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$259 Find Cheap Flights from Cairo to Nairobi

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Cairo to Nairobi, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
$457
Typical prices: $422-$491
Egyptair
Mon 2/23Sun 3/1
CAI - NBO • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$259
Typical prices: $219-$358
Qatar Airways
Tue 2/3
CAI - NBO • 1 stop
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Cheapest • from $457 (round-trip)
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Cheap Flights from Cairo to Nairobi (CAI-NBO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Cairo to Nairobi that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Cairo to Nairobi

Mon, Feb 23 - Sun, Mar 1
Egyptair Logo
9:35 pm - 3:30 am
CAI
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NBO
4h 55mnonstop
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4:20 am - 8:30 am
NBO
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CAI
5h 10mnonstop
$457Egyptair
Tue, Feb 17 - Thu, Feb 19
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4:45 pm - 3:20 am
CAI
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NBO
9h 35m
1 stop
flynas Logo
4:10 am - 3:55 pm
NBO
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CAI
12h 45m
1 stop
$462flynas
Mon, Mar 30 - Mon, Apr 6
Ethiopian Air Logo
6:20 am - 1:10 pm
CAI
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NBO
29h 50m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
5:30 pm - 1:05 am
NBO
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CAI
8h 35m
1 stop
$475Ethiopian Air
Sun, Feb 8 - Mon, Feb 16
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:20 am - 1:10 pm
CAI
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NBO
9h 50m
1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
5:30 pm - 1:20 am
NBO
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CAI
8h 50m
1 stop
$477Ethiopian Air
Mon, Mar 30 - Mon, Apr 6
Ethiopian Air Logo
4:55 pm - 1:10 pm
CAI
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NBO
19h 15m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
5:30 pm - 1:05 am
NBO
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CAI
8h 35m
1 stop
$478Ethiopian Air
Tue, Feb 24 - Sun, Mar 1
Gulf Air Logo
4:15 am - 2:40 pm
CAI
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NBO
9h 25m
1 stop
Gulf Air Logo
8:20 am - 2:50 pm
NBO
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CAI
31h 30m
1 stop
$483Gulf Air
Tue, Mar 17 - Mon, Mar 23
Ethiopian Air Logo
5:05 pm - 1:10 pm
CAI
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NBO
19h 05m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
5:30 pm - 1:20 am
NBO
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CAI
8h 50m
1 stop
$488Ethiopian Air
Fri, Apr 10 - Fri, Apr 24
Egyptair Logo
7:55 pm - 1:55 am
CAI
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NBO
5h 00mnonstop
Egyptair Logo
5:55 am - 11:05 am
NBO
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CAI
5h 10mnonstop
$489Egyptair
Wed, Feb 11 - Sun, Feb 22
Gulf Air Logo
4:15 am - 7:20 am
CAI
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NBO
26h 05m
1 stop
Gulf Air Logo
8:20 am - 2:50 pm
NBO
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CAI
31h 30m
1 stop
$492Gulf Air
Mon, Mar 30 - Mon, Apr 6
Ethiopian Air Logo
4:55 pm - 1:10 pm
CAI
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NBO
19h 15m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
5:30 pm - 1:05 am
NBO
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CAI
8h 35m
1 stop
$508Ethiopian Air
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Cairo to Nairobi flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Cairo to Nairobi to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Cairo to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Cairo to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport departing in February.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cairo to Nairobi?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Cairo to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

When flying from Cairo to Nairobi, you should consider leaving on a Friday and avoid Saturdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Cairo, you’ll find the best rates on Fridays and the most expensive ones on Sundays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Cairo to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Cairo to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport is November, where tickets cost $423 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $679 and $583 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Cairo to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $482, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Cairo to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Cairo to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Cairo to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 3% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Cairo to Nairobi

 
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Expert on NBO

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Ramsey Qubein

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An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight$259
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 6% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Cairo to Nairobi

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cairo to Nairobi based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Cairo to Nairobi flights

  • Can I rent a car at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)?

