NBO - MEL

$580 Find Cheap Flights from Nairobi to Melbourne

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 Melbourne departing on 5/2. 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 Melbourne, 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 Melbourne, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$943
Overall average: $1,441
IndiGo
Wed 4/1Thu 4/9
NBO - MEL • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$580
Typical prices: $390-$1,036
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Sat 5/2
NBO - MEL • 2 stops
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IndiGo
Cheapest • from $943 (round-trip)
Qatar Airways
Best reviews • 7.4 score
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Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Nairobi and Melbourne. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Kuala Lumpur (KUL)
Cheapest • Avg $832 (round-trip)
Kuala Lumpur (KUL)
Shortest trip • 21h 36m (one-way)
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When to book
4 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 16% compared to booking last minute.
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April
Cheapest • 16% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Nairobi to Melbourne (NBO-MEL)

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

Wed, Apr 1 - Thu, Apr 9
IndiGo Logo
10:25 am - 7:15 am
NBO
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MEL
36h 50m
2 stops
IndiGo Logo
12:05 pm - 9:25 am
MEL
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NBO
28h 20m
2 stops
$943IndiGo
Wed, Apr 1 - Wed, Apr 8
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10:25 am - 7:15 am
NBO
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MEL
36h 50m
2 stops
IndiGo Logo
12:00 pm - 9:25 am
MEL
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NBO
28h 25m
2 stops
$955IndiGo
Wed, Apr 15 - Wed, Apr 22
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10:25 am - 6:15 am
NBO
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MEL
36h 50m
2 stops
IndiGo Logo
12:00 pm - 9:25 am
MEL
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NBO
28h 25m
2 stops
$967IndiGo
Wed, Apr 15 - Fri, Apr 17
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10:25 am - 6:15 am
NBO
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MEL
36h 50m
2 stops
IndiGo Logo
12:00 pm - 9:25 am
MEL
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NBO
28h 25m
2 stops
$976IndiGo
Wed, Apr 15 - Fri, Apr 17
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10:25 am - 6:15 am
NBO
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MEL
36h 50m
2 stops
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12:00 pm - 9:25 am
MEL
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NBO
28h 25m
2 stops
$1,016IndiGo
Wed, Apr 15 - Fri, Apr 17
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10:25 am - 6:15 am
NBO
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MEL
36h 50m
2 stops
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12:00 pm - 9:25 am
MEL
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NBO
28h 25m
2 stops
$1,023IndiGo
Thu, Apr 16 - Thu, Apr 23
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10:25 am - 6:15 am
NBO
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MEL
36h 50m
2 stops
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12:00 pm - 9:25 am
MEL
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NBO
28h 25m
2 stops
$1,038IndiGo
Fri, Apr 10 - Mon, May 4
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10:25 am - 6:15 am
NBO
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MEL
36h 50m
2 stops
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12:00 pm - 9:25 am
MEL
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NBO
28h 25m
2 stops
$1,051IndiGo
Wed, Apr 15 - Fri, Apr 17
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10:25 am - 6:15 am
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MEL
36h 50m
2 stops
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12:00 pm - 9:25 am
MEL
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NBO
28h 25m
2 stops
$1,081IndiGo
Sun, May 17 - Sun, May 31
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10:25 am - 6:15 am
NBO
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MEL
36h 50m
2 stops
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1:25 pm - 9:25 am
MEL
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NBO
27h 00m
2 stops
$1,082IndiGo
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Nairobi to Melbourne flights

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

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Melbourne 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 Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport is April, where tickets cost $1,412 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are October and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $2,238 and $1,925 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Melbourne 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 Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 16% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 12 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJune
Cheapest flight$580
Most popular time to fly with an average 11% increase in price.
Flight from Nairobi to Melbourne

When to book flights from Nairobi to Melbourne

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Nairobi to Melbourne based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Nairobi to Melbourne flights

  • Where can I stop on the way from Nairobi to Melbourne?

    Passengers travelling from Nairobi to Melbourne will have to change planes at least once along the way. Many flights travel via the Middle East, where passengers can spend a few days breaking up the long flight. Flights on Emirates layover in Dubai, while Qatar Airways flights have a layover in Doha. If you are looking for cheap flights, flights that have two layovers may be less expensive than those with one. KLM flights layover in Amsterdam and Kuala Lumpur, but your travel time will be much longer.

  • What facilities are available for passengers with limited mobility?

    If you require additional assistance at the airport or during the flight, contact the airline at least 48 hours before departure so they can organise the necessary equipment and support for you. A specialised team will greet you at Nairobi Airport and assist you through the terminal. You can also request assistance at the Customer Care desks throughout the airport. Wheelchairs can be arranged in advance for your arrival at Melbourne Airport, which is also equipped with accessible toilets and adult changing facilities.  

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport was $580 for a one-way ticket and $943 for a round-trip.

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

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

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Nairobi to Melbourne?

    When flying out of Nairobi you will be using Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl. You will be landing at Melbourne, also known as Melbourne.

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

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Nairobi to Melbourne?

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Nairobi to Melbourne, Qatar Airways or Etihad Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Nairobi to Melbourne are Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways. With an average price for the route of $1,834 and an overall rating of 7.4, Qatar Airways is the most popular choice. Etihad Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,697 and an overall rating of 7.3.

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

    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 Melbourne.

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

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

    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 Melbourne with an airline and back to Nairobi with another airline. Booking your flights between Nairobi and MEL 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 Melbourne?

