On this page, you can book flight tickets from Nairobi to Abidjan. The distance between the cities is approximately 4,600 km, and flights on this route depart about once a week.
Flights in this direction are operated by KQ. Before your trip, we recommend checking how to get to the departure airport and how to arrange a transfer in Abidjan upon arrival.
The table shows direct flights Nairobi → Abidjan on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 6 h 15 min. Regular flights are operated by Kenya Airways. Departures from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Wilson Airport airports, arrivals at Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Nairobi — Abidjan by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. 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.
Nairobi → Abidjan, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 2,887 | high | May | AED 2,165 | low | Sep | AED 2,406 | medium |
| Feb | AED 2,502 | medium | Jun | AED 2,214 | low | Oct | AED 2,358 | medium |
| Mar | AED 2,406 | medium | Jul | AED 2,502 | medium | Nov | AED 2,406 | medium |
| Apr | AED 2,310 | low | Aug | AED 2,791 | high | Dec | AED 2,984 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate at the destination is characterized by consistently high temperatures: the hottest month is February, with an average high of 31.7°C. The period from May to June, as well as October and November, is marked by heavy rainfall, with the peak of the rains occurring in June.
Currently, the most affordable offers are available for June, when flight prices start AED 1,817. Given the limited flight frequency (about once a week), prices for popular dates can increase significantly, so it is recommended to keep an eye on price trends.
For a comfortable trip, it is best to choose the period from December to February, when the driest weather sets in. It is advisable to avoid flying in June if you want to minimize the chance of prolonged tropical downpours.
Flights on the Nairobi — Abidjan route are regularly operated by one main airline — Kenya Airways (KQ). On average, there is about 1 flight per week, so we recommend planning your trip in advance and checking for available direct connections. You can find detailed information about departure days and route options in the list below.
Flights Nairobi — Abidjan depart from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Wilson Airport and arrive at Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is approximately 4,600 km. The estimated travel time for a direct flight is about 5 hours and 30 minutes, though the exact duration depends on the aircraft type and weather conditions.
The main carrier on this route is Kenya Airways (KQ). It provides a regular connection between the capitals of Kenya and Côte d'Ivoire.
Yes, there are direct flights on this route, which operate approximately once a week. You can check seat availability for specific dates in the search block on this page.
Flights from Nairobi arrive at Abidjan International Airport (Félix-Houphouët-Boigny). This is the main gateway to Côte d'Ivoire, conveniently located for transfers to the city center.
Airfares for Nairobi — Abidjan are dynamic and depend on the season. The latest minimum fares and special offers are always displayed in the low-price calendar.
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