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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport:

• Earliest: departs at 11:35 pm and lands at 2:35 pm
• Latest: departs at 11:35 pm and lands at 2:35 pm.

The flight takes about 15h.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A nonstop flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport takes 15h, covering 7,350 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Round-trip flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport range from $1,060 to $1,408, with an average of $1,248 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,060 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 0% above the $1,248 route average. Book 8 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $958 round-trip via Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED), compared to $1,406 for nonstop.

Night is the busiest departure period on Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, afternoon flights for 0%, and evening flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $938 to $5,897. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $706, which is 21% below the typical average for this route.

New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $72 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Ace
• Budget
• Hertz
• Dollar
• Avis

Flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport usually depart from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) and arrive at New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK).

One-stop flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

• Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) - 29% of one-stop connections
• Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 26% of one-stop connections
• Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 14% of one-stop connections
• Dubai Intl (DXB) - 11% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 22% on flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,099 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,405, a difference of $306.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only Kenya Airways operates flights between Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport.

Flying via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 18h 59m, compared with 19h 21m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 20h 32m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is 8 hours behind Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (Eastern Time vs Eastern Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are Times Square, New York City Center and Madison Square Garden. These are among the most viewed places in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights:

• Kenya Airways: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Kenya Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Travelers with disabilities, especially those with limited mobility, can book a flight with American Airlines, Emirates, Qatar Airways, Kenya Airways, or British Airways. These airlines provide a range of facilities, including priority seating, wheelchair assistance, special meals, and accessible restrooms. It is advised to notify the airlines in advance of any special needs.

Select an airline with more forgiving carry-on baggage policies if you have plenty of bags and wish to fly from Nairobi to New York John F Kennedy Airport. Passengers can frequently bring regular carry-on luggage along with a personal item like a laptop bag or purse on Emirates, American Airlines, and Qatar Airways.

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines has made a concerted effort to increase the sustainability of its company operations. They have taken part in projects to create sustainable aviation fuel, and have established challenging goals to lower CO2 emissions from their flights. KLM's environmental initiatives may useful for travelers flying from Nairobi to New York JFK Airport.

Numerous transportation choices are available for reaching your destination from JFK Airport. Taxis are easily accessible outside the airport terminals, as are ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft. Another option is to take the Air Train from JFK to Jamaica Station, from where you can transfer to the E, J, or Z subway lines to access different parts of the city. Alternatively, if you wish to drive on your own, several car rental companies have counters conveniently located at JFK Airport.