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Flight deals from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.RM1,747 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Jan, returning Sun, 18 Jan.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 12 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 18 Jan, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,747, select.
Istanbul.RM1,754 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep, returning Tue, 16 Sep.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,754, select.
Istanbul.RM1,899 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Jul, returning Fri, 19 Sep.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 21 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 19 Sep, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,899, select.
Istanbul.RM1,899 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Aug, returning Sat, 6 Sep.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, 26 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 6 Sep, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,899, select.
Istanbul.RM1,926 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Nov, returning Sun, 16 Nov.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 16 Nov, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,926, select.
Istanbul.RM1,926 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 Mar, returning Mon, 10 Nov.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sat, 15 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 10 Nov, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,926, select.
Istanbul.RM1,983 per passenger.Departing Wed, 31 Dec, returning Sun, 1 Mar.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 31 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,983, select.
Istanbul.RM2,028 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Apr, returning Sun, 20 Apr.Return flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, 15 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 20 Apr, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,028, select.

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

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in January.
Mar
from RM2,087
Apr
from RM2,028
May
from RM2,044
Jun
from RM2,064
Jul
from RM2,040
Aug
from RM2,050
Sep
from RM1,754
Oct
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Nov
from RM1,926
Dec
from RM2,217
Jan
from RM1,747
Feb
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Direct flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Istanbul

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Istanbul: Alternative routes

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

Nairobi to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM1,747
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time7 hrs, 12 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week20

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Istanbul is RM1,747. 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.
7 hours and 12 minutes is the average flight time from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines, Asiana Airlines and ANA (All Nippon Airways) fly direct from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Istanbul.
As of March 2025, there are 20 flights per week flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Istanbul is usually March 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Istanbul Airport on Monday, 12 January 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 12 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 Istanbul 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 Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Air Arabia and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Travelling from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know

  • Expect to be airborne for around 7 hours 12 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Istanbul and Nairobi share the same timezone (UTC+3).

  • Each week, there are 10 flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If you'd like to jet off early, take the 01:10 Turkish Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight from NBO to IST is 22:20 with Turkish Airlines.

  • During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.

  • Getting to Istanbul (and then discovering more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is a breeze with Turkish Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between NBO and IST include:

    • Juba International Airport

    • Zanzibar International Airport

    • Mogadishu International Airport

  • Before booking your cheap ticket from NBO to IST, check if you need a visa to enter Türkiye (Turkey). Travel document and visa requirements can differ and are updated frequently. For the most up-to-date information, get in touch with the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're flying to.

How to find the cheapest flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is RM872. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM1,747. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Book 3 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from NBO to IST.

  • November is the cheapest month for tickets from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.

  • Snapping up a cheap ticket from NBO to IST is straightforward with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Enter your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.

Handy information about Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

  • Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Nairobi, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport can be reached in about 22 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 11 minutes.

  • Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near NBO. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • From Istanbul Ataturk Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It takes around 1 hour and 45 minutes to get there by public transport.

When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Istanbul. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.

  • When booking your flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 30ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap tickets from NBO to IST sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Istanbul

  • Start your Istanbul trip right by finding a fantastic stay. After booking your flight from NBO to IST, have a look at our range of accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are popular attractions which should be on every Istanbul itinerary.

  • You'll find more than one way to get to and from Istanbul. Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is also a popular choice. Browse the flight deals and timetables available from this international airport.

Complete your Istanbul trip with hotels and a car rental

  • Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, check out our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your Istanbul escape.

Plan the rest of your trip from Nairobi to Istanbul

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