$522 Find Cheap Flights from Kenya to New York

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Cheapest round-trip
$762
Typical prices: $984-$1,222
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/13Sun 11/16
NBO - JFK • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$1,183
Typical prices: $1,154-$1,386
Kenya Airways
Sun 12/21Tue 12/30
NBO - JFK • Non-stop
Our travelers' advice
AI-generated summary based on content written by KAYAK users
Bring a seat cushion pad for added comfort.
Use compression socks and stretch often on long flights.
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Cheapest • 15% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Kenya to New York

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Kenya to New York 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 Kenya to New York

Thu, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 16
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4:45 pm - 10:39 pmNBO-JFK
37h 54m2 stops
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9:00 pm - 10:45 pmJFK-NBO
65h 45m3 stops
$762Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 17
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4:45 pm - 10:39 pmNBO-JFK
37h 54m2 stops
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3:55 pm - 10:00 pmJFK-NBO
22h 05m1 stop
$769Multiple Airlines
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Tue, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 26
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3:45 am - 6:55 pmNBO-JFK
23h 10m2 stops
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8:55 pm - 1:40 amJFK-NBO
20h 45m2 stops
$795Ethiopian Air
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Tue, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 24
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3:45 am - 6:55 pmNBO-JFK
23h 10m2 stops
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8:55 pm - 1:40 amJFK-NBO
20h 45m2 stops
$822Ethiopian Air
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Wed, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 24
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11:20 pm - 2:55 pmNBO-EWR
23h 35m1 stop
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5:05 pm - 9:10 pmEWR-NBO
20h 05m1 stop
$972Delta
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Thu, Dec 4 - Wed, Dec 31
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11:20 pm - 9:29 pmNBO-LGA
30h 09m2 stops
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7:00 am - 10:00 pmLGA-NBO
31h 00m2 stops
$977Delta
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Sun, Feb 8 - Mon, Feb 16
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11:20 pm - 2:55 pmNBO-EWR
23h 35m1 stop
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5:05 pm - 9:10 pmEWR-NBO
20h 05m1 stop
$990Air France
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Wed, Mar 18 - Sat, Mar 21
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4:50 am - 5:00 pmMBA-JFK
43h 10m2 stops
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2:00 am - 1:35 amJFK-MBA
40h 35m2 stops
$1,159Air France
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Wed, Mar 18 - Sun, Mar 22
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2:25 pm - 2:25 pmMBA-JFK
31h 00m1 stop
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11:20 am - 8:30 pmJFK-MBA
26h 10m1 stop
$1,278Emirates
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Mon, Dec 1 - Thu, Dec 4
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9:30 pm - 6:55 pmMBA-JFK
53h 25m2 stops
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11:00 pm - 2:30 pmJFK-MBA
31h 30m1 stop
$1,399Emirates
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to New York

Get data-powered insights and trends for flights to New York to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly to New York?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights to New York, 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 to New York is September, where tickets cost $972 on average for one-way flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and December, where the average cost of tickets from Kenya is $1,514 and $1,296 respectively. For return trips, the best month to travel is September with an average price of $972.

What is a good deal for flights to New York?

If you’re looking for cheap airfare to New York, 25% of our users found tickets to New York for the following prices or less: From Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport $917 one-way - $1,132 round-trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight to New York?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to New York, 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, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 47 days before departure.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in New York?

Prices will differ depending on the departure airport, but generally, the cheapest airport to fly to in New York is New Windsor Stewart Airport, with an average flight price of $160.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$514
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 9% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 13% lower on average.
Flight from Nairobi to New York John F Kennedy Airport

Flights from Kenya to New York: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Kenya to New York 
Verified travelerFlew with Kenya AirwaysNBO-JFKFeb 2025
Sit in the first rows rather than the back of business class.
KimberlyFlew with Kenya AirwaysNBO-JFKSep 2024
Bring a seat cushion pad if you can.
Verified travelerFlew with Kenya AirwaysNBO-JFKMay 2024
It’s a long flight have some compression sock, stretch often in the plane and have some dry snacks.

FAQs - booking New York flights

  • Which New York airport is closest to central New York?

    There are 3 airports in New York. The closest airport to New York’s city center is Newark Liberty Airport (3 miles). New York LaGuardia Airport and New York John F Kennedy Airport are respectively 16 miles and 22 miles from the center of New York.

  • How much is a flight to New York?

    On average, a flight to New York costs $1,065. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $853 and departed from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to New York?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to New York is Tuesday where tickets can be as cheap as $1,134. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Sunday, where prices are $1,266 on average.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to New York?

    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 to New York.

