On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the Freetown — Nairobi route. Spanning 5658 km, this flight connects West and East Africa, providing a vital transportation link between the regions.
The main carrier on this route is Kenya Airways. Current ticket prices depend on the season and how far in advance you book, so we recommend using the price dynamics chart and checking how to get to the airport of departure and booking a transfer from the airport of arrival in advance.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Freetown — Nairobi by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 3,471 in ,, and the most expensive are around AED 4,723 in y. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Freetown → Nairobi, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 5,917 | medium | May | AED 4,914 | low | Sep | AED 6,018 | medium |
| Feb | AED 5,817 | medium | Jun | AED 6,118 | medium | Oct | AED 5,115 | low |
| Mar | AED 5,215 | low | Jul | AED 6,920 | high | Nov | AED 5,065 | low |
| Apr | AED 5,015 | low | Aug | AED 7,021 | high | Dec | AED 7,121 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Nairobi remains moderate throughout the year, reaching its peak temperature in February (up to 26.8°C). April is the wettest month, with significantly increased rainfall that can make traveling around the city more challenging.
The most affordable flight deals are typically found in August, when ticket prices start AED 3,471. Prices peak in June and July, with minimum fares starting AED 4,853 and AED 4,848 respectively.
August is considered the optimal time for a trip: this period offers dry weather and minimal flight costs. We recommend avoiding travel in April due to the height of the rainy season.
Kenya Airways is the primary carrier on this route. It provides reliable air connectivity between the cities, operating flights that take regional connections into account. You can find the current flight schedule for specific days of the week and detailed route information in the interactive list below.
Flights Freetown — Nairobi depart from Lungi International Airport and arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Wilson Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 5658 km. While a direct flight would take approximately 7 hours, most options involve connections, which increases the total travel time.
Kenya Airways operates regular flights from Sierra Leone to Kenya.
Flights arrive at Nairobi's international airport — Jomo Kenyatta (NBO).
The most budget-friendly options are usually available in August. Prices are constantly changing, so we recommend checking the low-price calendar on this page for the current minimum fares.
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