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Cheap flights from Chennai to Nairobi from ₹ 15,612

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 20/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
MAA — NBO
14 May — 21 May1
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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 9 May 2024.

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March

Round-trip from

₹ 30,590

One-way from

₹ 21,455
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What is the cheapest day to fly return from Chennai to Nairobi?

Sunday flights are found to be more expensive to fly from Chennai to Nairobi. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Nairobi.

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

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 11 days in advance, which can save you up to 21% on flights from Chennai to Nairobi compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 11 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at ₹ 23,042. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from ₹ 28,051.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Nairobi?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in July. For low rates, March can be a great choice for travel to Nairobi. Flights to Nairobi from Chennai in March are about ₹ 39,460 on average during March, but can be found for as low as ₹ 27,800.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chennai to Nairobi (MAA - NBO)?

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 19% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Cheap Qatar Airways flights from Chennai to Nairobi

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qatar Airways for the route between Chennai and Nairobi. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 368,610 searches. Data last updated 9 May 2024.
Sun 22/904:05MAA - NBO
1 stop22h 15mQatar Airways
Wed 25/901:20NBO - MAA
1 stop23h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/5₹ 48,254
Thu 6/621:30MAA - NBO
1 stop11h 55mQatar Airways
Wed 12/601:05NBO - MAA
1 stop23h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/5₹ 131,237

Cheap Chennai to Nairobi flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Chennai to Nairobi specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 368,610 searches. Prices were last updated on 9 May 2024.
Mon 13/512:45MAA - NBO
1 stop19h 25mIndiGo
Mon 20/506:40NBO - MAA
1 stop32h 20mIndiGo
Deal found 8/5₹ 31,140
Thu 6/620:40MAA - NBO
1 stop24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 13/606:40NBO - MAA
1 stop30h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5₹ 33,728
Mon 13/512:05MAA - NBO
2 stops57h 00mAir India
Mon 20/520:05NBO - MAA
2 stops32h 35mAir India
Deal found 8/5₹ 35,147
Mon 13/506:00MAA - NBO
1 stop15h 05mAir India
Mon 20/520:05NBO - MAA
2 stops16h 35mAir India
Deal found 8/5₹ 36,316
Thu 6/620:40MAA - NBO
1 stop24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 13/606:40NBO - MAA
2 stops23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5₹ 40,740
Mon 13/521:30MAA - NBO
1 stop28h 40mQatar Airways
Sun 19/501:00NBO - MAA
1 stop29h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/5₹ 45,081
Thu 9/516:55MAA - NBO
1 stop28h 10mAir India
Mon 13/520:05NBO - MAA
1 stop25h 00mAir India
Deal found 6/5₹ 46,501
Mon 13/521:30MAA - NBO
3 stops24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/501:00NBO - MAA
1 stop29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5₹ 52,846
Sun 12/501:50MAA - NBO
1 stop13h 50mEthiopian Air
Mon 20/518:00NBO - MAA
1 stop11h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/5₹ 56,853

Chennai to Nairobi 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Chennai and Nairobi in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 368,610 searches. Data last updated 9 May 2024.
Mon 13/512:45MAA - NBO
1 stop19h 25mIndiGo
Mon 20/506:40NBO - MAA
1 stop32h 20mIndiGo
Deal found 8/5₹ 31,140
Thu 6/620:40MAA - NBO
1 stop24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 13/606:40NBO - MAA
1 stop30h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5₹ 33,728
Mon 13/512:05MAA - NBO
2 stops57h 00mAir India
Mon 20/520:05NBO - MAA
2 stops32h 35mAir India
Deal found 8/5₹ 35,147
Mon 13/506:00MAA - NBO
1 stop15h 05mAir India
Mon 20/520:05NBO - MAA
2 stops16h 35mAir India
Deal found 8/5₹ 36,316
Thu 6/620:40MAA - NBO
1 stop24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 13/606:40NBO - MAA
2 stops23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5₹ 40,740
Mon 13/521:30MAA - NBO
1 stop28h 40mQatar Airways
Sun 19/501:00NBO - MAA
1 stop29h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/5₹ 45,081
Sun 22/904:15MAA - NBO
1 stop11h 20mAir Arabia
Thu 26/913:55NBO - MAA
1 stop11h 10mAir Arabia
Deal found 8/5₹ 45,582
Thu 9/516:55MAA - NBO
1 stop28h 10mAir India
Mon 13/520:05NBO - MAA
1 stop25h 00mAir India
Deal found 6/5₹ 46,501
Sun 22/904:05MAA - NBO
1 stop22h 15mQatar Airways
Wed 25/901:20NBO - MAA
1 stop23h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/5₹ 48,254

One-way flights to Nairobi from Chennai

Search for one-way flight options from Chennai to Nairobi. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 368,610 searches. Data last updated 9 May 2024.
Mon 20/506:00MAA - NBO
1 stop15h 05mAir India
Deal found 8/5₹ 15,612
Mon 20/512:05MAA - NBO
2 stops20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5₹ 20,203
Mon 20/518:10MAA - NBO
3 stops50h 55mAir India
Deal found 8/5₹ 21,455
Sun 8/912:45MAA - NBO
1 stop19h 25mIndiGo
Deal found 7/5₹ 22,875
Sun 8/917:45MAA - NBO
3 stops45h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5₹ 26,465
Sun 19/501:50MAA - NBO
1 stop13h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/5₹ 28,134
Sun 8/917:30MAA - NBO
2 stops14h 40mIndiGo
Deal found 7/5₹ 28,802
Sat 7/901:50MAA - NBO
1 stop21h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 7/5₹ 84,570
Sat 7/901:50MAA - NBO
2 stops44h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 7/5₹ 97,426

Find flights from Chennai to Nairobi within your budget

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 368,610 searches. Data last updated 9 May 2024.