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

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

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to New York?

    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 New York with an airline and back with another airline.

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

    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 New York up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to New York?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to New York is generally in the afternoon, when flights cost $1,091 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to New York is generally in the morning, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $1,390.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to New York

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $917 or less one-way and $1,132 or less round-trip.
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest New York flight deals.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Kenya to New York

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying to New York. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline from Kenya to New York. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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EmiratesOverall score based on 3394 reviews
8.2Entertainment
8.0Comfort
7.9Food
8.3Crew
8.1Boarding
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Sadly I couldn't get the food I requested as it was out. Also, if you don't want to be woken up make sure the crew knows it. My wife was woken on every service.

10.0 ExcellentJason, Sep 2025DXB - IAD
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Sadly I couldn't get the food I requested as it was out. Also, if you don't want to be woken up make sure the crew knows it. My wife was woken on every service.

Three meals on a single flight is disgusting. Even if I reject them all, sleeping is impossible and all that food (especially wasted food) is just antithetical to a pleasant flight experience. People were chucking multiple abandoned trays on the floor in front of my seat.

Similar to Hyd->Dubai this too was worst airlines. Bad seats, bad seating arrangement which created lot of confusion since family member were not given seat together. However most of them changed the seat and got with the family. Cheap tactics by Emirates.

The best ever, friendly and attentive cabin crew, amazing captains who utilised their expertise for less turbulence, just overall amazing

Overall I was quite pleased with the experience; the cleanliness; the polite and attentiveness of the cabin crew; and the delicious food options.

I would never have been able to make the transfer in time without asking for a wheelchair

Good food, real silverware, polite staff, smooth landing, charging plugs, good entertainment options.

Loved that I had an exit row seat, and there was no one else in the row! And again, I don' use on-line entertainment at all (I read or sleep) but I very much appreciate that I didn't hear anyone else's entertainment!

The entire crew was amazing. They went out of their way to make us enjoy a great travel experience.

Loved everything! This flight had premium economy and I didn't see an option to upgraded to premium economy OR buy premium economy tickets. How come?

Seats comfortable, service and food very mediocre, staff not very attentive, worse than many other our flights with Delta.

Overall good experience; however, there was one flight attendant who was rather rough compared to everyone else. Everything else was good: entertainment, food. Delta keeps on delivering! Thank you!

The flight used a B767 with a very old interior from before 2014. The entertainment system did not work at all during the flight despite attempts to reset the system. It was like they flew this route just to be competitive.

Crew blocked exits to front of ship with galley carts. Also split five person family apart on international flight without fixing.

Delta made it easy, comfortable and timely. The crew was fantastic.

On this flight I felt the food offering was not as complete as on previous flights. The tomato salad was a bit off and there was nothing additional such a bread or butter. The breakfast was only one option, so you either ate what they had or ate nothing. The crew was efficient, but most seemed frustrated throughout the flight. The flight arrived early and was obstacle-free, so I’m overall quite happy, but the shine in the rest of the experience just wasn’t there.

Great flight with Delta! Boarding was quick and easy, the amenities were solid, and the plane was in great shape. The flight attendants had a fun, lively energy while staying professional. All in all, a smooth trip — even managed to catch up on some rest. Thanks, Delta!

De planning was an absolute mess. We were never told that we weren’t at the gate and that we had to go down unstable stairs and then hop on a bus. People were falling, we couldn’t tell who was in charge. Overall terrible communication that ended up leaving a bad impression at the very end of the experience.

For a 69 year old with health problems I had the worse experience, no wheelchair when I entered a lady told me to sit and wait while a gentleman told me I had to walk to the Delta station, which I did. I had a carry on and a bag, and I was traveling with my service dog, which was on his carrier and the lady charged me for my carry on luggage, beside all the waiting cause of the delay, I had to walk to get my luggage cause no wheelchair showed up, I am so disappointed. I will get in touch with the company. I got home at 3:00 am, not good for my health situation.

The crew was amazing; Von, Vera and Guadalupe were very friendly and attentive throughout the entire flight. They were friendly and welcoming to everyone. A solid and dedicated team for sure!

I don’t like that an equipment change caused my seat to change from 23A to 44A. The boarding was also delayed. The crew were excellent, however and very attentive. The food was not bad.

Worst airlines either. First leg was delayed because of crew not available. My connection was missed so they booked me automatically the next day! But, impossible to get anyone on site, web site does not let me access my reservation anymore, confirmed by useless agents over the phone. My 2-leg trip with part in business class arriving at 4:10pm ends up in an awful 3-leg arriving at 9pm the next day with no way to even choose the seats and of course at the very end of the plane. I can understand problems arrive but the way Air France handle it is just unacceptable. You are on your own. Apparently getting you to your destination is the only thing they consider their duty. The customer experience and fatigue is none of their concern. And I have a status with them. I will reconsider my priorities when flying with Air France and encourage everyone to do the same.

