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$1,004/person
$2,008 total
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Essential information to help you plan your flight from Philadelphia to Nairobi.
Cheapest Flight Round-trip
$787
Cheapest price found on Priceline for this route in the last 16 days. Found 6 days ago.
$245 below the typical $1,032 round-trip on this route.
Outbound · Nov 10
8:45 pmPHLPhiladelphia International Airport
12:05 amNBOJomo Kenyatta International Airport
19h 20m · 1 stop via Doha (DOH)
Return · Nov 17
1:35 amNBOJomo Kenyatta International Airport
2:50 pmPHLPhiladelphia International Airport
21h 15m · 1 stop via Doha (DOH)
Cheapest Flight One-way
$675
Lowest one-way price found on Priceline for this route in the last 16 days. Found 12 days ago.
The typical one-way fare on this route is $882.
Outbound · Oct 29
10:35 amPHLPhiladelphia International Airport
6:20 pmNBOJomo Kenyatta International Airport
24h 45m · 2 stops via Boston (BOS), Abu Dhabi (AUH)
Good deal price
$929
A round-trip at or under $929 is a good deal on this route right now.
75% of the fares we found on this route cost more; only a quarter cost less.
Timing Your Trip
The best day, time of day, season and booking window for this route.
Best day to fly
Tuesdays
Tuesday departures average $1,006 on this route, the lowest of any weekday.
$76 less than the average weekday, which is $1,082.
Best time to fly
Midday
Midday departures average $993 on this route, the lowest of any time of day.
$123 less than the average departure, which is $1,116.
Low season
September
Fares average $906 in September, the cheapest month to fly this route, bottoming out near $888 in late September.
$108 below the yearly average of $1,014.
When to book
5 weeks ahead
Fares on this route are lowest when booked about 5 weeks before departure.
Booking then averages $787, versus $923 in the final days before the flight.
Price Drop Deals
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$772Best Nairobi Hotel + Flight Packages
Philadelphia - Nairobi packages
Round-trip flight from Philadelphia
PHL to NBO
Glam Hotel Nairobi - Near Westgate Mall, Westlands
Nairobi, General Mathenge Road Off Peponi Road Junction
7.9419 Reviews4-Star Hotel
$1,112/person
$2,224 total
Incl. Flight + Hotel
Round-trip flight from Philadelphia
PHL to NBO
Hyatt Place Nairobi Westlands
Nairobi, 10 Lower Kabete Road
9.1395 Reviews5-Star Hotel
$1,605/person
$3,209 total
Incl. Flight + Hotel
Round-trip flight from Philadelphia
PHL to NBO
ibis Styles - Nairobi, Westlands
Nairobi, Rhapta Road
7.81,160 Reviews3.5-Star Hotel
$1,150/person
$2,299 total
Incl. Flight + Hotel
Round-trip flight from Philadelphia
PHL to NBO
Holiday Inn - Nairobi Two Rivers Mall by IHG
Nairobi, Off Limuru Road
8.6254 Reviews4-Star Hotel
$1,154/person
$2,308 total
Incl. Flight + Hotel
Round-trip flight from Philadelphia
PHL to NBO
Triple SSS Hotel
Nairobi, Ronald Ngala Street Junction Of Tom Mboya Street And Ronald Ngara Street, Opposite Nairobi City Centre Building
6.865 Reviews3-Star Hotel
$920/person
$1,840 total
Incl. Flight + Hotel
Round-trip flight from Philadelphia
PHL to NBO
The Boma Nairobi
Nairobi, Red Cross Road, Off Popo Road, Off Mombasa Road
7.9795 Reviews5-Star Hotel
$1,347/person
$2,694 total
Incl. Flight + Hotel
Round-trip flight from Philadelphia
PHL to NBO
Trademark Suites at Enaki Town
Nairobi, Kathini Avenue, Off Redhill Road, Nyari
8.635 Reviews4-Star Hotel
$1,537/person
$3,074 total
Incl. Flight + Hotel
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ibis Styles - Nairobi, Westlands
Nairobi, Rhapta Road
7.81,160 Reviews3.5-Star Hotel
Rental car included
Pick-up in NBO
$1,418/person
