On this page, you can book flight tickets from Kisumu to Nairobi. The 264 km route is served regularly, with about 26 direct flights per week.
Flights on this route are operated by Kenya Airways, FlexFlight, and Jambojet. Ticket prices vary depending on the date, so we recommend using the price dynamics chart and the calendar to find the best deals.
The table shows direct flights Kisumu → Nairobi on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 50 min. Regular flights are operated by Kenya Airways, FLEX FLIGHT APS and Jambojet. Departures from Kisumu Airport airports, arrivals at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Wilson Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Kisumu — Nairobi by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 271 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 345 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Kisumu → Nairobi, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 224 | medium | May | AED 200 | low | Sep | AED 205 | low |
| Feb | AED 205 | low | Jun | AED 228 | medium | Oct | AED 219 | medium |
| Mar | AED 219 | medium | Jul | AED 270 | high | Nov | AED 210 | low |
| Apr | AED 261 | high | Aug | AED 279 | high | Dec | AED 289 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest weather in Nairobi is observed in February, when temperatures reach +26.8°C. The wettest month is April, characterized by frequent precipitation and high humidity.
The lowest flight price was recorded in June, starting AED 258. Prices peak in February, when tickets cost AED 345.
The optimal time for a trip is between June and September, when the weather is dry and flight prices remain moderate. It is best to avoid April due to the peak of the rainy season.
Regular air service between the cities is provided by 3 airlines, with Kenya Airways and the low-cost carrier Jambojet being the primary operators. The route is dominated by direct, non-stop flights operating daily. A detailed schedule, available departure days, and route options are presented in the list below; click on an airline card for more details.
Flights Kisumu — Nairobi depart from Kisumu Airport and arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Wilson Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 264 km, so the travel time on a direct flight usually does not exceed 45–60 minutes.
Flights are operated by Kenya Airways, Jambojet, and FlexFlight, providing approximately 26 departures per week.
Yes, most flights on this route are direct, allowing you to reach your destination as quickly as possible.
Flight prices are dynamic and depend on demand. You can check the current minimum for specific dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
Flights from Kisumu arrive at Nairobi airports, most commonly Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport.
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