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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Nairobi from C$ 822

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 1/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — NBO
21 Nov — 28 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Ottawa to Nairobi are usually found in February or April, booked 89 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 22 October 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,297

One-way from

C$ 822

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

C$ 1,757
1/11-8/11
  • 1/11-8/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 55h 33m total
  • Ottawa to Nairobi
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1/2
  • 1/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 10m total
  • Ottawa to Nairobi
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 24% potential increase in price (C$ 828 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 84 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 22 October 2025.

Sat 1/118:25 p.m.YOW - NBO
2 stops30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/1111:35 p.m.NBO - YOW
2 stops24h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/10C$ 1,297
Mon 24/118:00 p.m.YOW - NBO
3 stops42h 45mAir Canada
Mon 26/111:40 p.m.NBO - YOW
2 stops24h 38mAir Canada
Deal found 21/10C$ 1,373
Thu 27/1110:50 a.m.YOW - NBO
2 stops26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 29/111:35 p.m.NBO - YOW
1 stop22h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/10C$ 1,392
Mon 24/117:30 p.m.YOW - NBO
3 stops43h 15mUnited Airlines
Fri 30/111:40 p.m.NBO - YOW
2 stops25h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/10C$ 1,446
Sat 29/118:00 p.m.YOW - NBO
2 stops41h 15mAir Canada
Fri 30/111:40 p.m.NBO - YOW
2 stops24h 38mAir Canada
Deal found 21/10C$ 1,472
Thu 27/115:20 p.m.YOW - NBO
1 stop19h 50mAir France
Wed 28/111:20 p.m.NBO - YOW
1 stop23h 50mAir France
Deal found 21/10C$ 1,482
Tue 25/114:00 p.m.YOW - NBO
2 stops22h 00mAir Canada
Wed 28/111:55 p.m.NBO - YOW
2 stops24h 23mAir Canada
Deal found 21/10C$ 1,498
Mon 24/117:15 a.m.YOW - NBO
2 stops30h 45mAir Canada
Sun 1/211:55 p.m.NBO - YOW
2 stops22h 13mAir Canada
Deal found 21/10C$ 1,506
Tue 25/1111:10 a.m.YOW - NBO
2 stops26h 50mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/211:55 p.m.NBO - YOW
2 stops24h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/10C$ 1,571

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OttawaNairobi

YOW - NBO

YOWNBO

Ottawa

Wed 26/11

8:00 p.m.-9:15 p.m.

2 stops41h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 29/1

11:35 p.m.-2:30 p.m.

1 stop22h 55m

C$ 1,392

OttawaNairobi

YOW - NBO

YOWNBO

Ottawa

Mon 12/1

10:50 a.m.-10:00 p.m.

2 stops27h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 26/2

11:35 p.m.-2:30 p.m.

1 stop22h 55m

C$ 1,420

OttawaNairobi

YOW - NBO

YOWNBO

Ottawa

Fri 13/2

8:00 p.m.-10:45 p.m.

3 stops42h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 6/3

11:40 p.m.-9:56 p.m.

2 stops30h 16m

C$ 1,425

OttawaNairobi

YOW - NBO

YOWNBO

Ottawa

Thu 27/11

3:10 p.m.-9:15 p.m.

2 stops22h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 30/1

11:40 p.m.-5:12 p.m.

2 stops25h 32m

C$ 1,446

OttawaNairobi

YOW - NBO

YOWNBO

Ottawa

Sun 15/2

2:15 p.m.-9:15 p.m.

2 stops23h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 8/3

11:55 p.m.-11:43 p.m.

2 stops30h 48m

C$ 1,446

OttawaNairobi

YOW - NBO

YOWNBO

Ottawa

Tue 25/11

6:20 a.m.-10:45 p.m.

3 stops32h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 1/2

11:55 p.m.-6:52 p.m.

2 stops26h 57m

C$ 1,446

OttawaNairobi

YOW - NBO

YOWNBO

Ottawa

Wed 26/11

7:30 p.m.-9:15 p.m.

2 stops41h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 30/1

11:40 p.m.-5:12 p.m.

2 stops25h 32m

C$ 1,446

OttawaNairobi

YOW - NBO

YOWNBO

Ottawa

Wed 26/11

5:14 p.m.-9:15 p.m.

2 stops44h 01m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 1/2

11:55 p.m.-2:27 p.m.

2 stops46h 32m

C$ 1,446

OttawaNairobi

YOW - NBO

YOWNBO

Ottawa

Mon 24/11

5:14 p.m.-10:45 p.m.

3 stops45h 31m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 1/2

11:55 p.m.-9:18 p.m.

2 stops29h 23m

C$ 1,446

OttawaNairobi

YOW - NBO

YOWNBO

Ottawa

Tue 25/11

6:20 a.m.-10:45 p.m.

3 stops32h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 30/1

11:40 p.m.-5:12 p.m.

2 stops25h 32m

C$ 1,446

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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 17 October 2025.

Booking 88 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$ 966). Flying from Ottawa to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,500). 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 22 October 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 32% versus a flight in the morning.

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 22 October 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air France,Air Canada, andLufthansa from Ottawa to Nairobi by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,477 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

SYLVIA,Apr 2025

TLV - CDG

A newer plane. The flight from TelAviv to Paris was on a new aircraft, wider seat. ,more privacy. Nice toilets. The flight from Paris to Santiago Chile was on a very old aircraft. Awful toilets, outmoded sits etc.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,477 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,477 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

SYLVIA,Apr 2025

TLV - CDG

A newer plane. The flight from TelAviv to Paris was on a new aircraft, wider seat. ,more privacy. Nice toilets. The flight from Paris to Santiago Chile was on a very old aircraft. Awful toilets, outmoded sits etc.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,338 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,477 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

SYLVIA,Apr 2025

TLV - CDG

A newer plane. The flight from TelAviv to Paris was on a new aircraft, wider seat. ,more privacy. Nice toilets. The flight from Paris to Santiago Chile was on a very old aircraft. Awful toilets, outmoded sits etc.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,507 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,477 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

SYLVIA,Apr 2025

TLV - CDG

A newer plane. The flight from TelAviv to Paris was on a new aircraft, wider seat. ,more privacy. Nice toilets. The flight from Paris to Santiago Chile was on a very old aircraft. Awful toilets, outmoded sits etc.

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.

  • How long is the flight from Ottawa to Nairobi?

    A quick flight from Ottawa to Nairobi can take about 22h 05m. Air Canada provides one of the quickest options available for as low as C$ 1,446. Ottawa and Nairobi are separated by a distance of 11851 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Air Canada, at C$ 1,263, was found to be the cheapest airline from Ottawa to Nairobi.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air France and Lufthansa. Air Canada is currently priced 30% 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$ 966). Flying from Ottawa to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,500). 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$ 1,263AverageC$ 1,569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air FranceCheapestC$ 1,272AverageC$ 1,722FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestC$ 1,342AverageC$ 2,113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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