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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Nairobi from £451

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
EDI — NBO
30 Apr — 7 May1
1 adult
Tue 30/4
Tue 7/5

The best prices from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Nairobi are usually found in February or November, booked 37 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to Nairobi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Edinburgh (EDI) to Nairobi (NB0). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 25 April 2024.

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£707

Round-trip from

£529
High demand for flights, 41% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 24% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in April 2024
From Edinburgh Turnhouse to Nairobi

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Edinburgh to Nairobi?

Flights from Edinburgh to Nairobi are found to be more expensive on Wednesday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Nairobi.

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

To save on the cost of your flight from Edinburgh to Nairobi, book at least 37 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 79% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from £758 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as £794.

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

The best pricing can be found in the month of February. Prices to Nairobi from Edinburgh average £761. You can even find prices in February for less than £761, as users have found deals to Nairobi from as low as £459. The month of August appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Nairobi from Edinburgh. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 68%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Edinburgh to Nairobi (EDI - NBO)?

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 27% on flights from Edinburgh to Nairobi by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Cheap Turkish Airlines flights from Edinburgh to Nairobi

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Turkish Airlines for the route between Edinburgh and Nairobi. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 928,181 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.
Consider these cheap Turkish Airlines flights we've found departing from Edinburgh to Nairobi. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Thu 3/1010:40EDI - NBO
1 stop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Mon 7/1004:15NBO - EDI
1 stop13h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 23/4£518
Thu 3/1010:40EDI - NBO
1 stop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Sat 5/1003:25NBO - EDI
1 stop14h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 23/4£528
Mon 9/910:40EDI - NBO
1 stop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Wed 25/904:15NBO - EDI
1 stop31h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 23/4£546
Fri 10/510:40EDI - NBO
1 stop34h 45mTurkish Airlines
Mon 3/606:20NBO - EDI
1 stop35h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 23/4£554
Sat 7/910:40EDI - NBO
1 stop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Wed 18/903:25NBO - EDI
1 stop14h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 23/4£557
Sat 7/910:40EDI - NBO
1 stop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Thu 19/903:25NBO - EDI
1 stop32h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 23/4£566
Thu 5/910:40EDI - NBO
1 stop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Mon 30/904:15NBO - EDI
1 stop13h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 24/4£581
Thu 5/910:40EDI - NBO
1 stop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Mon 30/904:15NBO - EDI
1 stop13h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 23/4£582
Fri 6/910:40EDI - NBO
1 stop14h 35mTurkish Airlines
Wed 18/903:25NBO - EDI
1 stop14h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 23/4£651

Cheap Brussels Airlines flights from Edinburgh to Nairobi

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Brussels Airlines for the route between Edinburgh and Nairobi. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 928,181 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on Brussels Airlines flights travelling from Edinburgh to Nairobi. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Wed 11/912:20EDI - NBO
1 stop29h 15mBrussels Airlines
Wed 25/923:40NBO - EDI
1 stop13h 50mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 23/4£536
Fri 10/512:20EDI - NBO
2 stops30h 55mBrussels Airlines
Mon 3/622:30NBO - EDI
1 stop15h 00mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 23/4£590
Sat 7/915:55EDI - NBO
2 stops28h 35mBrussels Airlines
Wed 25/923:40NBO - EDI
1 stop13h 50mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 23/4£620
Fri 10/512:20EDI - NBO
2 stops30h 55mBrussels Airlines
Mon 3/622:30NBO - EDI
1 stop15h 00mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 24/4£631
Thu 3/1012:20EDI - NBO
2 stops30h 45mBrussels Airlines
Sun 6/1023:40NBO - EDI
1 stop13h 50mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 23/4£661
Thu 3/1012:20EDI - NBO
2 stops30h 45mBrussels Airlines
Mon 7/1022:30NBO - EDI
1 stop15h 00mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 23/4£674

