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Find cheap one-way flights from Nairobi to Istanbul starting at US$259.

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Cheapest airlines flights from Nairobi to Istanbul

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Saudia
From US$272
Air Arabia
From US$275
Etihad Airways
From US$287
EgyptAir
From US$334
IndiGo
From US$338
Qatar Airways
From US$357
Ethiopian Airlines
From US$413
Emirates
From US$415
Air Tanzania
From US$432
Kenya Airways
From US$457
ANA airlines

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Find cheap flights from Nairobi to Istanbul by different airports

Searching for potential routes that might be cheaper and faster? Check out these alternative flights from Nairobi to Istanbul.

  • Cheapest
    Saudia
    NBO
    06:45
    14h 10m
    1 transfer
    IST
    20:55
    Jomo Kenyatta International Airport - Istanbul Airport
    Wed, May 15Saudia
    US$272
  • Air Arabia
    NBO
    13:55
    18h 40m
    1 transfer
    SAW
    08:35
    Jomo Kenyatta International Airport - Sabiha Gokcen Airport
    Wed, May 1Air Arabia
    US$355
  • Air Arabia
    NBO
    13:55
    18h 40m
    1 transfer
    SAW
    08:35
    Jomo Kenyatta International Airport - Sabiha Gokcen Airport
    Wed, May 1Air Arabia
    US$355
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • When are flight tickets from Nairobi (NBO) to Istanbul (IST) the cheapest?

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from Nairobi to Istanbul based on the departure date and time of your selection. By analyzing data from all airlines, we've discovered that on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.
  • How much do flights from Nairobi (NBO) to Istanbul (IST) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around $694.
  • How long does it take to fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Istanbul (IST) and what is the distance?

    It takes around 7 hours 10 minutes to fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Istanbul (IST).
  • What is the transportation method from the main airport to downtown in Istanbul?

    • The distance from Sabiha Gokcen Airport to downtown is about 30km. It takes about 50 minutes by taxi.
    • The distance from Istanbul Airport to downtown is about 34km. It takes about 50 minutes by taxi.
  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Istanbul (IST)?

    Airlines with flights from Nairobi (NBO) to Istanbul (IST): All Nippon Airways, Turkish Airlines and Asiana Airlines.

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Nairobi to Istanbul Flight Information

Cheapest nonstop flight price

$259

Cheapest round-trip ticket price

$619

Off-season for travel

May

Peak season for travel

July

Flight distance

4,777.82km

Average flight time

7 hours 10 minutes

Popular airline

Ethiopian Airlines