$2,835 total
Incl. Flight + Hotel + Car
Round-trip flight from Philadelphia
PHL to NBO
Holiday Inn - Nairobi Two Rivers Mall by IHG
Nairobi, Off Limuru Road
8.6254 Reviews4-Star Hotel
Rental car included
Pick-up in NBO
$1,422/person
$2,844 total
Incl. Flight + Hotel + Car
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PHL to NBO
Triple SSS Hotel
Nairobi, Ronald Ngala Street Junction Of Tom Mboya Street And Ronald Ngara Street, Opposite Nairobi City Centre Building
6.865 Reviews3-Star Hotel
Rental car included
Pick-up in NBO
$1,188/person
$2,376 total
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The Boma Nairobi
Nairobi, Red Cross Road, Off Popo Road, Off Mombasa Road
7.9795 Reviews5-Star Hotel
Rental car included
Pick-up in NBO
$1,615/person
$3,230 total
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Trademark Suites at Enaki Town
Nairobi, Kathini Avenue, Off Redhill Road, Nyari
8.635 Reviews4-Star Hotel
Rental car included
Pick-up in NBO
$1,805/person
$3,610 total
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Kozi Suites Nairobi Airport
Nairobi, Chady Road Syokimau
8.12,599 Reviews4-Star Hotel
Rental car included
Pick-up in NBO
$1,272/person
$2,544 total
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Round-trip flight from Philadelphia
PHL to NBO
Glam Hotel Nairobi - Near Westgate Mall, Westlands
Nairobi, General Mathenge Road Off Peponi Road Junction
7.9419 Reviews4-Star Hotel
Rental car included
Pick-up in NBO
$1,380/person
$2,760 total
Incl. Flight + Hotel + Car
Round-trip flight from Philadelphia
PHL to NBO
Hyatt Place Nairobi Westlands
Nairobi, 10 Lower Kabete Road
9.1395 Reviews5-Star Hotel
Rental car included
Pick-up in NBO
$1,873/person
$3,745 total
Incl. Flight + Hotel + Car
When is the cheapest time to fly?
Cheapest in late September at about $888
Fares from Philadelphia to Nairobi are lowest in late September, around $888, and September is the cheapest month overall, averaging $906. They peak in late December at about $1,219, $331 more than the low. The yearly average is $1,014.
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| Month | Average fare | Early month | Late month |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | $960 | $1,003 | $920 |
| February | $959 | $939 | $982 |
| March | $1,032 | $1,010 | $1,052 |
| April | $1,008 | $1,038 | $978 |
| May | $976 | $952 | $999 |
| June | $1,082 | $1,043 | $1,122 |
| July | $1,123 | $1,133 | $1,113 |
| August | $1,050 | $1,086 | $1,016 |
| September | $906 | $925 | $888 |
| October | $929 | $915 | $942 |
| November | $1,000 | $981 | $1,019 |
| December | $1,146 | $1,069 | $1,219 |
How far in advance should I book?
Cheapest about 5 weeks out at $787
Book about 5 weeks before departure for the best fares from Philadelphia to Nairobi, around $787. Booking in the final days before the flight costs about $923, $136 more. Booking six months ahead runs about $1,091.
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| Days before departure | Average fare |
|---|---|
| 180 days | $1,091 |
| 172 days | $1,096 |
| 164 days | $1,101 |
| 156 days | $1,096 |
| 148 days | $1,075 |
| 140 days | $1,034 |
| 132 days | $996 |
| 124 days | $968 |
| 116 days | $944 |
| 108 days | $927 |
| 100 days | $911 |
| 92 days | $887 |
| 84 days | $858 |
| 76 days | $835 |
| 68 days | $818 |
| 2mo | $804 |
| 52 days | $797 |
| 44 days | $792 |
| 37 days | $787 |
| 36 days | $787 |
| 28 days | $792 |
| 20 days | $813 |
| 12 days | $856 |
| 4 days | $904 |
| 0 days | $923 |
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Philadelphia to Nairobi. At $1,006 it is 7% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day, 11% above average.