    Yes, you can rent a car at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Rental car agencies are typically located at the Arrivals Hall of Terminal 1, which is the main terminal for international flights. They are situated on the ground level, making it convenient for travelers to access the car rental services upon arrival.

  • Can I purchase an economy ticket from Cairo to Nairobi and then upgrade to business class?

    Yes, you can purchase an economy ticket from Cairo to Nairobi and upgrade to business class with EgyptAir. EgyptAir allows passengers to upgrade their tickets using their "Bid Upgrade" program. Passengers can place a bid for a business class seat, and if accepted, they can enjoy the upgraded experience on the flight.

  • What are the layover options for flights from Cairo to Nairobi?

    Some common layover options for flights from Cairo to Nairobi include Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) in Ethiopia and Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH) in Qatar. These airports are frequently used as transit points for connecting flights between the two cities.

  • Which other nearby cities can I fly to through Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)?

    From Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), you can fly to various nearby cities and international destinations. Some of the nearby cities you can fly to include Mombasa, Kisumu, Dar es Salaam, Zanzibar, Addis Ababa, Kigali, Entebbe, and Johannesburg. Additionally, there are connections to major cities in Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Cairo to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Cairo to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport was $259 for a one-way ticket and $457 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Cairo and Nairobi?

    Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to Nairobi from Cairo.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Cairo to Nairobi?

    The Boeing 737-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Cairo to Nairobi flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Cairo to Nairobi?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Cairo and Nairobi, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Cairo to Nairobi?

    There are nonstop flights from Cairo to Nairobi on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Cairo to Nairobi, Air Arabia or Qatar Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Cairo to Nairobi are Air Arabia and Qatar Airways. With an average price for the route of $483 and an overall rating of 7.7, Air Arabia is the most popular choice. Qatar Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $548 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Cairo to Nairobi?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Cairo to Nairobi.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Cairo to Nairobi?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Nairobi from Cairo is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Cairo to Nairobi?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Nairobi with an airline and back to Cairo with another airline. Booking your flights between Cairo and NBO can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Cairo to Nairobi?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Nairobi from Cairo up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Cairo to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $398 or less one-way and $519 or less round-trip.
  • Flights from Cairo to Nairobi depart from Cairo International Airport (CAI) and land at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). The distance from downtown Cairo to Cairo International Airport (CAI) is approximately 9 miles. The best way to connect is by using a taxi or a private car service, which takes around 30 minutes, depending on traffic conditions.
  • If you’re flying with your four-legged companion, consider using Emirates since it is an appropriate airline to fly with a pet, allowing pets to travel in the cargo hold. The weight limit for the pet and its crate combined is typically 165 lb. However, it's essential to check the airline's specific guidelines as they may vary based on the destination and aircraft.
  • Emirates is a suitable airline to fly with kids, offering various amenities to make the journey comfortable. They provide special children's meals, entertainment options like kids' movies and TV shows, and activity packs with coloring books and toys. Additionally, bassinets are available for infants on long-haul flights, subject to availability.
  • If you have luggage with you, consider flying with Delta Air Lines, a specific airline with carry-on baggage policies. For most flights, the carry-on weight limit is 15 lb, and the maximum size is 22 x 14 x 9 inches. Additionally, passengers are allowed one personal item such as a purse or laptop bag.
  • Passengers with Reduced Mobility (PRMs) on flights from CAI to NBO can avail special services to ensure a comfortable journey. Specific services may include wheelchair assistance, priority boarding, dedicated seating, and assistance with boarding and deplaning. It's advised to inform the airline in advance to arrange these services accordingly.

