Cheap Flights from Paris (PARI) to Nairobi (NBOA)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Paris to Nairobi? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £438. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Paris to Nairobi flights are currently cheapest in April.

Direct flights from Paris to Nairobi

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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Paris to Nairobi? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Paris to Nairobi: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£414
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time8 hrs, 29 mins
Most popular airlineDelta
Average flights per week39

Finding cheap flights from Paris to Nairobi: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Nairobi: Nairobi Wilson and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.
The best price we found for a return flight from Paris to Nairobi is £414. 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.
8 hours and 29 minutes is the average flight time from Paris to Nairobi.
Delta, Air France and KLM fly direct from Paris to Nairobi.
As of January 2026, there are 39 flights per week flying from Paris to Nairobi.
The cheapest month to fly from Paris to Nairobi is usually April.
If you're flying from Paris, the cheapest airport near Nairobi is Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta – which is 8.2 miles away from the centre of Nairobi. We've found flights into this airport from £414.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Paris to Nairobi on Thursday, 30 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 29 minutes.
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 Nairobi 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 Nairobi is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In January, the average temperature is usually around 20°C. April is typically the warmest month in Nairobi, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is June, with temperatures averaging 13°C. The rainiest month is April.
The cheapest airline that flies to Nairobi is RwandAir. And the cheapest airline that flies to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport is Air France.

Flying from Paris to Nairobi: what you need to know

  • You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from Paris to Nairobi. Check out your options for leaving Paris from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA).

  • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) and Wilson Airport (WIL) are Nairobi's primary gateways.

  • Jump on a direct Paris to Nairobi flight and you'll be flying for an average of 8 hours 25 minutes.

  • Nairobi's timezone is UTC+3, making Nairobi two hours ahead of Paris.

  • With 14 weekly flights between the two airports, Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is the most popular route. Hop on the earliest flight from Paris to Nairobi with Air France at 10:25. If you prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the last departure from CDG to NBO is with Kenya Airways at 20:35.

  • For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your Paris to Nairobi flight.

  • You can expect longer queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Nairobi

  • To score cheap Paris to Nairobi flights, reserve your journey two months ahead of your planned departure.

  • May is the best month for landing an amazing deal on a plane ticket from Paris to Nairobi. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll tell you as soon as a better deal is available on cheap flights from Paris to Nairobi.

  • Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops by using the filters. Or sort your Paris to Nairobi flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'

Flying from Paris

Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • You can get a direct flight from Paris to Nairobi leaving from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Start your trip at CDG and land at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO).

  • Kenya Airways is a well-known carrier that offers direct Paris to Nairobi plane tickets leaving from CDG.

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing Paris to Nairobi flights departing from Charles de Gaulle Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

    • Brussels Airport (BRU)

  • Located around 23 kms (14 miles) from central Paris, CDG can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Paris to Nairobi? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Charles de Gaulle Airport:

  • Of the flights that depart from Charles de Gaulle Airport, 61.46% arrive on time at their destination.

  • CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.

Paris Orly Airport (ORY)

  • Visit friends or family or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your Paris to Nairobi flight, browse these options when leaving from Paris Orly Airport:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ)

    • Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU)

  • ORY is about 14 kms (9 miles) from central Paris. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Paris to Nairobi? Unwind in a hotel near Paris Orly Airport before your break officially starts. Consider one of these stays:

  • When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Paris Orly Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76%.

  • ORY is located at 94396 Orly Aérogare.

Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)

  • From central Paris, BVA is around 72 kms (45 miles) away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to reach the airport by car and 2 hours 20 minutes or so if you're on public transport.

  • Sleep a little longer and still make your Paris to Nairobi flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Beauvais-Tille Airport make departure day a breeze if you're flying out early:

  • Flights that leave from BVA arrive at their destination within the scheduled time frame 66.39% of the time.

  • Beauvais-Tille Airport is located at Tille 60000, Beauvais.

Arriving in Nairobi

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

  • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is approximately 13 kms (8 miles) from central Nairobi. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 20 minutes.

  • It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.

  • Consider booking a hotel near NBO if you're coming in on a late flight from Paris to Nairobi. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Hit the road running by picking up a Jomo Kenyatta International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Green Motion or Hertz and explore beyond Nairobi's main sights.

  • Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport about three weeks before your trip.

Wilson Airport (WIL)

  • Wilson Airport (WIL) is roughly 2 kms (1.00 mile) from the centre of Nairobi. Once you've hopped off your flight from Paris to Nairobi, it takes approximately 15 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.

  • If you hop on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 45 minutes or so.

  • After your flight from Paris to Nairobi, rest your head at a hotel close to WIL. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:

  • Pick up a Wilson Airport rental car and set the course for your next destination. You can select from trusted companies like Auto-Union and Unicorn rent a car.

  • Avoid filling out forms on the spot and save time at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from WIL in advance so you can simply grab the keys and go.

Best time to go to Nairobi

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Paris to Nairobi. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Nairobi in February.

  • Lock in a Paris to Nairobi ticket departing in March if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Nairobi to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • July sees average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Look for cheap flights from Paris to Nairobi around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Nairobi

  • Start your Nairobi trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Paris to Nairobi, check out our range of accommodation options including:

  • Nairobi National Park and The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Nairobi itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Westlands Maasai Market D at the roof top.

Explore more of Kenya

  • Mombasa is just one of the many cities in Kenya waiting to be explored after you've experienced Nairobi. Around 270 miles to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Fort Jesus, Haller Park and Old Town of Mombasa.

  • If there's time to check out another side of Kenya, head for Nakuru, about 90 miles north-west of Nairobi. ARTHUR GARDENS (WEDDING/EVENT GROUNDS), Upper Hill estate and Muhia's Conservation Forest are the start of reasons to visit.

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