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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Bangkok to Nairobi? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Nairobi.C$663 per passenger.Departing Thu, May 1, returning Sun, May 4.Round-trip flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departing from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi on Thu, May 1, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sun, May 4, arriving in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$663, select.
Nairobi.C$675 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jul 8, returning Sat, Jul 19.Round-trip flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departing from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi on Tue, Jul 8, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sat, Jul 19, arriving in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$675, select.
Nairobi.C$677 per passenger.Departing Sun, Jul 20, returning Tue, Aug 5.Round-trip flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departing from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi on Sun, Jul 20, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, Aug 5, arriving in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$677, select.
Nairobi.C$680 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jun 23, returning Thu, Jul 3.Round-trip flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departing from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi on Mon, Jun 23, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, Jul 3, arriving in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$680, select.
Nairobi.C$685 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jun 21, returning Mon, Jun 30.Round-trip flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departing from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi on Sat, Jun 21, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, Jun 30, arriving in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$685, select.
Nairobi.C$687 per passenger.Departing Wed, Aug 6, returning Fri, Aug 15.Round-trip flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departing from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi on Wed, Aug 6, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Fri, Aug 15, arriving in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$687, select.
Nairobi.C$688 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 2, returning Fri, Sep 12.Round-trip flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departing from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi on Tue, Sep 2, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Fri, Sep 12, arriving in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$688, select.
Nairobi.C$691 per passenger.Departing Thu, May 22, returning Sun, Jun 1.Round-trip flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departing from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi on Thu, May 22, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sun, Jun 1, arriving in Bangkok Suvarnabhumi.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$691, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Bangkok to Nairobi

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Bangkok to Nairobi flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from C$702
May
from C$663
Jun
from C$685
Jul
from C$675
Aug
from C$687
Sep
from C$688
Oct
from C$882
Nov
from C$890
Dec
from C$958
Jan
from C$890
Feb
from C$890
Mar
from C$967

Direct flights from Bangkok to Nairobi

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Bangkok to Nairobi: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$663
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time9 hrs, 8 mins
Most popular airlineKenya Airways
Average flights per week21

Finding cheap flights from Bangkok to Nairobi: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Nairobi: Nairobi Wilson and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Bangkok to Nairobi is C$663. 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.
9 hours and 8 minutes is the average flight time from Bangkok to Nairobi.
Kenya Airways, China Eastern and Vietnam Airlines fly direct from Bangkok to Nairobi.
There are 84 flights per week flying from Bangkok to Nairobi, as of April 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Bangkok to Nairobi is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Bangkok, the cheapest airport near Nairobi is Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta – which is 13.2 km away from the center of Nairobi. We've found flights to this airport from C$663.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Bangkok to Nairobi on Thursday, May 1, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 8 minutes.
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 April, 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 IndiGo, and the cheapest airline that flies to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport is Kenya Airways.

Flying from Bangkok to Nairobi: what you need to know

  • Start your travel planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Bangkok to Nairobi. Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) are the main airports in Bangkok.

  • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) and Wilson Airport (WIL) are Nairobi's major gateways.

  • Around 9 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Bangkok to Nairobi flight.

  • The timezone in Nairobi is UTC+3, which is four hours behind Bangkok.

  • With five flights a week between the two airports, Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is the busiest route. Board the first flight from Bangkok to Nairobi with Kenya Airways at 01:00. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest flight from BKK to NBO is with Kenya Airways at 01:00.

  • To ensure you get on your Bangkok to Nairobi flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Nairobi

  • Book three months before flying. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Bangkok to Nairobi flights.

  • Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for landing an incredible deal on plane tickets from Bangkok to Nairobi. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from Bangkok to Nairobi by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your Bangkok to Nairobi flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'

Flying from Bangkok

Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)

  • If you're looking for a direct flight from Bangkok to Nairobi, you can leave from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). Travel from BKK to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in one seamless trip.

  • Lock in your Bangkok to Nairobi plane tickets with Kenya Airways. This carrier is a top choice for direct flights from BKK.

  • We make it simple to find a Bangkok to Nairobi flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

    • Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)

  • The journey from central Bangkok to BKK takes about 1 hour 5 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Have an early flight from Bangkok to Nairobi? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Suvarnabhumi Airport:

  • When it comes to Suvarnabhumi Airport's on-time performance, 67.87% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)

  • Break up your Bangkok to Nairobi flight with a stop at Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM). A major stopover between Don Mueang International Airport and Nairobi, it's a good opportunity to recharge before the next leg of your journey.

  • DMK is around 21 kilometres from central Bangkok. It'll take 30 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Start your vacation sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Bangkok to Nairobi, take it easy in one of these hotels near Don Mueang International Airport:

  • 66.48% of flights taking off from Don Mueang International Airport arrive according to schedule.

Arriving 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 11 kilometres away.

  • It usually takes 1 hour 10 minutes to get there on public transport.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Bangkok to Nairobi, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near NBO:

  • Go where the road takes you with a Jomo Kenyatta International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Auto-Union, Green Motion or Hertz and discover more of Nairobi and beyond.

  • Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.

Wilson Airport (WIL)

  • Central Nairobi is about 2 kilometres from Wilson Airport (WIL). After your flight from Bangkok to Nairobi has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 15 minutes.

  • If you hop on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 45 minutes or so.

  • After your flight from Bangkok to Nairobi, rest your head at a hotel near WIL. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:

  • Why waste time waiting for public transport? A Wilson Airport rental car lets you start your journey right away. Crank up the music and hit the highway with a set of wheels from Auto-Union or Unicorn rent a car.

  • Save time at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from WIL ahead of time so you can simply pick up the keys and get on your way.

Best time to go to Nairobi

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Bangkok to Nairobi. To travel when it's less crowded, visit Nairobi in February.

  • The warmest month in Nairobi is March, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Bangkok to Nairobi ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Look for cheap flights from Bangkok to Nairobi in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.

More about Nairobi

  • Once you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Nairobi, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Nairobi:

  • Nairobi National Park and The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Nairobi travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Westlands Maasai Market D at the roof top.

Explore more of Kenya

  • Nairobi has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Kenya just waiting to be explored. Around 434 kilometres south-east of Nairobi, a trip to Mombasa will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Fort Jesus, Haller Park and Old Town of Mombasa.

  • If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Kenya, consider Nakuru, about 145 kilometres north-west of Nairobi. ARTHUR GARDENS (WEDDING/EVENT GROUNDS), Upper Hill estate and Muhia's Conservation Forest are among its highlights.

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