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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Nairobi to Tokyo? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Tokyo.£652 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 Jan, returning Sat, 7 Feb.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sat, 31 Jan, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Tokyo Narita on Sat, 7 Feb, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From £652, select.
Tokyo.£659 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Feb, returning Sun, 15 Feb.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sun, 1 Feb, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Tokyo Narita on Sun, 15 Feb, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From £659, select.
Tokyo.£660 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Dec, returning Wed, 31 Dec.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 24 Dec, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Tokyo Narita on Wed, 31 Dec, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From £660, select.
Tokyo.£663 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Mar, returning Fri, 20 Mar.Return flight with Japan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Japan Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Fri, 13 Mar, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Inbound indirect flight with Japan Airlines, departs from Tokyo Narita on Fri, 20 Mar, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From £663, select.
Tokyo.£664 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Sep, returning Sat, 26 Sep.Return flight with Qatar Airways and Japan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in Tokyo Haneda.Inbound indirect flight with Japan Airlines, departs from Tokyo Narita on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From £664, select.
Tokyo.£666 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Jul, returning Thu, 30 Jul.Return flight with Air Arabia and VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, 14 Jul, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Inbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Tokyo Narita on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From £666, select.
Tokyo.£666 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Apr, returning Sun, 19 Apr.Return flight with Japan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Japan Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 16 Apr, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Inbound indirect flight with Japan Airlines, departs from Tokyo Narita on Sun, 19 Apr, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From £666, select.
Tokyo.£667 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Nov, returning Thu, 12 Nov.Return flight with Japan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Japan Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Tokyo Haneda.Inbound indirect flight with Japan Airlines, departs from Tokyo Narita on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From £667, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Tokyo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Nairobi to Tokyo flights are currently cheapest in February.
Dec
from £660
Jan
from £678
Feb
from £659
Mar
from £663
Apr
from £666
May
from £799
Jun
from £774
Jul
from £666
Aug
from £882
Sep
from £664
Oct
from £695
Nov
from £667

Alternative Nairobi to Tokyo routes

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Nairobi to Tokyo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£652
Cheapest month to flyJanuary

Finding cheap flights from Nairobi to Tokyo: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Tokyo: Tokyo Haneda, Tokyo Narita and Ibaraki.
The best price we found for a return flight from Nairobi to Tokyo is £652. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Nairobi to Tokyo. But we found flights with one or more stops from £652.
As of December 2025, there are no flights flying from Nairobi to Tokyo.
The cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Tokyo is usually January.
If you're flying from Nairobi, the cheapest airport near Tokyo is Tokyo Narita – which is 39.6 miles away from the centre of Tokyo. We've found flights into this airport from £652.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Nairobi to Tokyo on Saturday, 31 January 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Nairobi and Tokyo. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Tokyo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Tokyo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In December, the average temperature is usually around 19°C. August is typically the warmest month in Tokyo, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is February, with temperatures averaging 15°C. The rainiest month is May.
The cheapest airline that flies to Tokyo is Etihad Airways .

Flying from Nairobi to Tokyo: what you need to know

  • Nairobi is home to a couple of airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Nairobi to Tokyo departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL).

  • When it comes to landing in Tokyo, Haneda Airport (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT) are the major entry points.

  • Tokyo is six hours ahead of Nairobi and is in the UTC+9 timezone.

  • Leave plenty of time to make your Nairobi to Tokyo flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Tokyo

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Nairobi to Tokyo flights if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.

  • If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your plane ticket from Nairobi to Tokyo.

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  • Save on your Nairobi to Tokyo flight with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from Nairobi

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for Nairobi to Tokyo flights leaving from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • NBO is around 11 kms (7 miles) from central Nairobi. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Nairobi to Tokyo? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport:

  • Of the flights that depart from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, 67.1% touch down on time at their destination.

Arriving in Tokyo

Haneda Airport (HND)

  • Haneda Airport (HND) is approximately 18 kms (11 miles) from central Tokyo. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 15 minutes.

  • If you have a late flight from Nairobi to Tokyo, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near HND:

  • Hit the road running by picking up a Haneda Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and experience the lesser-explored corners of Tokyo and beyond.

  • Booking your vehicle from Haneda Airport about three weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.

  • You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.

Narita International Airport (NRT)

  • Once your flight from Nairobi to Tokyo has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 1 hour by car. Central Tokyo is approximately 56 kms (35 miles) from Narita International Airport (NRT).

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near NRT. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from Nairobi to Tokyo:

  • Forget about public transport schedules or long cab queues. Grab a Narita International Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare availability and rates from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Hire.

  • Snap up the best price by booking your ride from NRT four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.

  • You can find Narita International Airport at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.

Best time to go to Tokyo

  • February is the quietest month for flights from Nairobi to Tokyo, while April is the most popular. Figure out the best time to visit Tokyo based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.

  • Before locking in your Nairobi to Tokyo tickets, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).

  • Search for cheap flights from Nairobi to Tokyo in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.

More about Tokyo

  • Once you've booked your flight from Nairobi to Tokyo, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tokyo:

  • Tokyo Tower and Senso-ji Temple Yogodo are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Tokyo itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing.

Explore more of Japan

  • Yokohama is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Tokyo. Around 19 miles to the south-west, its top attractions include Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.

  • Around 250 miles west of Tokyo, Osaka is another essential stop in Japan. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.

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