Cheap Edinburgh to Nairobi flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Edinburgh to Nairobi specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 928,181 searches. Prices were last updated on 25 April 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Edinburgh to Nairobi in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Fri 10/505:55EDI - NBO
1 stop13h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/622:30NBO - EDI
1 stop15h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4£488
Fri 10/512:20EDI - NBO
2 stops30h 55mBrussels Airlines
Mon 3/622:30NBO - EDI
1 stop15h 00mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 24/4£631
Fri 24/520:30EDI - NBO
2 stops38h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/518:00NBO - EDI
2 stops39h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4£680
Sat 18/505:55EDI - NBO
1 stop13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 21/823:10NBO - EDI
2 stops21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4£683
Fri 24/505:55EDI - NBO
1 stop13h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/523:10NBO - EDI
2 stops21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4£715
Tue 21/505:55EDI - NBO
1 stop13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 21/823:10NBO - EDI
2 stops21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4£717
Mon 20/518:05EDI - NBO
1 stop25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 21/823:10NBO - EDI
2 stops21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4£731
Sat 25/505:55EDI - NBO
1 stop13h 20mLufthansa
Fri 31/523:10NBO - EDI
1 stop25h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 24/4£734
Sun 19/505:55EDI - NBO
1 stop13h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 21/823:10NBO - EDI
2 stops21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4£737

Edinburgh to Nairobi 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Edinburgh and Nairobi in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 928,181 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Edinburgh to Nairobi in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Fri 10/505:55EDI - NBO
1 stop13h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/622:30NBO - EDI
1 stop15h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4£488
Wed 16/1005:55EDI - NBO
1 stop13h 20mLufthansa
Wed 6/1123:55NBO - EDI
1 stop15h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 24/4£530
Wed 16/1005:55EDI - NBO
1 stop13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/1123:55NBO - EDI
2 stops22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4£568
Wed 16/1017:25EDI - NBO
2 stops17h 50mEtihad Airways
Wed 6/1118:10NBO - EDI
2 stops19h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 24/4£573
Thu 5/910:40EDI - NBO
1 stop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Mon 30/904:15NBO - EDI
1 stop13h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 24/4£581
Mon 14/1019:40EDI - NBO
2 stops23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/1123:55NBO - EDI
1 stop26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4£602
Mon 14/1019:40EDI - NBO
2 stops23h 35mSWISS
Mon 4/1123:55NBO - EDI
2 stops39h 00mSWISS
Deal found 24/4£602
Fri 10/512:20EDI - NBO
2 stops30h 55mBrussels Airlines
Mon 3/622:30NBO - EDI
1 stop15h 00mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 24/4£631
Mon 14/1018:05EDI - NBO
1 stop25h 10mLufthansa
Mon 4/1123:55NBO - EDI
1 stop15h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 24/4£637

Find flights from Edinburgh to Nairobi within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Edinburgh to Nairobi that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 928,181 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.

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Edinburgh TurnhouseNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

EDI - NBO

EDINBO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 10/5

2 stops34h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 3/6

1 stop15h 00m

£451

Edinburgh TurnhouseNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

EDI - NBO

EDINBO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 10/5

1 stop30h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 3/6

1 stop15h 00m

£458

Edinburgh TurnhouseNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

EDI - NBO

EDINBO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 3/10

1 stop13h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 7/10

1 stop13h 35m

£518

Edinburgh TurnhouseNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

EDI - NBO

EDINBO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 16/10

1 stop13h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 6/11

1 stop15h 00m

£530

Edinburgh TurnhouseNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

EDI - NBO

EDINBO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 11/9

1 stop29h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 25/9

1 stop13h 50m

£536

Edinburgh TurnhouseNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

EDI - NBO

EDINBO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 16/10

2 stops17h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 6/11

2 stops19h 25m

£573

Edinburgh TurnhouseNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

EDI - NBO

EDINBO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 14/10

2 stops23h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 4/11

2 stops39h 00m

£602

Edinburgh TurnhouseNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

EDI - NBO

EDINBO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 16/10

1 stop14h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 5/11

1 stop14h 05m

£822

Edinburgh TurnhouseNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

EDI - NBO

EDINBO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 26/6

1 stop14h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 6/8

1 stop24h 55m

£914

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When is the best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to Nairobi?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Edinburgh to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
The best time to book flights from Edinburgh to Nairobi is 36 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Edinburgh to Nairobi?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Edinburgh to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Edinburgh to Nairobi flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Nairobi by month