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| Day | Average fare |
|---|---|
| Sun | $1,063 |
| Mon | $1,020 |
| Tue | $1,006 |
| Wed | $1,049 |
| Thu | $1,206 |
| Fri | $1,130 |
| Sat | $1,101 |
When is the best time of day to fly?
Midday (12pm - 2pm) is the cheapest time of day to fly from Philadelphia to Nairobi. At $993 it is 11% cheaper than the average time. Morning (5am - 12pm) is the most expensive time, 14% above average.
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| Time of day | Average fare |
|---|---|
| Morning | $1,273 |
| Midday | $993 |
| Afternoon | $1,128 |
| Evening | $1,070 |
What do round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Nairobi cost?
Share of fares in each price range, adjusted to current prices.
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| Price range | Share of fares |
|---|---|
| $400 to $800 | 15% |
| $800 to $1,200 | 30% |
| $1,200 to $1,600 | 29% |
| $1,600 to $2,000 | 15% |
| $2,000 to $2,400 | 6% |
| $2,400 to $2,800 | 2% |
| $2,800 and up | 2% |
Methodology: learn how we calculate these charts
The charts “When is the cheapest time to fly?”, “How far in advance should I book?”, “What's the cheapest day of the week to fly?” and “What do round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Nairobi cost?” are built from the prices Priceline customers actually paid for flights on this route over the past 12 months or more.
Where a route has too few bookings to fill every point in a chart, we borrow the shape of the curve from a group of routes with similar price behavior and fit it to the fares booked on this route.
Because past fares don’t reflect today’s market, we then adjust the historical prices for current conditions such as inflation and fuel costs, using the round-trip fares found in recent searches on this route.
The chart “When is the best time of day to fly?” is calculated directly from the fares found in recent searches, not from historical bookings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about flying from Philadelphia to Nairobi.
What is the typical flight duration from Philadelphia to Nairobi?
The flight from Philadelphia to Nairobi is about 7,440 miles. There is no scheduled nonstop service on this route, so the journey requires a connection.
Methodology
Flight times and distances come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time across all carriers on the route, computed the same way in both directions so the difference reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in method. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two airports, so the actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer.
Are there any direct flights from Philadelphia to Nairobi?
There are no nonstop flights from Philadelphia to Nairobi. The shortest connecting routing is on British Airways via London Heathrow, with American Airlines on the first leg (7h 15m), a 1h 55m layover, and British Airways on the second leg (9h 5m), totaling 18 hours 15 minutes. Qatar Airways also connects via Doha at 19h 20m.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.
What are the ground transportation options in Nairobi?
From Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, the fastest and most convenient way into central Nairobi is a taxi, which costs around KES 3,000 (about €22) and takes roughly 20–30 minutes depending on traffic. Ride-hailing apps like Uber and Bolt also operate from the airport with designated pickup zones, offering a similar door-to-door experience. The most-used budget option is the public bus, with Line 34J running every 20 minutes to the city center for just KES 35 and taking about 45–60 minutes. Private pre-booked transfers and hotel shuttle minibuses are also available for a more comfortable, fixed-price journey. There is no train service from the airport to the city center, though several car rental companies operate at the terminal for self-drive travelers.
References
- About Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
- From NBO Nairobi airport to the city center | GetToCenter
- Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
- ✈ Getting from Nairobi Airport to City Center
- Nairobi Airport Transfers | Bolt
- Jomo Kenyatta International Airport Pickup: Shuttles & Transfer | Uber
- Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)- Nairobi, Kenya - JKI Airport (NBO) - Nairobi, Kenya
When is the cheapest time to fly from Philadelphia to Nairobi?
Fares from Philadelphia to Nairobi are lowest in late September, around $888. September is the cheapest month overall, averaging $906, followed by October ($929) and February ($959). December is the most expensive month at about $1,146, and fares peak in late December at about $1,219. The yearly average is $1,014. Fares are adjusted to current market conditions.
Methodology
Seasonal fares come from Priceline's own air booking-summary archive, analysed in-house and refreshed monthly. For each day of the year we take a representative round-trip fare, a blend of the 25th-percentile and average ticket price over the route's bookings, and smooth the series into a seasonal curve; the half-month low and high and the monthly figures quoted here are averages of that curve. Thin and international routes borrow their seasonal shape from the nearest busy routes, with the price level anchored to the route's own bookings.
