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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Kuala Lumpur to Nairobi? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Nairobi.$1,033 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Feb, returning Tue, 17 Mar.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Wed, 18 Feb, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, 17 Mar, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,033, select.
Nairobi.$1,055 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 May, returning Tue, 12 May.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, 12 May, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,055, select.
Nairobi.$1,055 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Apr, returning Tue, 14 Apr.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Fri, 3 Apr, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, 14 Apr, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,055, select.
Nairobi.$1,062 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Mar, returning Fri, 13 Mar.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Fri, 13 Mar, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,062, select.
Nairobi.$1,063 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct, returning Wed, 28 Oct.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,063, select.
Nairobi.$1,063 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Mar, returning Tue, 12 May.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sat, 14 Mar, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, 12 May, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,063, select.
Nairobi.$1,063 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Sep, returning Sat, 3 Oct.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,063, select.
Nairobi.$1,064 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Jun, returning Sat, 13 Jun.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sat, 13 Jun, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,064, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Nairobi

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kuala Lumpur to Nairobi flights are currently cheapest in April.
Feb
from $1,070
Mar
from $1,062
Apr
from $1,055
May
from $1,055
Jun
from $1,064
Jul
from $1,193
Aug
from $1,196
Sep
from $1,076
Oct
from $1,063
Nov
from $1,091
Dec
from $1,082
Jan
from $1,901

Alternative Kuala Lumpur to Nairobi routes

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

Nairobi Wilson

3km from central Nairobi
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Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta

13km from central Nairobi
Cheapest
from $1,033
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Kuala Lumpur to Nairobi: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,033
Cheapest month to flyFebruary

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Finding cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur 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 Kuala Lumpur to Nairobi is $1,033. 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 Kuala Lumpur to Nairobi. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,033.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Kuala Lumpur to Nairobi.
The cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Nairobi is usually February.
If you're flying from Kuala Lumpur, 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 $1,033.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Nairobi on Wednesday, 18 February 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Kuala Lumpur 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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Nairobi is Air Arabia .

Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Nairobi: what you need to know

  • Start your holiday planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Nairobi. Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) are Kuala Lumpur's main airports.

  • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) and Wilson Airport (WIL) are Nairobi's chief entry points.

  • Around 9 hours is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Kuala Lumpur to Nairobi flight.

  • The timezone in Nairobi is UTC+3, which is five hours behind Kuala Lumpur.

  • The busiest route for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Nairobi is from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Take your pick of four services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from KUL to NBO is the 19:00 AirAsia X service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last available departure is at 19:00 with AirAsia X.

  • For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your Kuala Lumpur to Nairobi flight.

  • Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Nairobi

  • Lock in cheap Kuala Lumpur to Nairobi flights by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time for finding the biggest deals.

  • The best month for picking up cheap plane tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Nairobi is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.

  • Getting a cheap flight from Kuala Lumpur to Nairobi is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a better deal is available.

  • Find a cheap Kuala Lumpur to Nairobi flight with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Flying from Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

  • Depart from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) on a nonstop flight from Kuala Lumpur to Nairobi. From KUL, you can fly directly into Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO).

  • AirAsia X is a leading airline that offers direct Kuala Lumpur to Nairobi plane tickets from KUL.

  • We make it a cinch to find a Kuala Lumpur to Nairobi flight with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)

    • Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU)

  • Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Kuala Lumpur, KUL can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour.

  • Have an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Nairobi? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Kuala Lumpur International Airport:

  • 58.65% of flights taking off from Kuala Lumpur International Airport touch down at their destination on time.

Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)

  • SZB is around 18 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. It'll take you 25 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Nairobi, take it easy in one of these hotels near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport:

  • When it comes to keeping flights on track, Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 68%.

Arriving in Nairobi

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

  • The distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi is approximately 13 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Reserve a hotel near NBO if you have a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Nairobi. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Jomo Kenyatta International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Auto-Union, Green Motion or Hertz and find adventure across Nairobi and beyond.

  • Booking your ride from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport around three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.

Wilson Airport (WIL)

  • Central Nairobi is located around 2 kilometres from Wilson Airport (WIL). As soon as your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Nairobi has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 15 minutes.

  • Travelling by public transport will take around 45 minutes.

  • There are some comfortable places to lay your head close to WIL. Unwind after your Kuala Lumpur to Nairobi flight at one of these perfectly located options:

  • Touch down, grab your Wilson Airport rental car, and hit the road without missing a beat. Auto-Union and Unicorn rent a car are trusted providers you can book with here.

  • In general, the sooner you book, the bigger the savings and variety of vehicles. Secure your ride from WIL as soon as you know your dates.

Best time to go to Nairobi

  • February is the quietest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Nairobi, while July is the most popular. Work out the best time to go to Nairobi based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • When booking your Kuala Lumpur to Nairobi tickets, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. March is the warmest month in Nairobi, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 30ºC.

  • July has average temperatures of between 12ºC and 24ºC. Look for cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Nairobi around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Nairobi

  • Once you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Nairobi, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Nairobi:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Nairobi National Park, The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Westlands Maasai Market D at the roof top are popular attractions which should feature on every Nairobi itinerary.

Explore more of Kenya

  • Mombasa is just one of the many places in Kenya waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Nairobi. Around 434 kilometres to the south-east, popular attractions include Fort Jesus, Haller Park and Old Town of Mombasa.

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

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