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Budget

₹ 33,728 - ₹ 131,237

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ChennaiNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

MAA - NBO

MAANBO

Chennai

Thu 6/6

1 stop24h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 13/6

1 stop30h 55m

₹ 33,728

ChennaiNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

MAA - NBO

MAANBO

Chennai

Thu 6/6

1 stop24h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 13/6

2 stops23h 00m

₹ 40,740

ChennaiNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

MAA - NBO

MAANBO

Chennai

Sun 22/9

1 stop11h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 26/9

1 stop11h 10m

₹ 45,582

ChennaiNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

MAA - NBO

MAANBO

Chennai

Sun 22/9

1 stop22h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 25/9

1 stop23h 10m

₹ 48,254

ChennaiNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

MAA - NBO

MAANBO

Chennai

Thu 6/6

3 stops25h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 13/6

1 stop30h 55m

₹ 69,125

ChennaiNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

MAA - NBO

MAANBO

Chennai

Sun 22/9

1 stop11h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 26/9

2 stops18h 25m

₹ 73,299

ChennaiNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

MAA - NBO

MAANBO

Chennai

Sun 22/9

2 stops31h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 26/9

2 stops22h 05m

₹ 73,967

ChennaiNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

MAA - NBO

MAANBO

Chennai

Sun 22/9

3 stops38h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 25/9

1 stop23h 10m

₹ 80,479

ChennaiNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

MAA - NBO

MAANBO

Chennai

Thu 6/6

1 stop11h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 12/6

1 stop23h 15m

₹ 131,237

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When is the best time to book a flight from Chennai to Nairobi?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Chennai to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on 3 May 2024.
The best time to book flights from Chennai to Nairobi is 10 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Chennai to Nairobi?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Chennai to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Chennai to Nairobi flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Nairobi by month

Plan your trip from Chennai to Nairobi by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Chennai to Nairobi is currently ₹ 38,393 while a return flight costs ₹ 66,268. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Nairobi (average of ₹ 366). Flying from Chennai to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 571). 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.

January

₹ 31,891

February

₹ 32,976

March

₹ 31,808

April

₹ 30,555

May

₹ 35,815

June

₹ 44,163

July

₹ 47,670

August

₹ 34,729

September

₹ 33,811

October

₹ 36,984

November

₹ 39,071

December

₹ 38,069

Temperature and rainfall in Nairobi by month

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

NBO

Temperature

17 - 21 °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 9 May 2024.
Air Arabia
8.0
Very Good
60 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

6.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 1

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food

Air Arabia
8.0
Very Good
60 reviews
Air Arabia
8.0
Very Good
60 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

6.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 1

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food

Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,428 reviews
Air Arabia
8.0
Very Good
60 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

6.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 1

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food

Ethiopian Air
7.4
Good
789 reviews
Air Arabia
8.0
Very Good
60 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

6.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 1

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food

Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,370 reviews
Air Arabia
8.0
Very Good
60 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

6.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 1

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food

Lufthansa
7.0
Good
7,691 reviews
Air Arabia
8.0
Very Good
60 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

6.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 1

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food

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 5 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Chennai to Nairobi for under ₹ 33,800 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Chennai to Nairobi for under ₹ 33,800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just ₹ 33,728, but on average you can expect to pay ₹ 74,468.

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

    Flying on Air Arabia is currently your cheapest option to Nairobi, with prices starting at ₹ 45,582. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways, with the lowest prices starting at ₹ 48,254 and ₹ 73,299, respectively.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Air India. According to our data, you can fly for as low as ₹ 15,612. Users have also found prices from ₹ 22,875 and ₹ 28,134 on IndiGo and Ethiopian Air, respectively.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Chennai to Nairobi?

    When booking a flight from Chennai to Nairobi, you may want to consider flying on IndiGo, Air India or Ethiopian Air as they are the most popular for this route.

  • What does MAA to NBO mean?

    MAA and NBO are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. MAA to NBO refers to a flight route from Chennai Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL), Nanyuki Airport (NYK), Amboseli Airport (ASV) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chennai to Nairobi that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Chennai to Nairobi flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Chennai to Nairobi with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Chennai to Nairobi flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chennai to Nairobi that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Chennai to Nairobi offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Chennai to Nairobi?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Chennai to Nairobi flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Chennai to Nairobi flight deals updated?

    The Chennai to Nairobi flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 8/5.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Chennai to Nairobi

Discover the top 5 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 368,610 searches. Data last updated 9 May 2024.
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 27,890Average₹ 34,341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 30,260Average₹ 41,430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air ArabiaCheapest₹ 41,528Average₹ 48,493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest₹ 45,418Average₹ 56,366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 51,333Average₹ 58,810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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