How far in advance should I book tickets from Philadelphia to Nairobi?
Book about 5 weeks before departure for the best fares from Philadelphia to Nairobi, around $787. Booking in the final days before the flight costs about $923, $136 more. Booking six months ahead runs about $1,091. Fares are adjusted to current market conditions.
Methodology
Booking-window guidance comes from the same monthly in-house analysis of Priceline's own air booking-summary archive. We aggregate the route's bookings by how many days before departure they were made, from about 180 days out to the day of travel, smooth the curve, and highlight the stretch of lead times with the lowest average fare. Thin and international routes borrow the curve shape from the nearest busy routes, anchored to the route's own price level. It reflects current fares and is refreshed monthly.
Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Philadelphia to Nairobi?
No overnight or red-eye flights operate from Philadelphia to Nairobi — there is no nonstop red-eye service, and no connecting itinerary has an overnight long leg. Travelers on this route fly daytime or evening segments that do not cross midnight in the air at both ends.
Methodology
Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times and block times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes. A flight counts as a red-eye when it departs in the afternoon or evening (3 p.m. or later local time) or in the early hours before 4 a.m., and is in the air at some point between midnight and 4 a.m. local time at both its departure airport and its arrival airport. An evening flight that lands before midnight at its destination is never counted, nor is a morning departure or a daytime long-haul that reaches the next calendar date only because of time zones. Each red-eye is labelled with its timing (for example, overnight and landing the next morning, or late-night and landing after midnight). For connecting itineraries the same rule is applied to the longer leg, from one representative day's flight search.
Which airlines usually operate this route from Philadelphia to Nairobi?
There is no nonstop service from Philadelphia to Nairobi; travelers typically connect through London Heathrow on British Airways, often with the transatlantic leg on American Airlines, or through Doha on Qatar Airways. The Heathrow routing takes about 18 hours 15 minutes, and the Doha routing about 19 hours 20 minutes. British Airways, American Airlines, and Qatar Airways are the main carriers on these connecting itineraries, all members of oneworld.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a typical fare is shown for a carrier, it is the median of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.
Which airport should I use in Nairobi?
Nairobi has two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International is the main gateway, located about 15 km southeast of downtown and serving all major international and domestic flights. Wilson Airport is closer to the city centre and handles mostly domestic and regional charter flights.
How do I get to Philadelphia Intl Airport from the city center?
Getting from downtown Philadelphia to Philadelphia International Airport is straightforward: the SEPTA Airport Line regional rail connects Center City to the terminals every 30 minutes and is the fastest, most popular, and most budget-friendly option, taking about 25 minutes. SEPTA buses (Routes 37, 108, and 115) offer a cheaper but slower alternative, while ride-share services and taxis provide door-to-door convenience at a higher cost, with flat-rate taxi fares from Center City to the airport set at $32. Driving yourself is possible with on-site parking garages and off-site lots with shuttles, though parking fees add up for longer trips.
References
- Taxis, Limousines and Shuttle Services | PHL.org
- A Guide to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) | Chase
- Public Transportation | PHL.org
- Philadelphia Airport Shuttle & Car Service - GO Airport Shuttle
- phl | Qantas AU
- Best prices on ticket flights from Philadelphia (PHL) with Volaris from USD267
- Find cheap flights to Philadelphia (PHL) | American Airlines
- Philadelphia Airport (PHL) to Philadelphia - Round-Trip Private Transfer in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - 40 minutes - 128285P1564 - Trip Canvas
Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Nairobi airport?
Four Points by Sheraton Nairobi Airport is located within the JKIA security perimeter, giving you five-minute access to Terminals 1 and 2 with a 24-hour on-demand shuttle. Several other hotels are also nearby, including Crowne Plaza Nairobi Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Nairobi Airport, and Argyle Grand Hotel Nairobi Airport, though none are within walking distance of the terminal. The airport itself has no purpose-built rest zones or cots for overnight stays, so most travelers book a nearby hotel for a comfortable sleep.