3 hour delay but out of their control. App said I get vouchers but when I applied for them, they were nowhere to be found in my account

I bought business class tickets but the seats are exactly like economy with no comfort seats nor an empty seat next to me provided. Very poor, low quality airline.

The food was great and the service and attitude was amazing!!

It was a great experience. The only thing I would have changed was that the bathrooms were never cleaned and they got very dirty.

Old airplanes small seats expensive tickets, not as expected overall and not comfortable according to the price

It was an OK flight with below mediocre service by their flight attendants

Wasted a lot of time trying to find the CDG lounge - it was not next to the connecting flight gate like the Air France staff said.

My experience was good overall, the quality of the food really decreased! There used to be a choice between meat and fish now it’s between chicken and pasta! In the choices of entertainment meditation has been added which is very good. Soft chair workout to improve blood circulation and avoid phlebitis should be added.

Need to do a lot of improvement on service and cleaness

Delays delays making us miss or next connection to IAD hence having to stay additional 24 hrs in Addis Ababa

Checking in wasn't organized, too many so-called diplomats were jumping line while everyone was waiting in line. They should have their own line not to impede on other passengers that was also waiting to be served. We all paid money and there should be no discrimination because everyone's money should have the same value diplomat or not! If they want to give diplomats some special treatment then let them create their own check in desk and not treat other passengers some that are (elderly, some with children, pregnant women) making them stand longer in line than necessary just because people are jumping line 😡

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.

Traveling with Ethiopian is always a good experience. I also enjoy the stay at skylight hotel in Addis

Forgotten Suite inside of the top compartment but went back to ask and they didn’t leave at the lost and found place. Also the checking in was so horrible. I had multi city and one of the passenger saint have visa go go go Dubai. The Ethiopian airlines never had information about requirement for US permanent resident so couldn’t go to Dubai. And when coming back to US we were told we can not use our Addis to Washington ticket and they forced us to get new ticket. Very horrible experience.

The hygiene was super bad. Smells bad and air refreshment is highly advisable. The crew made some one else sit in my spot and no one is checking seat number and people are jumping to sit on other people’s allocated seat.

The flight itself was fine. The exception is that my luggage was destroyed, and I filed a claim that I haven't heard from anyone.

Im if Ethiopian can allow customers to use their mileage for in flight connexion it will be great.

For a long haul flight, the seats were too narrow. Paid for extra legroom but wish I could have paid for width! I was pressed against another person for the whole donation of the flight.

Delayed flight made my day very long, but other than that KQ got me to my destination in good shape.

The nice treatment and lovely pilots who accepted my son inside for a photo.So lovely of them

Got delayed for over 24 hours. Fight was cancelled. Was put up at a nice hotel whose kitchen was unfortunately not prepared for the sudden influx of guests The headphone jacks on the seat were loose and sound kept getting dropped over the headphones. Food was good though. Certain items (Amarula) were not available for purchase over the on-plane duty free. Had been told i would pick my luggage at my final destination*wrong* had to pick it up in JFK and recheck it and then got charged for it**** too tired to argue with the Delta staff on the issue.... after a 15 hr flight.

This one is not bad even it is late, but they apologize and every time they announced the update.

I’m very disappointed for this trip and I will never travel again in this airline. In addition, I don’t recommend to any human being to travel to Kenya Airways. They keep me at Nairobi for 4 days without care. I was at Nairobi from 6 a.m Morning up to 10 a:m Thursday. For that reason, I have trouble for my work and may be I will lose my job. During for those 4 days I didn’t have my medicine, I didn’t have clothes to change because all my clothes were in my checked bags. On Thursday, when I got flight, they don’t even apologize for all consequences I had. During for those 4 days, I learned many things for this airline. It is their system to treat passengers like this because they had hundreds or thousands passengers around Nairobi waiting for their flights after their original flights cancelled. If I lose my job, I planned to file claim to the airline. This is not airline to travel with.

They weight duty free goods at check in and count the weight as carry on luggage. Results : for 4 bottles I had to opay $150. rip off. Be careful to avoid any duty free shopping at Dubai airport

The boarding was fast, the food was great; however, the seats & leg space were tight.

I enjoyed my flight I arrived safe with all my luggage

No complaints just improve on the food service. Provide enough dinner. People are complaining about that.

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