NBO - CMB

$228 Find Cheap Flights from Nairobi to Colombo

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Nairobi to Colombo departing on 3/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Nairobi to Colombo, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Nairobi to Colombo, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
$465
Typical prices: $425-$588
Air Arabia
Mon 3/2Mon 3/9
NBO - CMB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$228
Typical prices: $251-$402
Etihad Airways
Sat 3/7
NBO - CMB • 1 stop
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Air Arabia
Cheapest • from $465 (round-trip)
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Best reviews • 7.7 score
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Cheap Flights from Nairobi to Colombo (NBO-CMB)

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

Mon, Mar 2 - Mon, Mar 9
Air Arabia Logo
2:10 pm - 2:00 am
NBO
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CMB
33h 20m
1 stop
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2:45 pm - 1:20 pm
CMB
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NBO
25h 05m
1 stop
$465Air Arabia
Fri, May 22 - Tue, Jun 2
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1:50 pm - 3:10 am
NBO
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CMB
10h 50m
1 stop
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3:05 pm - 1:05 pm
CMB
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NBO
24h 30m
1 stop
$501Air Arabia
Fri, Mar 20 - Thu, Mar 26
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2:10 pm - 2:00 am
NBO
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CMB
33h 20m
1 stop
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2:45 pm - 1:20 pm
CMB
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NBO
25h 05m
1 stop
$534Air Arabia
Mon, Mar 2 - Mon, Mar 9
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10:10 pm - 10:15 am
NBO
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CMB
33h 35m
2 stops
flydubai Logo
9:15 am - 9:10 pm
CMB
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NBO
14h 25m
1 stop
$579flydubai
Mon, Mar 2 - Mon, Mar 9
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:40 am - 2:00 am
NBO
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CMB
16h 50m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:50 am - 2:10 pm
CMB
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NBO
11h 50m
1 stop
$580Multiple Airlines
Fri, May 22 - Tue, Jun 2
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10:05 pm - 10:15 am
NBO
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CMB
33h 40m
2 stops
flydubai Logo
5:35 pm - 9:05 pm
CMB
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NBO
30h 00m
1 stop
$598flydubai
Fri, May 22 - Tue, Jun 2
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:50 pm - 3:10 am
NBO
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CMB
10h 50m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:05 pm - 9:05 pm
CMB
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NBO
32h 30m
3 stops
$694Multiple Airlines
Mon, Mar 2 - Mon, Mar 9
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10:10 pm - 10:15 am
NBO
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CMB
33h 35m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:15 am - 11:10 am
CMB
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NBO
26h 25m
2 stops
$753Multiple Airlines
Thu, May 21 - Tue, Jun 2
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1:30 am - 9:00 pm
NBO
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CMB
41h 00m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:05 pm - 9:05 pm
CMB
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NBO
32h 30m
3 stops
$815Multiple Airlines
Fri, May 22 - Tue, Jun 2
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:25 am - 2:00 pm
NBO
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CMB
25h 05m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:05 pm - 9:05 pm
CMB
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NBO
32h 30m
3 stops
$818Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Nairobi to Colombo flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike 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 Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport departing in March.

Good to know

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$228
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 21% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 6% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Nairobi to Colombo

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FAQs for booking Nairobi to Colombo flights

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport was $228 for a one-way ticket and $465 for a round-trip.

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

    A passport is required to fly from Nairobi to Colombo.

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

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Nairobi to Colombo?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Nairobi and Colombo.

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Nairobi to Colombo are Air Arabia and Qatar Airways. With an average price for the route of $533 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 $1,312 and an overall rating of 7.4.

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

    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 Nairobi to Colombo.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Colombo from Nairobi 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 Nairobi to Colombo?

    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 Colombo with an airline and back to Nairobi with another airline. Booking your flights between Nairobi and CMB 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 Nairobi to Colombo?

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

Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Nairobi to Colombo

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Nairobi to Colombo. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Nairobi to Colombo? 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
7.5Comfort
8.1Crew
5.7Entertainment
6.9Food
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.

Our experience on the Doha to Hyderabad segment was extremely stressful due to prolonged delays and a lack of clear communication from the airline. We were traveling as a family, including children, and the uncertainty around timing and next steps caused significant distress. There was very little proactive information provided during the delay, and we were not given clear written explanations about what was happening or how long it might take. This made it difficult to manage the situation, especially while caring for children in a transit environment. In addition, one member of our party was ultimately unable to continue travel, which added to the emotional strain and disruption of the trip. Overall, the experience highlighted gaps in communication, customer care, and handling of unexpected situations. We are sharing this feedback so that future passengers, especially families, are supported with clearer communication and better assistance during irregular operations.

In the business class it was everything wonderful. However in the economy is a hell. BTW. When I asked to search for tickets, I ordered business and I was offered options with economy, that was not clear in the order, so I could've acted faster to rectify it.

It was very good. It was a long flight and being a tight with little leg room.

I always fly with Qatar air and you are the best. Keep up the good wor, after travelling with Qatar Air More than 80 times, you never offer to upgrade me.but it happened to my friend companion some time. Any how i still enjoying travelling with Qatar air and wait one day to upgrade me too. Best Regards

Initial booking was confusing and had to get new CC issued.

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.

Paid $10 for wifi for full flight duration and the wifi wasn’t available after initial 2 hours

Seated in row 6 you are separated from business class close to the toilets. The is a high panel in front that obscures forward viewing, coupled with no window view. Service is limited as the area is not in view of the attendants. It is closer in proximity to economy than business class.

Food was absolutely pathetic. I wasted so much food which I thought was inedible. I also loathe the inflight entertainment system which has very little content

I was travelling 3.5 years after. Agree Economy is no business class but the food was mediocre. Ordered a Hindu meal, the salads were bitter . The food was really below quality and had no tast from what I had in the past. Indian Railways probably have a better quality food when compared. However the kids meal was really nice and really appreciate how they were taken care of. The restrooms were dirty .

Etihad Check In counter/Station manager in Heathrow was bothering and not helpful at all. They are rude and not customer oriented

It was an old plane with seats not comfortable and with little space for the legs. I must say that the previous flight I had was amazing on a very comfortable new plane

I paid 44 $ for seat upgrade (22D) and my seat was stack in high position for all the 6 hours of flight. I don't recommend the upgrade. I am looking to get my upgrade payment back

1 hour flight. No complaints. Some drinks would have been nice.

excellent, the staff was kind and the boarding process was with no issues or hassle

Will never book any flight from Kayak and will never travel ithad airline

The WiFi was not compatible on both my phones (Vivo Y30 5g and Samsung Galaxy A32) with up-to-date android software.

Stewardess was attentive and was actively roamin to check the passengers on the biz class

Boarding was excellent except they did last call 30 minutes earlier .

The check-in has been the very best so far I didn't get to use my priority access which made me feel like a paid a higher price with no benefit for that I loved the food Very tasty and hot The staff friendliness, empathy could be better as it was not linear amongst the whole crew Otherwise, no complaints. I'd still fly again via Etihad Great prices despite the long 6h of waiting time

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