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Book Cheap San Francisco to Kenya Plane Tickets

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

Wed, Aug 19 - Wed, Oct 14
Emirates Logo
5:00 pm - 8:25 pm
SFO
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MBA
41h 25m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
2:35 pm - 2:00 pm
MBA
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SFO
33h 25m
1 stop
$1,085Emirates
Sun, Sep 6 - Wed, Oct 21
Qatar Airways Logo
3:39 pm - 1:40 pm
SFO
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NBO
36h 01m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
8:15 am - 3:10 pm
NBO
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SFO
40h 55m
2 stops
$1,089Qatar Airways
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:50 pm - 10:00 pm
SFO
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NBO
21h 10m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:40 pm - 12:55 pm
NBO
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SFO
24h 15m
1 stop
$1,091Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Fri, Sep 18
Qatar Airways Logo
3:55 pm - 6:45 am
SFO
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NBO
28h 50m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
8:15 am - 1:35 pm
NBO
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SFO
39h 20m
1 stop
$1,092Qatar Airways
Sun, Sep 6 - Tue, Sep 22
Etihad Airways Logo
6:00 am - 6:05 pm
SFO
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NBO
26h 05m
2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
7:00 pm - 8:08 pm
NBO
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SFO
35h 08m
2 stops
$1,093Etihad Airways
Fri, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 11
Delta Logo
6:23 am - 9:55 pm
SFO
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NBO
29h 32m
2 stops
Delta Logo
11:05 pm - 12:50 pm
NBO
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SFO
23h 45m
1 stop
$1,094Delta
Thu, Sep 3 - Mon, Sep 21
Qatar Airways Logo
3:55 pm - 6:45 am
SFO
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NBO
28h 50m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
1:20 am - 1:35 pm
NBO
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SFO
22h 15m
1 stop
$1,095Qatar Airways
Sun, Sep 6 - Thu, Sep 24
Delta Logo
10:35 pm - 8:45 pm
SFO
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NBO
36h 10m
2 stops
Delta Logo
11:05 pm - 12:50 pm
NBO
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SFO
23h 45m
1 stop
$1,097Delta
Sun, Sep 6 - Wed, Sep 23
Emirates Logo
4:40 pm - 5:25 am
SFO
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NBO
26h 45m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
10:45 pm - 2:00 pm
NBO
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SFO
25h 15m
1 stop
$1,100Emirates
Wed, Aug 19 - Wed, Oct 14
Lufthansa Logo
7:20 pm - 5:20 am
SFO
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MBA
24h 00m
1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
11:25 am - 12:40 pm
MBA
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SFO
35h 15m
1 stop
$1,307Lufthansa
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Kenya flights

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

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Kenya?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Kenya, 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 San Francisco to Kenya is January, when tickets cost $969 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and December, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,658 and $1,532 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Kenya?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Kenya, 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 San Francisco to Kenya, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$540
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 17% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 27% increase in price.
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FAQs - booking Kenya flights

  • Do I need a visa to fly from San Francisco to Kenya?

    U.S. citizens will need to work on obtaining visas before flying from San Francisco to Kenya. You can get one by using Kenya's electronic visa processing system eVisa. It may take 2 business days to receive an eVisa, so don't wait until the last minute to apply for one.

  • Which airline should I fly with when traveling from San Francisco to Kenya with kids?

    Many airlines have flights from San Francisco to Kenya that can cater to kids. But few will provide the stellar child-friendly services Delta does. Delta will treat your kids to activity kits that will occupy them and put on in-flight movies to keep their attention.

  • Do any airports near San Francisco International Airport offer flights to Kenya?

    San Francisco International Airport is only about 30 miles from Oakland International Airport (OAK). Oakland International Airport also has flights that travel to Kenya. British Airways, Delta, and Qatar Airways all offer flights from this airport to Kenya.

  • What is an effective way to make a flight from San Francisco to Kenya sustainable?

    Simply choosing an airline that cares about putting sustainable practices into place will make a flight from San Francisco to Kenya more eco-friendly. Air Canada is an airline that has staked its reputation on its ability to become carbon-neutral by 2050 by upgrading its airplanes and finding the fastest flight patterns when flying to different destinations throughout the world.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Kenya?

    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 San Francisco to Kenya.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from San Francisco to Kenya 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 San Francisco to Kenya?

    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 from San Francisco to Kenya 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 from San Francisco to Kenya?

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

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Kenya

  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) are nearly 10,000 miles apart. Despite this distance, many airlines can carry you from SFO to NBO on flights from San Francisco to Kenya. Air Canada, Air France, American Airlines, British Airways, Delta, Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Turkish Airlines are just a few options you'll have. Shop around for the airlines with the best deals that fit with your travel plans.
  • You might be under the impression that flights from San Francisco to Kenya will include at least two or even three stops, but there are actually several one-stop flights from San Francisco International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Delta has one-stop flights that will only be scheduled to take between 20 and 21 hours.
  • While you might be able to get away with only making a single stop on flights from San Francisco to Kenya, the location of your layover will depend on which airline you choose to fly with. Some of the common layover locations for airlines that travel from San Francisco International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport are Charles-de-Gaulle Airport (CDG) and Hamad International Airport (DOH).
  • If you can afford it, flying first class from San Francisco to Kenya will enable you to enjoy a more pleasant experience. American Airlines can set you up with a first-class seat that will come with a lie-flat bed. You'll also be treated to amenities like a "Dine Anytime" menu and plenty of in-flight entertainment options when you book a first-class flight with British Airways.
  • San Francisco International Airport has lounges where you can relax while waiting for flights to Kenya. If, for example, you're scheduled to fly with British Airways, you can access the British Airways Lounge. The Centurion Lounge, meanwhile, will be open to American Express customers and anyone willing to pay a fee.

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