Q: Can I fly back to India from Nairobi?

Returning to India from Nairobi COVID-19 testing requirements Visitors from Nairobi must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) test taken 72 hours before departing to India. Quarantine requirements Visitors from Nairobi are not required to quarantine after entering India. Find deals

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

For one-way options, check prices for Ethiopian Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as ₹ 19,913. Users have also found prices from ₹ 21,997 and ₹ 23,001 on SAUDIA and Air India, respectively. Find deals

Question 2

Can I fly to Nairobi from India right now?

Accepted Answer

Information is based on travel restrictions from India to Nairobi

Most visitors from India need to provide a negative COVID-19 test result and/or quarantine to enter Nairobi.

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from India must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) test taken 72 hours before departing to Nairobi.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from India are not required to quarantine after entering Nairobi.

Documents
Health Surveillance Form - Travelers, including those in transit, are required to complete the traveler's Health Surveillance Form online at “jitenge” platform before travel.

Electronic Visitor Visa - To visit Kenya for Business or Tourism, you require a visa.

An eVisa is the fastest and easiest way of obtaining a visa as you can submit an application and supporting documents online. If approved, you'll receive your eVisa confirmation electronically. When you arrive at immigration, you will be asked for your passport and eVisa to ensure you have proper documentation.

East African Visitor Visa - This visa is for travelers visiting Kenya, Rwanda and Uganda for tourism during one trip. You can travel freely between these three countries, entering and exiting each country multiple times. You must start your trip in Kenya. The visa becomes invalid if you travel outside of these countries.

An eVisa is the fastest and easiest way of obtaining a visa as you can submit an application and supporting documents online. If approved, you'll receive your eVisa confirmation electronically. When you arrive at immigration, you will be asked for your passport and eVisa to ensure you have proper documentation.

Symptom Tracing App - Travelers must submit daily health information to the Jitenge MoH Kenya platform for 14 consecutive days.

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Question 3

Can I fly back to India from Nairobi?

Accepted Answer

Returning to India from Nairobi

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Nairobi must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) test taken 72 hours before departing to India.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Nairobi are not required to quarantine after entering India.

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Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Air India, Emirates and Ethiopian Air are the most popular airlines when flying from India to Nairobi. Find deals

Question 5

What are the most popular routes from India to Nairobi?

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When deciding which route to take from India to Nairobi, consider Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl, Ahmedabad - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl or New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl, as they are the most popular.

Question 6

What are the cheapest flights from India to Nairobi?

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While on average a flight from India to Nairobi is generally ₹ 66,055, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is ₹ 19,993. When looking at the most popular route, (Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl), you can expect to pay ₹ 37,974 for that flight.

Question 7

Can I find flights from India to Nairobi for under ₹ 37,900 on Cheapflights?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are multiple flights from India to Nairobi for under ₹ 37,900. The cheapest flight booked recently is on SAUDIA for just ₹ 37,897, but on average you can expect to pay ₹ 40,907.

Question 8

Are there direct flights from India to Nairobi for under ₹ 42,300 on Cheapflights?

Accepted Answer

Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from India to Nairobi under ₹ 42,300. A good price for a direct flight from India to Nairobi is less than ₹ 47,931.

Question 9

Are there last-minute flights available from India to Nairobi for under ₹ 41,000?

Accepted Answer

There are currently 20+ open flights from India to Nairobi within the next 7 days for less than ₹ 41,000.

Question 10

Which airlines flying from India to Nairobi have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Accepted Answer

Air Arabia, Air India, and Kenya Airways are some of the carriers that may have flexible cancellation policies. You can use our site to filter for other airlines that may also have this kind of flexibility.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Travellers have found it’s best to book a flight 42 days in advance to save up to 24% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 42 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from India to Nairobi 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as ₹ 42,219, or ₹ 46,619 for flights within the next 24 hours.

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

Flights from India to Nairobi lean towards being more expensive in September. Prices are generally better when you fly from India to Nairobi in March, with the cheapest ticket starting at ₹ 28,944.

Question 13

When is the cheapest time to fly from India to Nairobi (IN - NBO)?

Accepted Answer

When flying from India to Nairobi, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time	COVID-19 safety
Etihad Airways	Cheapest₹ 29,144	Average₹ 48,298	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	COVID-19 safety	Search Etihad Airways flights
Air India	Cheapest₹ 33,552	Average₹ 42,550	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	COVID-19 safety	Search Air India flights
Oman Air	Cheapest₹ 34,975	Average₹ 42,894	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	COVID-19 safety	Search Oman Air flights
Air Arabia	Cheapest₹ 36,986	Average₹ 44,580	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time79%	COVID-19 safety	Search Air Arabia flights
Emirates	Cheapest₹ 41,647	Average₹ 61,276	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	COVID-19 safety	Search Emirates flights

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Cheap flights from India to Nairobi

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

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

When is the cheapest time to fly from India to Nairobi (IN - NBO)?