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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Edinburgh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Nairobi.617 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Nov, returning Sun, 16 Nov.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sun, 16 Nov, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From 617 €, select.
Nairobi.618 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Oct, returning Mon, 20 Oct.Return flight with Brussels Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 9 Oct, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 20 Oct, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From 618 €, select.
Nairobi.622 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Feb, returning Sun, 15 Feb.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 6 Feb, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sun, 15 Feb, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From 622 €, select.
Nairobi.622 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Nov, returning Sun, 7 Dec.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 27 Nov, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sun, 7 Dec, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From 622 €, select.
Nairobi.628 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Dec, returning Sun, 21 Dec.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Edinburgh on Sat, 6 Dec, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sun, 21 Dec, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From 628 €, select.
Nairobi.629 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Sep, returning Sat, 13 Sep.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 5 Sep, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sat, 13 Sep, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From 629 €, select.
Nairobi.630 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Jun, returning Mon, 30 Jun.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 11 Jun, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 30 Jun, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From 630 €, select.
Nairobi.634 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Aug, returning Wed, 15 Oct.Return flight with Brussels Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from Edinburgh on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Brussels Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From 634 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Edinburgh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta flights are currently cheapest in November.
May
from 649 €
Jun
from 630 €
Jul
from 771 €
Aug
from 921 €
Sep
from 629 €
Oct
from 618 €
Nov
from 617 €
Dec
from 628 €
Jan
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Feb
from 622 €
Mar
from 680 €
Apr
from 675 €

Edinburgh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Edinburgh to Nairobi below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.

Edinburgh to Nairobi: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found617 €
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Edinburgh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta is 617 €. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Edinburgh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta. But we found flights with one or more stops from 617 €.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from Edinburgh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.
The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport on Thursday, 6 November 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Edinburgh Airport and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Jomo Kenyatta 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.
Currently, Turkish Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.

Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO): what you need to know

  • Nairobi's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Nairobi three hours ahead of Edinburgh.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to board your EDI to NBO flight.

  • Travelling during a peak time like June? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. These are the top stopovers between EDI and NBO:

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Frankfurt Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

  • 308 € is currently the best price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flight. A return flight starts at 617 €. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.

  • It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from EDI to NBO. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.

  • If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from EDI to NBO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • Of the departures from Edinburgh Airport, 67.94% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • Edinburgh Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Edinburgh. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Expect a trip time of about 40 minutes on public transport.

  • Catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near EDI:

Arriving at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

Getting from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi

  • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Nairobi. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour 10 minutes.

When to fly to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Nairobi based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • Book your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for March if you want to go to Nairobi during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

  • July sees average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Search for cheap tickets from EDI to NBO sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Kenya

  • Nairobi has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Kenya you'll want to see. About 434 kilometres south-east of Nairobi, a trip to Mombasa will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Fort Jesus, Haller Park and Old Town of Mombasa.

  • Around 145 kilometres north-west of Nairobi, Nakuru is another essential stop in Kenya. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at ARTHUR GARDENS (WEDDING/EVENT GROUNDS), Upper Hill estate and Muhia's Conservation Forest.

Plan the rest of your trip from Edinburgh to Nairobi

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