Prefer to fly direct from Cairo to Nairobi?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Cairo to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from Cairo Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Cairo to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Monday

Egyptair

Egyptair

Tuesday

Egyptair

Egyptair

Wednesday

Egyptair

Egyptair

Thursday

Egyptair

Egyptair

Friday

Egyptair

Egyptair

Saturday

Egyptair

Egyptair

Sunday

Egyptair

Egyptair

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Direct returns

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Cairo

Monday

Egyptair

Egyptair

Tuesday

Egyptair

Egyptair

Wednesday

Egyptair

Egyptair

Thursday

Egyptair

Egyptair

Friday

Egyptair

Egyptair

Saturday

Egyptair

Egyptair

Sunday

Egyptair

Egyptair

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Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Cairo to Nairobi

 
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Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Cairo to Nairobi? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.7
Air ArabiaOverall score based on 55 reviews
8.1Crew
6.9Food
7.5Comfort
5.7Entertainment
7.8Boarding
Airline reviews

Much better seats on Airbus 321. Food prices are very reasonable.

8.0 ExcellentKrzysztof, Jan 2026
SHJ - BKK
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Much better seats on Airbus 321. Food prices are very reasonable.

My flight BKK–SHJ–TBS was changed, and I was notified only by an email that went into my spam folder. I found out only 1 day before the flight when I checked in online. The new flight had a 15-hour layover in SHJ and arrived in TBS 1 day later than my original plan. I needed to adjust my plan urgently and lost the cost of one hotel night because the free cancellation period was over.

My flight BKK-SHJ-TBS was changed and I was notified only by email which went into spam folder. I found out only 1 day before the flight when I checked in online. The new flight had a 15-hour layover in SHJ and arrived in TBS 1 day later than my original plan! I needed to adjust the plan urgently and lost the cost of one hotel night because the free cancellation period was over.

The flight was slightly delayed because of change of plane but informed beforehand. Flight was very good and comfortable

Superb like always. On time and quite comfortable. Only thing is that the arrival movement was by bus.

We were boarded by bus. That was a bit of pain.

This flight was a very good trip for us. The crew were very friendly and helpful. They made arrangements for my husband to have assistance in boarding. We were not expecting a meal, so it was a pleasant surprise on this short flight to have a meal and beverage from a very courteous crew.

The seat cushions are absolutely lacking, not sure if they know the passengers are traveling for 14 hours straight, but the padding made our back and butt ache like crazy. The entertainment console had its own problems, either the headphone jack wasn't working or the power outlet via usb or ac outlet was not working. Not to mention the seat handles were not adjustable in some planes in the middle or on the aisle. Qatar/Indigo may be operating a very old fleet of planes to make as much profit as possible, but passengers may not be following them for long, should this treatment of its customers continue. Qatar/Indigo, wake up and do it right by your customers, or they may not be your customers anymore.

Very efficient and professional staff. Food was good and so was entertainment selection.

As good as you can expect an economy flight from Europe to Australia to be. Nothing agains Qatar, just feels like every new generation of plane gets tighter.

no qatar did noting wrong Kayak messed up my whole vacation . Went early to check in at The Cairo, Egypt airport to find our I had not tickets to board , Kayak and/or Affirm never sent the money for my flight that I paid for and booked. So I had no flight at 12am in a foreign country and I had to scramble and find anther very costly other option just so that could fly home. Fucken horrible experience.

Awesome hospitality, awesome staff, awesome food & awesome travel time. Thanks

My flight was delayed. I was rebooked twice and even the second flight that was additional connection in London was delayed too, so I ended up spending more than 24 hours flying between four different countries and to be honest I’m not sure whether I ever want to use this airline again. My luggage is still delete. It’s been more than 48 hours now so to be honest, I’m not even sure how to describe the level of frustration I have.

My flight was with American Airlines 120. The flight was delayed 3 hours and I missed my connection. When I arrived in Doha, the AA staff told me to call an 800 number to rebook a different flight, which was unacceptable. Eventually a Qatar Air staff member helped rebook me on a flight to Manila, that was 12 hours later. They offered me a hotel and meal voucher which I declined, because I didn’t want to leave the airport. Long story short, I spent 12 hours in the Doha airport waiting for my next flight.

