi are above the typical level at $587.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the best prices

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $423.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 13h 25m

Flights from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi typically involve 2 stopovers, with a median duration of 13h 25m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights only

There are no direct flights available. Connecting flights are offered by multiple airlines.

🏆 Airline highlight

Safair offers connecting flights

Safair has offered 30 deals on connecting flights from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals on flights from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi are frequent, appearing often over the last 30 days.

Port Elizabeth main airports to depart from

Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Cheapest

Port Elizabeth Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Nairobi, offering competitive pricing.

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

💸 Flights from ~$628

Nairobi main airports to arrive at

Jomo Kenyatta International (NBO)

Cheapest

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is a primary arrival option for flights from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi.

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

💸 Flights from ~$628

Airports nearby Nairobi used as alternative

Kilimanjaro International (JRO)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~295 km from Nairobi (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$802

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Nairobi

Discover luxury on the budget with premium cabin class on flights from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi.

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Best Elite deals to Nairobi

Exclusive daily First Class, Business Class, and Premium Economy flight deals, refreshed every 24 hours.

From PLZ

Elite

Aug 16

Nairobi, Kenya

76% AI deal score

$2,163

$1,918

Save $245

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From PLZ

Elite

Oct 29

Nairobi, Kenya

76% AI deal score

$2,245

$1,922

Save $323

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From PLZ

Elite

Aug 22

Nairobi, Kenya

75% AI deal score

$2,088

$1,921

Save $167

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From PLZ

Elite

Aug 29

Nairobi, Kenya

74% AI deal score

$2,011

$1,919

Save $92

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From PLZ

Elite

Sep 10

Nairobi, Kenya

74% AI deal score

$2,037

$1,922

Save $115

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From PLZ

Elite

Jan 10

Nairobi, Kenya

74% AI deal score

$2,042

$1,933

Save $109

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From PLZ

Elite

Aug 12

Nairobi, Kenya

74% AI deal score

$2,477

$2,143

Save $334

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From PLZ

Elite

Aug 19

Nairobi, Kenya

74% AI deal score

$2,376

$2,151

Save $225

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From PLZ

Elite

Sep 12

Nairobi, Kenya

73% AI deal score

$1,984

$1,917

Save $67

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From PLZ

Elite

Sep 03

Nairobi, Kenya

73% AI deal score

$1,945

$1,924

Save $21

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From PLZ

Elite

Jan 10

Nairobi, Kenya

73% AI deal score

$2,073

$1,988

Save $85

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From PLZ

Elite

Aug 16

Nairobi, Kenya

73% AI deal score

$2,289

$2,144

Save $145

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nairobi

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can also help you identify better deals. Setting up price alerts may notify you when fares drop for your desired route.

Booking flights in advance often provides more options and potentially lower prices. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear. Monitoring price trends for your specific route can help you decide on an optimal booking time.

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

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Port Elizabeth to Nairobi: Overview

Insights for flights from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi

How much is a round trip from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi

Regular price: $575 - $1,099

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

The regular price range for this route is USD 575 to USD 1099. The current lowest deal is USD 587 with Safair, for travel from Jul 25-Jul 27.

now $587

Low $575

High $1,099

The cheapest time to fly from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi

November

Cheapest

Flights from $423

September

Most Expensive

Flights from $533

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Sep

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi

Safair

Uganda Airlines

Air Tanzania

South African Airways

Last-minute flights going from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi

Sun, Aug 16

⌛ Last-Minute

PLZ - Nairobi

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - Nairobi (NBO)

Emirates Airlines

$714

$2,199

One-way

Sun, Aug 16

⌛ Last-Minute

PLZ - Nairobi

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - Nairobi (NBO)

Emirates Airlines

$658

$2,199

One-way

Sun, Aug 16

⌛ Last-Minute

PLZ - Nairobi

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - Nairobi (NBO)

Emirates Airlines

$663

$2,199

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

PLZ - Nairobi

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - Nairobi (NBO)

Safair, Air Tanzania

$618

$774

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

PLZ - Nairobi

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - Nairobi (NBO)

Safair, Air Tanzania

$610

$774

One-way

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

PLZ - Nairobi

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - Nairobi (NBO)

Emirates Airlines

$628

$2,157

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi

8 nights

Jan 17 - Jan 25

$641 → $599

9 nights

Jan 16 - Jan 25

$637 → $598

3 nights

Aug 17 - Aug 20

$812 → $786

1 night

Jan 17 - Jan 18

$663 → $646

Popular Airports to fly from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi

Port Elizabeth - Nairobi route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi are above the typical level at $587.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the best prices

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $423.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 13h 25m

Flights from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi typically involve 2 stopovers, with a median duration of 13h 25m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights only

There are no direct flights available. Connecting flights are offered by multiple airlines.

🏆 Airline highlight

Safair offers connecting flights

Safair has offered 30 deals on connecting flights from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals on flights from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi are frequent, appearing often over the last 30 days.

Port Elizabeth main airports to depart from

Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Cheapest

Port Elizabeth Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Nairobi, offering competitive pricing.

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

💸 Flights from ~$628

Nairobi main airports to arrive at

Jomo Kenyatta International (NBO)

Cheapest

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is a primary arrival option for flights from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi.

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

💸 Flights from ~$628

Airports nearby Nairobi used as alternative

Kilimanjaro International (JRO)

Cheapest

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

Nairobi, Kenya

73% AI deal score

$2,289

$2,144

Save $145

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nairobi

Cheap Flights from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi

Today’s best flight deals from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi

Port Elizabeth to Nairobi: Overview

Insights for flights from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi

How much is a round trip from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi

The cheapest time to fly from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi

Direct flights from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi

Last-minute flights going from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi

Popular Airports to fly from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi

Port Elizabeth - Nairobi route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in November for the best prices

Connecting flights average 13h 25m

Connecting flights only

Safair offers connecting flights

Deals are frequent for this route

Port Elizabeth main airports to depart from

Nairobi main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Nairobi used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Nairobi

Best Elite deals to Nairobi

Aug 16

Oct 29

Aug 22

Aug 29

Sep 10

Jan 10

Aug 12

Aug 19

Sep 12

Sep 03

Jan 10

Aug 16

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nairobi

How can I find cheap flights from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi?

When should I book flights from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi?

Are direct flights from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Port Elizabeth to Nairobi flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Port Elizabeth to Nairobi flights?

Related routes

More routes from Port Elizabeth

Flights to Nairobi from other cities

Port Elizabeth to Nairobi: Overview

Insights for flights from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi

How much is a round trip from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi

The cheapest time to fly from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi

Direct flights from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi

Last-minute flights going from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi

Popular Airports to fly from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi

Port Elizabeth - Nairobi route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in November for the best prices

Connecting flights average 13h 25m

Connecting flights only

Safair offers connecting flights

Deals are frequent for this route

Port Elizabeth main airports to depart from

Nairobi main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Nairobi used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Nairobi

Best Elite deals to Nairobi

Aug 16

Oct 29

Aug 22

Aug 29

Sep 10

Jan 10

Aug 12

Aug 19

Sep 12

Sep 03

Jan 10

Aug 16

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nairobi

How can I find cheap flights from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi?

When should I book flights from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Port Elizabeth to Nairobi?