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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Nairobi from C$ 770

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — NBO
2 Apr — 9 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Ottawa to Nairobi are usually found in February or March, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Ottawa to Nairobi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ottawa (YOW) to Nairobi (NB0). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 28 March 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,556

One-way from

C$ 770

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

C$ 1,512
21/6-27/6
  • 21/6-27/6
  • 5 total stops
  • 51h 05m total
  • Ottawa to Nairobi
11/5
  • 11/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 55m total
  • Ottawa to Nairobi
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price (C$ 847 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 88 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025

Find flight deals from Ottawa to Nairobi

Cheapest flights from Ottawa to Nairobi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to Nairobi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 March 2025.

Mon 31/38:55 p.m.YOW - NBO
3 stops42h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 13/411:10 p.m.NBO - YOW
1 stop24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3C$ 1,471
Sun 1/68:55 p.m.YOW - NBO
2 stops40h 25mAir Canada
Mon 30/610:45 p.m.NBO - YOW
2 stops41h 14mAir Canada
Deal found 27/3C$ 1,872
Sat 1/115:55 a.m.YOW - NBO
2 stops30h 40mEmirates
Sat 22/1110:45 p.m.NBO - YOW
2 stops45h 43mEmirates
Deal found 27/3C$ 1,925
Sat 1/116:20 p.m.YOW - NBO
1 stop20h 00mAir France
Sat 22/1111:59 p.m.NBO - YOW
2 stops47h 11mAir France
Deal found 28/3C$ 2,077
Wed 2/72:45 p.m.YOW - NBO
2 stops22h 35mUnited Airlines
Wed 3/911:45 p.m.NBO - YOW
2 stops41h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/3C$ 2,357
Sun 1/64:05 p.m.YOW - NBO
3 stops45h 15mBrussels Airlines
Mon 30/610:45 p.m.NBO - YOW
3 stops69h 59mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 27/3C$ 2,563
Tue 8/44:00 p.m.YOW - NBO
2 stops26h 50mTurkish Airlines
Mon 28/43:35 a.m.NBO - YOW
2 stops27h 09mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 28/3C$ 4,885

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Ottawa

Fly to

Nairobi

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OttawaNairobi

YOW - NBO

YOWNBO

Ottawa

Sat 21/6

5:15 a.m.-1:10 p.m.

2 stops24h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 27/6

6:00 p.m.-1:10 p.m.

3 stops26h 10m

C$ 1,556

OttawaNairobi

YOW - NBO

YOWNBO

Ottawa

Sun 1/6

8:55 p.m.-8:20 p.m.

2 stops40h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 30/6

10:45 p.m.-8:59 a.m.

2 stops41h 14m

C$ 1,872

OttawaNairobi

YOW - NBO

YOWNBO

Ottawa

Sun 1/6

5:15 p.m.-7:55 p.m.

1 stop19h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 30/6

10:25 p.m.-3:05 p.m.

1 stop23h 40m

C$ 2,291

OttawaNairobi

YOW - NBO

YOWNBO

Ottawa

Wed 2/7

2:45 p.m.-8:20 p.m.

2 stops22h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 3/9

11:45 p.m.-9:56 a.m.

2 stops41h 11m

C$ 2,357

OttawaNairobi

YOW - NBO

YOWNBO

Ottawa

Sun 1/6

4:05 p.m.-8:20 p.m.

3 stops45h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 30/6

10:45 p.m.-1:44 p.m.

3 stops69h 59m

C$ 2,563

OttawaNairobi

YOW - NBO

YOWNBO

Ottawa

Tue 8/4

4:00 p.m.-1:50 a.m.

2 stops26h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 28/4

3:35 a.m.-11:44 p.m.

2 stops27h 09m

C$ 4,885

OttawaNairobi

YOW - NBO

YOWNBO

Ottawa

Sun 11/5

5:55 a.m.-12:50 a.m.

2 stops35h 55m

C$ 770

OttawaNairobi

YOW - NBO

YOWNBO

Ottawa

Sun 11/5

5:15 p.m.-7:55 p.m.

1 stop19h 40m

C$ 1,441

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 26/3

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Ottawa to Nairobi

How far ahead should I book a flight from Ottawa to Nairobi?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Ottawa to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

Booking 62 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Ottawa to Nairobi. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Ottawa to Nairobi?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Nairobi (average of C$ 853). Flying from Ottawa to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,600). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from YOW to NBO?

Find hourly flight availability from Ottawa to Nairobi. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 28 March 2025.

When flying from Ottawa to Nairobi, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 21% versus a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in Nairobi by month

Plan your trip to Nairobi by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Nairobi ranges from 10.0 - 160.0 mm per month. April is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 160.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Nairobi when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Nairobi by month

Plan your trip to Nairobi by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Nairobi, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 17.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Nairobi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nairobi. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Nairobi. Reviews last updated 28 March 2025.

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.4

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Florian,Feb 2025

YUL - CDG

Always a pleasure to travel with Air France. It might not be up to airline like Qatar or Singapour Airlines but I always find it reassuring flying with Air France.

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.4

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Florian,Feb 2025

YUL - CDG

Always a pleasure to travel with Air France. It might not be up to airline like Qatar or Singapour Airlines but I always find it reassuring flying with Air France.

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.4

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Florian,Feb 2025

YUL - CDG

Always a pleasure to travel with Air France. It might not be up to airline like Qatar or Singapour Airlines but I always find it reassuring flying with Air France.

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.4

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Florian,Feb 2025

YUL - CDG

Always a pleasure to travel with Air France. It might not be up to airline like Qatar or Singapour Airlines but I always find it reassuring flying with Air France.

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.4

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Florian,Feb 2025

YUL - CDG

Always a pleasure to travel with Air France. It might not be up to airline like Qatar or Singapour Airlines but I always find it reassuring flying with Air France.

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.4

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Florian,Feb 2025

YUL - CDG

Always a pleasure to travel with Air France. It might not be up to airline like Qatar or Singapour Airlines but I always find it reassuring flying with Air France.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Ottawa to Nairobi. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Ottawa to Nairobi?

    For a flight from Ottawa to Nairobi, you will be flying from Ottawa. Ottawa (YOW) is just 10.6 km from the centre of the city. Ottawa is the only Ottawa airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Nairobi per day. 3 airlines have flights to Nairobi from Ottawa on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Ottawa to Nairobi round-trip?

    Air Canada, at C$ 1,872, was found to be the cheapest airline from Ottawa to Nairobi.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air France and United Airlines. Air Canada is currently priced 1% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Ottawa to Nairobi that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Ottawa to Nairobi flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Ottawa to Nairobi?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Ottawa to Nairobi.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Ottawa to Nairobi?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Ottawa to Nairobi by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Ottawa to Nairobi?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Nairobi (average of C$ 853). Flying from Ottawa to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,600). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapestC$ 1,288AverageC$ 1,692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air FranceCheapestC$ 1,295AverageC$ 1,871FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestC$ 1,366AverageC$ 1,983FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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