    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 Melbourne from Nairobi 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 Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport

  • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), in Nairobi, is the gateway to and from East and Central Africa, one of the busiest hubs in the region and the flagship airport of Kenya Airports Authority. More than 40 passenger airlines fly in and out of Nairobi Airport.
  • Passengers travelling with young children to Melbourne Airport (MEL) can use the parents’ facilities in the Arrivals terminal. These include changing tables and a comfortable place to feed your baby or infant.
  • If you need to store your luggage at Melbourne Airport, Smartecarte offers secure storage solutions for long or short periods. Located on the ground floor, or T2 Arrivals, it is generally open from 06:00 to midnight, seven days a week. You will need to show a photo ID to use this service.

Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Nairobi to Melbourne

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Nairobi to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne? 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.
7.4
Qatar AirwaysOverall score based on 3745 reviews
7.5Boarding
7.3Food
7.9Crew
7.4Entertainment
7.4Comfort
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Impressive as always. It is the airline of my choice, The dessert on the 2nd flight DOH-IAH was somewhat dry (the cake with cream etc) Check-in and boarding experience was fantastic, with the exception of CCU airport where chk-in staff refused to help with aisle seats stating the flight was full and accommodations were beyond him. Once I boarded there were plenty of available aisles. I was disappointed that this could not be done by self during online chk-in nor at the airport. Nothing more to add. Overall a good experience, TY QTR

10.0 ExcellentSoosnata, Feb 2026
CCU - DOH
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Impressive as always. It is the airline of my choice, The dessert on the 2nd flight DOH-IAH was somewhat dry (the cake with cream etc) Check-in and boarding experience was fantastic, with the exception of CCU airport where chk-in staff refused to help with aisle seats stating the flight was full and accommodations were beyond him. Once I boarded there were plenty of available aisles. I was disappointed that this could not be done by self during online chk-in nor at the airport. Nothing more to add. Overall a good experience, TY QTR

Charged extra amount for the baggage wait. Even it’s less than 23kgs. Those machines are showing wrong weight and they were charging money wantedly from everyone.

It would help id flight crew were not rude and showed some courtesy. They were shouting at passengers and yelling instructions as if we were school children at lunch cafeteria!!

I am a big person and have back pain and swelling in my legs, so this was a challenging flight due to confined space. I didn't find the crew very friendly either. I will think twice before flying long distances with Qatar again, due to the lack of legroom.

All great, because I was given a seat with extra legroom on this part of my trip.

I wish I knew in advance that the connecting flight was by indigo air

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

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.

Crew and food was good, ok leg room if you don’t have a big box under the seat. And the seats are so narrow (I’m only 70kg), will consider an alternate airline next time

Boarding from DOH to SYD the Business Class were pointed in a separate gate but no one there to receive us. Otherwise it was ok.

The seats seemed smaller than other business class offerings. The entertainment menu was limited. Flight crew was good.

Good one but just notice that you have to ask several time to get water or coffee .

Ethiad wanted to charge me $1100 for 2 checked bags on a ticket that was $550. Nother the airline or airfare assist was willing to help before arriving at the airport. All parties said it was the other responsibility to help. Never flying ethiad or using kayak again.

Dirty and smelly lavatory and toilets in Wamos Air operated flights

It was great! Kept the time. Provided what was promised

On this flight...fine. The one from India to Abu Dahbi, awful.

Kayak and Aran grant issuing business class tickets without lounge access and sometimes 1 or 2 connections in economy class. It’s very disappointing to find out that after buying the ticket. Never buy tickets on kayak and Aran grant again

We have paid premium price for a business class Cabinet and we have received the old 777 with the following apart business class that is not to standard. It was very disappointing and it’s a very bad reputation for a premium airline company. This aeroplane should be the commission from being as a business class. We will pass this knowledge to our colleagues because the quality of business class in Etihad is not consistent and it is a lucky dip that sometimes you’re getting a good aeroplane and sometimes you’re getting their 30 years old aeroplane. The crew of the aeroplane have apologise and said that they hate this aeroplane and they have complained about it multiple times as well. Obviously Etihad is putting the economy in front of the Customer Experience. For the future we will not take this risk anymore and will fly with established company like emirates.

There was not any issues with the Etihad Airways. Staff was excellent and I love the variety of movies and games that they provided.

It was fantastic. The flight from Chicago to Abu Dahbi was fantastic. The crew, food and service were amazing. Everything was handled by the crew member assigned to us , Nicholas, was usually done before we asked for it. Highly recommend Etihad!

All fine - you get what you pay for ! and it is a bargain

AirAsia kept us waiting for hours due to a technical issue with the plane, then eventually cancelled the flight. Unfortunately there is no-one to call or speak with at AirAsia, no customer service department at all, so I flew with another airline instead. Now I am going through the fun process of trying to get a refund from AirAsia. I strongly recommend that no-one flies with them, it's just not worth it.

The best part was Tony Fernandes actually reinstated the Buttercake menu. It has gone missing after Covid & i made a complaint in one of my Tweets back in October 2022. Both flight D170 & D171 landed very smoothly- kudos to both pilots!

The worst experience in any flight I have ever had, delayed for more than 10 hours, lost my other flight so I lost one day during my trip. Didn’t gave me facilities with my luggage either. Never again

I was next to a quite large person. Soni essentially had 2/3 of my seat for myself and couldn't sit properly. Even though there were some other seat available, the staff refuse that I occupy another seat.

Pros: The staff was very friendly. Cons: Long delay. The food is terrible.

I’m a frequent Traveler on all types of airlines, including budget. This was the worst flight experience I’ve ever had. Something was wrong with AirAsia’s systems and we were the whole flight was rescheduled to the following day, the third flight it happened to. Apart from an email which gave the new date the web and app said the original flight date which meant that there were hundreds of people queueing at the airport to try and find out what was going on. People waited six hours to talk to customer service who gave advice that didn’t match the web or app. Nightmare. just advertising for spending the extra hundred dollars I’ve ever seen.

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