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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Nairobi to Tokyo? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from ج.م.‏ 53,229. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Tokyo.ج.م.‏ 22,780 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Jul.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 16 Jul, arriving in Tokyo Haneda.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 22,780, select.
Tokyo.ج.م.‏ 24,216 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Oct.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 24,216, select.
Tokyo.ج.م.‏ 24,789 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Sep.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Tokyo Haneda.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 24,789, select.
Tokyo.ج.م.‏ 24,789 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Nov.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in Tokyo Haneda.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 24,789, select.
Tokyo.ج.م.‏ 27,745 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Aug.One-way flight with SalamAir.Outbound indirect flight with SalamAir, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 27,745, select.
Tokyo.ج.م.‏ 30,174 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Dec.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 16 Dec, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 30,174, select.
Tokyo.ج.م.‏ 30,829 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Apr.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 22 Apr, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 30,829, select.
Tokyo.ج.م.‏ 31,592 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Feb.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 17 Feb, arriving in Tokyo Haneda.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 31,592, select.
Tokyo.ج.م.‏ 33,023 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Jun.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 17 Jun, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 33,023, select.
Tokyo.ج.م.‏ 33,085 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 May.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 6 May, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 33,085, select.
Tokyo.ج.م.‏ 34,194 per passenger.Departing Wed, 31 Mar.One-way flight with Japan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Japan Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 31 Mar, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 34,194, select.
Tokyo.ج.م.‏ 35,236 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 Jan.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sun, 3 Jan, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 35,236, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Tokyo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Nairobi to Tokyo flights are currently cheapest in July.
Jul
from ج.م.‏ 22,780
Aug
from ج.م.‏ 27,745
Sep
from ج.م.‏ 24,789
Oct
from ج.م.‏ 24,216
Nov
from ج.م.‏ 24,789
Dec
from ج.م.‏ 30,174
Jan
from ج.م.‏ 35,236
Feb
from ج.م.‏ 31,592
Mar
from ج.م.‏ 34,194
Apr
from ج.م.‏ 30,829
May
from ج.م.‏ 33,085
Jun
from ج.م.‏ 33,023

Alternative Nairobi to Tokyo routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Nairobi to Tokyo? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Tokyo Haneda

17km from central Tokyo
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from ج.م.‏ 22,780
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Tokyo Narita

64km from central Tokyo
from ج.م.‏ 24,216
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Ibaraki

85km from central Tokyo
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Nairobi to Tokyo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundج.م.‏ 22,780

Finding cheap flights from Nairobi to Tokyo: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Tokyo: Tokyo Haneda, Tokyo Narita and Ibaraki.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Nairobi to Tokyo. But we found flights with one or more stops from ج.م.‏ 48,983.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Nairobi to Tokyo.
The cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Tokyo is usually September.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Nairobi and Tokyo. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Tokyo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Tokyo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

In July, the average temperature is usually around 27°C. August is typically the warmest month in Tokyo, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is February, with temperatures averaging 15°C. The rainiest month is May.
The cheapest airline that flies to Tokyo is China Southern .

Flying from Nairobi to Tokyo: what you need to know

  • Nairobi is home to two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Nairobi to Tokyo leaving from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) or Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL).

  • When it comes to working out where to land in Tokyo, Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) and Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) are the chief entry points.

  • The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9, which is six hours ahead of Nairobi.

  • Allow plenty of time to get on your Nairobi to Tokyo flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Flying during a popular month like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Tokyo

  • Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap Nairobi to Tokyo flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Nairobi to Tokyo across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.

  • There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a better deal is available on cheap flights from Nairobi to Tokyo.

  • Lock in a cheap Nairobi to Tokyo flight with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Flying from Nairobi

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)

  • We make it a cinch to book a Nairobi to Tokyo flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:

    • Istanbul Airport (IST)

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • The journey from central Nairobi to NBO takes around 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Booked an early flight from Nairobi to Tokyo? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport:

  • When it comes to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport's on-time performance, 62% of flights complete their journey on time.

Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)

  • WIL is about 3 kilometres from central Nairobi. It'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.

  • Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Nairobi to Tokyo, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Nairobi Wilson Airport:

  • When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Nairobi Wilson Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 72%.

Arriving in Tokyo

Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)

  • Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo takes around 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometres away.

  • Getting there by public transport will take you around 30 minutes.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Nairobi to Tokyo, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near HND:

  • Pick up a Tokyo Haneda Airport rental car and explore Tokyo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car and Times are well-known companies you can book with here.

  • Booking your ride from Tokyo Haneda Airport around three weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.

  • You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.

Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)

  • As soon as your flight from Nairobi to Tokyo has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Tokyo is roughly 64 kilometres from Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT).

  • You can expect the trip to take approximately 1 hour on public transport.

  • After your flight from Nairobi to Tokyo, kick back at a hotel close to NRT. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:

  • Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long taxi lines. Grab a Tokyo Narita Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the availability and rates from Airport Car Rental, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Rental.

  • Get the pick of the lot. Booking your ride from NRT four weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider range of vehicles.

  • Tokyo Narita Airport can be found at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.

Best time to go to Tokyo

  • March is the quietest month for flights from Nairobi to Tokyo, while April is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Tokyo based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Book a Nairobi to Tokyo ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Tokyo to range from 23ºC to 29ºC.

  • Search for cheap flights from Nairobi to Tokyo in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 15ºC on average.

More about Tokyo

Explore more of Japan

  • Tokyo has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Japan just waiting to be discovered. Around 402 kilometres west of Tokyo, a trip to Osaka will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.

  • If you're eager to discover another major destination in Japan, consider Nagoya, about 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. Nagoya Castle, Sky Promenade and Port Of Nagoya Public Aquarium are highlights.

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