Plan your trip from Edinburgh to Nairobi by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Edinburgh to Nairobi is currently £0 while a return flight costs £600. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Nairobi (average of £658). Flying from Edinburgh to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,006). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

£555

February

£604

March

£570

April

£572

May

£570

June

£631

July

£808

August

£688

September

£593

October

£598

November

£529

December

£672

Temperature and rainfall in Nairobi by month

Plan your trip to Nairobi by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

NBO

Temperature

17 - 21 °C

Reviews of airlines servicing Nairobi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nairobi. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Nairobi. Reviews last updated 25 April 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Turkish Airlines, Brussels Airlines and Qatar Airways from Edinburgh to Nairobi to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
7.8
Good
2,064 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Very crowded flight. Staff brought refreshments regularly and the food was surprisingly good. But checking was very slow and they allowed way too many people with large suitcases on board making onboarding and off-boarding very slow and chaotic.

7.8
Good
2,064 reviews
7.8
Good
2,064 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Very crowded flight. Staff brought refreshments regularly and the food was surprisingly good. But checking was very slow and they allowed way too many people with large suitcases on board making onboarding and off-boarding very slow and chaotic.

7.7
Good
4,480 reviews
7.8
Good
2,064 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Very crowded flight. Staff brought refreshments regularly and the food was surprisingly good. But checking was very slow and they allowed way too many people with large suitcases on board making onboarding and off-boarding very slow and chaotic.

7.5
Good
3,688 reviews
7.8
Good
2,064 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Very crowded flight. Staff brought refreshments regularly and the food was surprisingly good. But checking was very slow and they allowed way too many people with large suitcases on board making onboarding and off-boarding very slow and chaotic.

7.3
Good
1,393 reviews
7.8
Good
2,064 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Very crowded flight. Staff brought refreshments regularly and the food was surprisingly good. But checking was very slow and they allowed way too many people with large suitcases on board making onboarding and off-boarding very slow and chaotic.

7.2
Good
378 reviews
7.8
Good
2,064 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Very crowded flight. Staff brought refreshments regularly and the food was surprisingly good. But checking was very slow and they allowed way too many people with large suitcases on board making onboarding and off-boarding very slow and chaotic.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Edinburgh to Nairobi?

    Located just 6.8 mi from the city center, Edinburgh Turnhouse is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Nairobi from Edinburgh. Booking flights from Turnhouse (EDI) to Nairobi should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Nairobi from 8 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Edinburgh to Nairobi for under £500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Edinburgh to Nairobi for under £500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just £451, but on average you can expect to pay £539.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Edinburgh to Nairobi round-trip?

    According to our current data, Turkish Airlines (£518), Lufthansa (£530), and Brussels Airlines (£536) offers the cheapest pricing from Edinburgh to Nairobi. Turkish Airlines is 31% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

  • What does EDI to NBO mean?

    Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport is EDI and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport is NBO. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL), Nanyuki Airport (NYK), Amboseli Airport (ASV) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Edinburgh to Nairobi that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Edinburgh to Nairobi flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Edinburgh to Nairobi with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Edinburgh to Nairobi flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Edinburgh to Nairobi that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Edinburgh to Nairobi flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Edinburgh to Nairobi?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Edinburgh to Nairobi.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Edinburgh to Nairobi?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh to Nairobi by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Edinburgh to Nairobi that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Edinburgh to Nairobi offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Edinburgh to Nairobi?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Edinburgh to Nairobi flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Edinburgh to Nairobi flight deals updated?

    The Edinburgh to Nairobi flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 24/4.

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Brussels AirlinesCheapest£379Average£537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapest£411Average£569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£481Average£577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£517Average£636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£521Average£659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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KLMCheapest£544Average£687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest£720Average£907FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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