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465 € Cheap Flights from Helsinki Vantaa to Nairobi

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Helsinki Vantaa to Nairobi? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Nairobi.465 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Mar, returning Mon, 16 Mar.Return flight with Norwegian Air Sweden and Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Norwegian Air Sweden, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Mon, 9 Mar, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 16 Mar, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From 465 €, select.
Nairobi.480 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Apr, returning Sat, 9 May.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Thu, 16 Apr, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sat, 9 May, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From 480 €, select.
Nairobi.493 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Apr, returning Fri, 24 Apr.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Thu, 9 Apr, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From 493 €, select.
Nairobi.499 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 May, returning Tue, 19 May.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Tue, 5 May, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, 19 May, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From 499 €, select.
Nairobi.499 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Mar, returning Tue, 19 May.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Thu, 5 Mar, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, 19 May, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From 499 €, select.
Nairobi.499 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Feb, returning Mon, 16 Mar.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Thu, 26 Feb, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 16 Mar, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From 499 €, select.
Nairobi.507 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov, returning Thu, 26 Nov.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 26 Nov, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From 507 €, select.
Nairobi.518 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep, returning Tue, 15 Sep.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From 518 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Helsinki Vantaa to Nairobi

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Helsinki Vantaa to Nairobi flights are currently cheapest in March.
Feb
from 890 €
Mar
from 465 €
Apr
from 493 €
May
from 499 €
Jun
from 613 €
Jul
from 770 €
Aug
from 781 €
Sep
from 518 €
Oct
from 560 €
Nov
from 507 €
Dec
from 570 €
Jan
from 592 €

Alternative Helsinki Vantaa to Nairobi routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Helsinki Vantaa to Nairobi? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Nairobi Wilson

3km from central Nairobi
Closest
from 934 €
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Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta

13km from central Nairobi
Cheapest
from 465 €
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Helsinki to Nairobi: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found465 €
Cheapest month to flyMarch

Finding cheap flights from Helsinki Vantaa to Nairobi: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Nairobi: Nairobi Wilson and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.
The best price we found for a return flight from Helsinki Vantaa to Nairobi is 465 €. 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 Helsinki Vantaa to Nairobi. But we found flights with one or more stops from 465 €.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Helsinki Vantaa to Nairobi.
The cheapest month to fly from Helsinki Vantaa to Nairobi is usually March.
If you're flying from Helsinki Vantaa Airport, the cheapest airport near Nairobi is Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta – which is 13.2 km away from the centre of Nairobi. We've found flights into this airport from 465 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Nairobi on Monday, 9 March 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Helsinki Vantaa Airport and Nairobi. 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 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.
In February, the average temperature is usually around 21°C. April is typically the warmest month in Nairobi, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is June, with temperatures averaging 13°C. The rainiest month is April.
Currently, Norwegian Air Sweden offers the cheapest flight tickets to Nairobi.

Travelling from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Nairobi: what you need to know

  • Nairobi is one hour ahead of Helsinki, where Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located. Nairobi runs on the UTC+3 timezone.

  • To avoid missing your HEL to Nairobi flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

  • We make it easy to book plane tickets from HEL to Nairobi with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers include:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

    • Brussels Airport (BRU)

  • Located around 16 kilometres from the centre of Helsinki, HEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.

  • In search of a hotel near HEL? If you've booked an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Nairobi, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:

  • When it comes to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport's on-time performance, data shows 60.23% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Nairobi

  • 237 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Nairobi flight. A return plane ticket right now is 465 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from HEL to Nairobi. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.

  • Scoring cheap tickets from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Nairobi is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to access the lowest prices across the month and walk away with an awesome deal.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight from HEL to Nairobi is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Save on your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Nairobi with the help of our filters. Select your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Nairobi

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

  • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi takes about 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.

  • It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes when travelling by public transport.

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Nairobi. Book one of these accommodation options near NBO instead:

  • Begin your adventure by picking up a Jomo Kenyatta International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Green Motion or Hertz and explore beyond Nairobi's main sights.

  • For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from HEL to Nairobi.

Wilson Airport (WIL)

  • Wilson Airport (WIL) is about 3 kilometres from the centre of Nairobi. Following your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Nairobi, it'll take you around 15 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • Public transport will get you there in about 45 minutes.

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near WIL. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your HEL to Nairobi flight:

  • Why wait around for a cab? A Wilson Airport rental car lets you start exploring right away. Put on your favourite playlist and hit the road with a set of wheels from Auto-Union or Unicorn rent a car.

  • Usually, the earlier you book, the better the prices and vehicle selection. Lock in your ride from WIL as soon as your plans are confirmed.

Best time to go to Nairobi

  • Before you book your flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Nairobi, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Nairobi offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.

  • Lock in a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Nairobi plane ticket with a departure in March to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from HEL to Nairobi in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.

More about Nairobi

  • Start your Nairobi trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Nairobi, check out our selection of accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, Nairobi National Park and Westlands Maasai Market D at the roof top are top sights which should be on any well-planned Nairobi itinerary.

Explore more of Kenya

  • You've done Nairobi, now it's time to explore more of Kenya. Journey around 434 kilometres south-east to Mombasa to check off its popular sights. From Fort Jesus to Haller Park and Old Town of Mombasa, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Around 145 kilometres north-west of Nairobi, Nakuru is another favourite stop in Kenya. Experience major highlights starting with ARTHUR GARDENS (WEDDING/EVENT GROUNDS), Upper Hill estate and Muhia's Conservation Forest.

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