References
- Crowne Plaza Nairobi Airport Map & Driving Directions
- Nairobi Airport Hotel - Crowne Plaza Nairobi Airport
- Hotels near Nairobi Airport (NBO)
- NBO Airport Hotels - JKIA - NBO Airport
- Nairobi Airport (NBO) Guide 2026: Lounges, Wi-Fi, Hotels & Tips
- Nairobi Airport Guide (NBO) - Sleeping in Airports
- Nairobi Airport NBO Guide to Airport Hotels- iFLY
What facilities and services are available to travelers at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport?
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport offers free Wi-Fi to all passengers, with a dedicated network called “NBO Free WiFi” that requires email registration. Currency exchange services and ATMs are available in several locations, and banking services are also provided. There is a pharmacy that operates 24 hours, a children’s play area, and prayer rooms for those who need them. Duty-free shopping is available, along with additional shops selling souvenirs, newspapers, jewelry, and other travel essentials. Business travelers can use a business centre with photocopying, printing, and a small meeting room airside. A Port Health Clinic provides emergency medical care, and there is a designated smoking area called Burgundy House at gate 16, next to Java Coffee House.
Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Philadelphia and Nairobi airports?
Philadelphia International Airport offers comprehensive accessibility services through AccessPHL, including wheelchair assistance from ticketing through boarding, Aira visual and ASL interpreting, a Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program, quiet rooms, lactation suites, and children's play areas with scavenger hunts. To arrange wheelchair assistance at PHL, request it through your airline when booking or visit the airline's dedicated service station on the day of travel; family-friendly features include play areas and diaper-changing tables in every restroom. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi provides facilities for people with reduced mobility such as reserved parking, accessible washrooms, and elevators, along with baby and child care rooms. Wheelchairs at NBO should be requested through the airline at least 48 hours before departure, and the Sikika Center operates 24/7 to provide real-time support for passengers requiring special assistance.
What aircraft are typically used on flights from Philadelphia to Nairobi?
There is no nonstop service between Philadelphia and Nairobi. On connecting itineraries, Qatar Airways flies the long segment on the Airbus A350-900 or the A350 family via Doha, while British Airways operates the long leg on the Boeing 787-10 or 787-9 via London Heathrow. American Airlines also appears on the short leg to London, typically on a Boeing 787-9 or A350-1000.
Methodology
Aircraft types come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). For U.S. routes the type is grounded in the tail number that actually operated the flight; elsewhere it comes from the airline's filed equipment code. Where the source does not commit to a specific variant we name the aircraft family (for example Airbus A320 family) rather than guess, and where no reliable type is on file the aircraft is omitted rather than estimated. Types describe typical scheduled equipment and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute swaps.
Which airline alliances serve flights from Philadelphia to Nairobi?
Flights from Philadelphia to Nairobi connect rather than run nonstop, with the currently scheduled one-stop service flowing through the oneworld alliance. British Airways operates the long leg via London Heathrow, with American Airlines feeding the Philadelphia–London segment on some itineraries, and Qatar Airways offers a routing through Doha — all three are oneworld members, and no unaligned major carrier is currently scheduled on this route.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.
What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Philadelphia?
Philadelphia International Airport has several excellent lounge options for departing passengers, including American Airlines Admirals Clubs in Terminals A-West, B/C, and F, plus a Flagship Lounge in A-West. The American Express Centurion Lounge is located in Terminal A-West near gate A14, and the British Airways Galleries Club Lounge is also in A-West. Delta Sky Club is in the D/E Connector, United Club in the C/D Connector, and the Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club in the D/E Connector offers local food, craft cocktails, wellness amenities, and runway views. Minute Suites in the A/B Link accepts Priority Pass and is open 24 hours.
References
- Lounges | PHL.org
- Full List of Lounges at Philadelphia International Airport [2026]
- American Airlines Terminal at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
- Airport lounges at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) — The Points Party
- Chase Sapphire Lounge by the Club | Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
- Philadelphia, PA (PHL)
- Philadelphia International Airport PHL Lounges - PHL Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass
Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?
Same‑day changes and standby depend on the airline and fare class, with flexible and premium tickets offering the most reliable options on this route.