Reason for travelling Tampa to Orlando is to fly Qatar Airline. we end up with American Airline. This was the miserable experience I ever had in my entire travel history. Flight attendants were rude. They hit my knee with the food cart and I was holding ice pack for 2 hours. I still have the pain after a week. WE boarded the flight twice because of the temperature inside the plan.

I’ve flown with Qatar multiple times and the service has always been great. Very professional, organized, the food is delicious and plentiful, tons of entertainment.

A bit chaotic boarding flight but over all good experience.

We had a good flight experience with this airline despite reading many negative comments

The plane was ok, I was in business class and was surprised there were no pods and each seat was right next to another one. That said it was comfortable and the food and coffee were good. Entertainment wise again I was surprised to see only movies and no TV shows. Check-in at Toronto Pearson was an absolute disaster, which was especially disappointing as I was a business class passenger. There was no dedicated staffing for the business counter and four (4) airlines employees assisted one economy class passenger for about 15 minutes when one could have easily assisted me. Overall room for improvement, particularly in the on-ground experience and airplane infrastructure.

Check in took over an hour because printer was not working. Attendant did not know how to give free layover Addis Ababa hotel vouchers or update frequent flyer number. After repeated attempts, got voucher emailed. However hotel wanted printed voucher hence more delay. Bus time from hotel back to airport was printed 4:50 hours, but hotel reception called at 3 pm saying bus will leave at 4 pm. Then hotel reception called again saying 4:15 pm. We rushed at 4:15 pm and bus was not ready until 4:40 pm. Many audio outlets were not working in planes.

I have my baggage left either in Jeddah or Addis and undelivered to Abuja

Our first flight was delayed and when we got off that plane, nobody was really helping to direct us to the next gate. It was very frustrating. One staff simply said hurry, which wasn’t helpful. We had to go a long way to get to the next gate. Another issue on the plane itself was the bathrooms were disgusting and filthy and it didn’t seem like anybody was checking on them were cleaning them and it was a long flight. There was urine on the floor and they stunk. Also, the screen in front of my seat did not work, and I tried different headphones and still had no sound. You would think somehow those things are reviewed occasionally for working order.

The Boeing 737 MAX on this route, flown in the middle of the night, is an UTTER FAILURE for business travellers. The whole point of business travel is to arrive alert and recover from travel quickly, and this little aeroplane with its quarter recline uncomfortable business seats does nothing for that. It’s a small step up from economy in that you have decent legroom, but that’s it. Absolute margin at the cost of the traveller.

The food was terrible and the seating was uncomfortable, but the airline did a great thing letting us board in Abbis Ababa on our connecting flight after our original flight was very delayed.

Food hardly ever changes Videos not often updated for often travel.

It was an old aircraft, stiff seats almost wooden chairs with thin cushions. Food was ok.

Very basic service in business class. Mediocre will be the right word to describe them. Also, we arrived 8 hours late.

Flight was delayed for 3 hrs and there is nothing at the terminal except going back through security again. Food was offered but no vegetarian option

The worst experience ever, me and my little daughter suffered a lot on this trip. If there is zero or below-zero evaluation, definitely, I will give them.

Website for Egyptair Plus needs to be refined or go back to the old one...!

The flight was late 1 hr in amman with no ac

I lost my bad at Cairo’s airpor… it wasn’t shipped with me on the plane

Has upgraded from inside from leather sets to new version of touch screens ,,thank u

There is no respect or customer service whatsoever in Egypt airline extremely poor customer service never fly again. Find ticket with adjective airline. It’s like throwing money in the trash.

The plane was falling apart. Screens didn't work. My chair didn't work. My tray didn't work. It makes me nervous about the maintenance of vital functions for flight. The food is horrible. We never eat it.

Our flight was delayed for more than three hours due to mechanical issues. Please compensate.

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