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Cheap flights from Chennai to Nairobi from ₹ 15,133

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — NBO
27 Mar — 3 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Chennai to Nairobi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chennai (MAA) to Nairobi (NB0). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 22 March 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 38,348

One-way from

₹ 15,133

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

₹ 32,243
Air India
  • Air India
  • 9/7-27/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 55m total
  • Chennai to Nairobi
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IndiGo
  • IndiGo
  • 7/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 50m total
  • Chennai to Nairobi
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (₹ 173,683 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (₹ 50,816 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Chennai to Nairobi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chennai to Nairobi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 March 2025.

Thu 14/819:50MAA - NBO
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 19/816:45NBO - MAA
1 stop20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3₹ 55,888
Wed 9/721:50MAA - NBO
2 stops54h 35mEtihad Airways
Sun 27/718:20NBO - MAA
1 stop11h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 22/3₹ 78,673
Thu 14/810:00MAA - NBO
1 stop29h 40mEthiopian Air
Mon 18/803:45NBO - MAA
2 stops28h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 21/3₹ 91,571
Thu 14/806:00MAA - NBO
2 stops26h 00mGulf Air
Mon 18/802:40NBO - MAA
2 stops24h 00mGulf Air
Deal found 21/3₹ 105,586
Thu 14/819:50MAA - NBO
2 stops27h 35mLufthansa
Tue 19/822:45NBO - MAA
2 stops22h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 21/3₹ 118,655
Thu 14/804:20MAA - NBO
1 stop28h 50mQatar Airways
Mon 18/801:20NBO - MAA
1 stop23h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 21/3₹ 135,336
Wed 9/706:10MAA - NBO
1 stop14h 55mAir India
Mon 28/720:05NBO - MAA
1 stop18h 00mAir India
Deal found 22/3₹ 200,682

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Chennai to Nairobi that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 454,620 searches. Data last updated 22 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chennai to Nairobi that are best for you.

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Chennai

Fly to

Nairobi

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChennaiNairobi

MAA - NBO

MAANBO

Chennai

Thu 14/8

19:50-10:30

1 stop17h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 19/8

16:45-15:30

1 stop20h 15m

₹ 55,888

ChennaiNairobi

MAA - NBO

MAANBO

Chennai

Wed 9/7

21:50-01:55

2 stops54h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 27/7

18:20-08:30

1 stop11h 40m

₹ 78,673

ChennaiNairobi

MAA - NBO

MAANBO

Chennai

Thu 14/8

10:00-13:10

1 stop29h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 18/8

03:45-10:35

2 stops28h 20m

₹ 91,571

ChennaiNairobi

MAA - NBO

MAANBO

Chennai

Thu 14/8

06:00-05:30

2 stops26h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 18/8

02:40-05:10

2 stops24h 00m

₹ 105,586

ChennaiNairobi

MAA - NBO

MAANBO

Chennai

Thu 14/8

19:50-20:55

2 stops27h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 19/8

22:45-00:10

2 stops22h 55m

₹ 118,655

ChennaiNairobi

MAA - NBO

MAANBO

Chennai

Thu 14/8

04:20-06:40

1 stop28h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 18/8

01:20-02:50

1 stop23h 00m

₹ 135,336

ChennaiNairobi

MAA - NBO

MAANBO

Chennai

Wed 9/7

06:10-18:35

1 stop14h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 28/7

20:05-16:35

1 stop18h 00m

₹ 200,682

ChennaiNairobi

MAA - NBO

MAANBO

Chennai

Wed 7/5

18:20-05:40

1 stop13h 50m

₹ 15,133

ChennaiNairobi

MAA - NBO

MAANBO

Chennai

Sun 31/8

17:30-18:35

1 stop27h 35m

₹ 19,088

ChennaiNairobi

MAA - NBO

MAANBO

Chennai

Wed 7/5

09:25-05:40

2 stops22h 45m

₹ 19,690

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Chennai to Nairobi

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chennai to Nairobi

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chennai to Nairobi?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Nairobi (average of ₹ 358). Flying from Chennai to Nairobi in August is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 499). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MAA to NBO?

Find hourly flight availability from Chennai to Nairobi. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 March 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chennai to Nairobi at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 14% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in Nairobi by month

Plan your trip to Nairobi by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Nairobi ranges from 10.0 - 160.0 inches per month. April is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 160.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Nairobi when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Nairobi by month

Plan your trip to Nairobi by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Nairobi, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 17.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Nairobi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nairobi. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Nairobi. Reviews last updated 22 March 2025.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,538 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,May 2024

BLR - DOH

I am vegetarian. Got stale food both ways. Had stomach upset while going to india on one leg of journey. Same problem on return!. Trrible food. Did not like t all. May not consider flying again with Qatar.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,538 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,538 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,May 2024

BLR - DOH

I am vegetarian. Got stale food both ways. Had stomach upset while going to india on one leg of journey. Same problem on return!. Trrible food. Did not like t all. May not consider flying again with Qatar.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,178 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,538 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,May 2024

BLR - DOH

I am vegetarian. Got stale food both ways. Had stomach upset while going to india on one leg of journey. Same problem on return!. Trrible food. Did not like t all. May not consider flying again with Qatar.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
765 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,538 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,May 2024

BLR - DOH

I am vegetarian. Got stale food both ways. Had stomach upset while going to india on one leg of journey. Same problem on return!. Trrible food. Did not like t all. May not consider flying again with Qatar.
Kuwait Airways
7.1
Good
299 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,538 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,May 2024

BLR - DOH

I am vegetarian. Got stale food both ways. Had stomach upset while going to india on one leg of journey. Same problem on return!. Trrible food. Did not like t all. May not consider flying again with Qatar.
Gulf Air
7.1
Good
200 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,538 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,May 2024

BLR - DOH

I am vegetarian. Got stale food both ways. Had stomach upset while going to india on one leg of journey. Same problem on return!. Trrible food. Did not like t all. May not consider flying again with Qatar.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chennai to Nairobi. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Chennai to Nairobi?

    If you book a flight to Nairobi from Chennai, you will be flying from Chennai, which is the city’s only airport. Chennai (MAA) is located 16.5 km from the centre of Chennai. There are 0 flights from Chennai to Nairobi per day from 3 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chennai to Nairobi round-trip?

    Flying on Air India is currently your cheapest option to Nairobi, with prices starting at ₹ 38,348. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Etihad Airways and Ethiopian Air, with the lowest prices starting at ₹ 78,673 and ₹ 91,571, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chennai to Nairobi one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for IndiGo. According to our data, you can fly for as low as ₹ 15,133. Users have also found prices from ₹ 19,088 and ₹ 21,410 on Air India and Etihad Airways, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chennai to Nairobi that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chennai to Nairobi flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chennai to Nairobi?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chennai to Nairobi.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chennai to Nairobi?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chennai to Nairobi by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chennai to Nairobi?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Nairobi (average of ₹ 358). Flying from Chennai to Nairobi in August is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 499). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Chennai to Nairobi

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Chennai to Nairobi. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 454,620 searches. Data last updated 22 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IndiGoCheapest₹ 28,672Average₹ 35,016FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest₹ 29,062Average₹ 34,815FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air ArabiaCheapest₹ 30,119Average₹ 48,179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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