Which airlines fly to Nairobi?

Air Arabia, IndiGo and Etihad Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Nairobi from Chennai according to our data. Air Arabia is the first choice among our users, with 30% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Nairobi. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Nairobi on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chennai to Nairobi?

Air Arabia and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Chennai to Nairobi

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chennai Airport to Nairobi?

Prices for flights from Chennai Airport to Nairobi refresh daily.

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As of July 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Chennai Airport to Nairobi.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chennai Airport to Nairobi?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Chennai Airport to Nairobi.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nairobi?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Nairobi can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Nairobi. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

₹ 25,760 Cheap Flights from Chennai to Nairobi in 2026

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10:00 - 13:10

MAA

NBO

29h 40m

1 stop

17:30 - 01:10

NBO

MAA

29h 10m

1 stop

₹ 54,029Ethiopian Air

Thu, 10 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep

10:00 - 13:10

MAA

NBO

29h 40m

1 stop

17:30 - 08:15

NBO

MAA

12h 15m

1 stop

₹ 54,318Ethiopian Air

Tue, 22 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep

18:00 - 10:30

MAA

NBO

19h 00m

1 stop

16:45 - 22:35

NBO

MAA

27h 20m

1 stop

₹ 54,801Multiple Airlines

Wed, 30 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct

16:10 - 12:45

MAA

NBO

23h 05m

1 stop

14:10 - 03:00

NBO

MAA

10h 20m

1 stop

₹ 56,441Multiple Airlines

Wed, 9 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec

18:15 - 05:40

MAA

NBO

13h 55m

1 stop

06:40 - 08:20

NBO

MAA

23h 10m

1 stop

₹ 56,730IndiGo

Mon, 17 Aug - Thu, 20 Aug

07:00 - 06:25

MAA

NBO

25h 55m

1 stop

16:45 - 14:50

NBO

MAA

19h 35m

1 stop

₹ 56,827Multiple Airlines

Tue, 25 Aug - Wed, 2 Sep

23:30 - 10:30

MAA

NBO

13h 30m

1 stop

16:45 - 20:25

NBO

MAA

25h 10m

1 stop

₹ 56,923Multiple Airlines

Wed, 19 Aug - Wed, 26 Aug

18:15 - 05:40

MAA

NBO

13h 55m

1 stop

22:45 - 03:25

NBO

MAA

26h 10m

1 stop

₹ 59,335Multiple Airlines

Mon, 3 Aug - Fri, 7 Aug

22:20 - 05:40

MAA

NBO

33h 50m

3 stops

06:40 - 01:05

NBO

MAA

15h 55m

1 stop

₹ 61,940IndiGo

Mon, 17 Aug - Fri, 21 Aug

16:00 - 14:10

MAA

NBO

24h 40m

2 stops

06:40 - 19:35

NBO

MAA

10h 25m

1 stop

₹ 63,002Multiple Airlines

Tue, 22 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep

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IndiGo flights from Chennai to Nairobi

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IndiGo

17 Aug

MAA18:15Chennai

13h 55m

1 stop

NBO05:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

20 Aug

NBO06:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

23h 10m

1 stop

MAA08:20Chennai

₹ 56,730

IndiGo

17 Aug

MAA22:20Chennai

33h 50m

3 stops

NBO05:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

21 Aug

NBO06:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

15h 55m

1 stop

MAA01:05Chennai

₹ 61,940

IndiGo

24 Aug

MAA02:30Chennai

29h 40m

1 stop

NBO05:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

2 Sept

NBO06:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

13h 55m

1 stop

MAA23:05Chennai

₹ 63,195

Qatar Airways flights from Chennai to Nairobi

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Qatar Airways

22 Sept

MAA04:20Chennai

27h 05m

3 stops

NBO04:55Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

30 Sept

NBO20:50Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

27h 30m

2 stops

MAA02:50Chennai

₹ 91,367

Qatar Airways

30 Sept

MAA04:05Chennai

27h 20m

3 stops

NBO04:55Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

5 Oct

NBO20:50Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

27h 30m

2 stops

MAA02:50Chennai

₹ 97,928

Qatar Airways

25 Aug

MAA04:20Chennai

27h 05m

3 stops

NBO04:55Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

2 Sept

NBO07:20Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

40h 50m

2 stops

MAA02:40Chennai

₹ 200,293

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ChennaiNairobi

MAA - NBO

MAANBO

Chennai

Thu 10/9

10:00-13:10

1 stop29h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 17/9

17:30-01:10

1 stop29h 10m

₹ 54,029

ChennaiNairobi

MAA - NBO

MAANBO

Chennai

Tue 22/9

10:00-13:10

1 stop29h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 30/9

17:30-08:15

1 stop12h 15m

₹ 54,318

ChennaiNairobi

MAA - NBO

MAANBO

Chennai

Wed 30/9

18:00-10:30

1 stop19h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 5/10

16:45-22:35

1 stop27h 20m

₹ 54,801

Fastest return journey

ChennaiNairobi

MAA - NBO

MAANBO

Chennai

Wed 9/12

16:10-12:45

1 stop23h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 15/12

14:10-03:00

1 stop10h 20m

₹ 56,441

ChennaiNairobi

MAA - NBO

MAANBO

Chennai

Mon 17/8

18:15-05:40

1 stop13h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 20/8

06:40-08:20

1 stop23h 10m

₹ 56,730

ChennaiNairobi

MAA - NBO

MAANBO

Chennai

Tue 25/8

07:00-06:25

1 stop25h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 2/9

16:45-14:50

1 stop19h 35m

₹ 56,827

ChennaiNairobi

MAA - NBO

MAANBO

Chennai

Wed 19/8

23:30-10:30

1 stop13h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 26/8

16:45-20:25

1 stop25h 10m

₹ 56,923

ChennaiNairobi

MAA - NBO

MAANBO

Chennai

Mon 3/8

18:15-05:40

1 stop13h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 7/8

22:45-03:25

1 stop26h 10m

₹ 59,335

ChennaiNairobi

MAA - NBO

MAANBO

Chennai

Mon 17/8

22:20-05:40

3 stops33h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 21/8

06:40-01:05

1 stop15h 55m

₹ 61,940

ChennaiNairobi

MAA - NBO

MAANBO

Chennai

Tue 22/9

16:00-14:10

2 stops24h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 30/9

06:40-19:35

1 stop10h 25m

₹ 63,002

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chennai and Nairobi?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from ₹ 65,510 to ₹ 82,732.
The lowest price recently found on this route was ₹ 54,029.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Nairobi?

If you don’t want to visit Nairobi in March, then you should wait until January to fly from Chennai, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of ₹ 42,548.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Chennai to Nairobi

How far is Chennai to Nairobi by plane?
The distance between Chennai and Nairobi is about 5048.4 km. Flights usually cover this in 10h 20m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chennai Airport to Nairobi?
Prices for flights from Chennai Airport to Nairobi refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chennai Airport to Nairobi?
As of July 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Chennai Airport to Nairobi.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chennai Airport to Nairobi?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Chennai Airport to Nairobi.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nairobi?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Nairobi can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Nairobi. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Chennai to Nairobi

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom ₹ 30,448	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 1,009 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
IndiGo	PriceFrom ₹ 41,259	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 578 reviews	Search IndiGo flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 46,144	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,486 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Air Arabia	PriceFrom ₹ 46,359	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 56 reviews	Search Air Arabia flights

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