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Lowest fare₹62,257Air Tanzania Corp
Fastest7h 25mgate to gate
Options found6flights on this route
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Air Tanzania Corp
Air Tanzania Corp
TC-213
14:45
2026-11-14
Lubumbashi (FBM)Zaire flagLuano
7H :25 M
1 Stop
DAR · 3h 35m Dar Es Salaam (DAR), Tanzania
23:10
2026-11-14
Nairobi (NBO)Kenya flagJomo Kenyatta International
Air Tanzania Corp
Air Tanzania Corp
TC-213
14:45
2026-11-14
Lubumbashi (FBM)Zaire flagLuano
25H :05 M
1 Stop
DAR · 21h 15m Dar Es Salaam (DAR), Tanzania
16:50
2026-11-15
Nairobi (NBO)Kenya flagJomo Kenyatta International
South African Airways
South African Airways
SA-51
13:10
2026-11-14
Lubumbashi (FBM)Zaire flagLuano
27H :00 M
1 Stop
JNB · 20h 15m Johannesburg (JNB), South Africa
17:10
2026-11-15
Nairobi (NBO)Kenya flagJomo Kenyatta International
South African Airways
South African Airways
SA-51
13:10
2026-11-14
Lubumbashi (FBM)Zaire flagLuano
16H :30 M
1 Stop
JNB · 9h 45m Johannesburg (JNB), South Africa
06:40
2026-11-15
Nairobi (NBO)Kenya flagJomo Kenyatta International
Ethiopian Airlines S C
Ethiopian Airlines S C
ET-870
13:55
2026-11-14
Lubumbashi (FBM)Zaire flagLuano
10H :30 M
1 Stop
ADD · 4h 25m Addis Ababa (ADD), Ethiopia
01:25
2026-11-15
Nairobi (NBO)Kenya flagJomo Kenyatta International
Ethiopian Airlines S C
Ethiopian Airlines S C
ET-870
13:55
2026-11-14
Lubumbashi (FBM)Zaire flagLuano
22H :15 M
1 Stop
ADD · 15h 50m Addis Ababa (ADD), Ethiopia
13:10
2026-11-15
Nairobi (NBO)Kenya flagJomo Kenyatta International

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Airfare Highlights

From flights departing on Sat, 14 Nov 2026.

Lowest fare ₹62,257 Air Tanzania Corp 14:45
Earliest departure ₹113,260 South African Airways 13:10
Shortest duration ₹62,257 Air Tanzania Corp 14:45
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Afternoon 12:00-17:59 ₹62,257 Air Tanzania Corp at 14:45
Evening 18:00-23:59 No option Open full search for more

Departure & Arrival Airport Details

Lubumbashi (FBM)

Luano

Congo (kinshasa)

GMT 2

Latitude: -11.5913000107

Longitude: 27.5308990479

Nairobi (NBO)

Jomo Kenyatta International

Kenya

GMT 3

Latitude: -1.31923997402

Longitude: 36.9277992249

Distance: Lubumbashi (FBM), Congo (kinshasa) to Nairobi (NBO), Kenya - 1,542.59 km
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Route forecast

Weather in Lubumbashi and Nairobi

Live forecast for both cities, 03 Nov to 06 Nov.

Departure city

Lubumbashi

Fri, 06 Nov
31°CCloudyLow 19°
73% humidity 4 km/h wind
  • Tue31° / 20°
  • Wed30° / 19°
  • Thu32° / 19°
Arrival city

Nairobi

Fri, 06 Nov
20°CRain expectedLow 17°
81% humidity 9 km/h wind 8.1 mm rain
  • Tue25° / 16°
  • Wed26° / 16°
  • Thu24° / 17°

Forecast data from MET Norway, CC BY 4.0.

Smart travel dates

Holidays and peak dates for Nairobi

Fares and hotel rates usually run higher around these dates. Booking earlier or moving your trip by a day or two often costs less.

  • 12DecJamhuri DaySaturday
  • 25DecChristmas DayFriday
  • 26DecBoxing DaySaturday
  • 01JanNew Year's DayFriday

Fixed-date national holidays. Festivals that follow the lunar calendar shift each year and are not listed here, so check the exact date for your travel year.

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How to travel Lubumbashi to Nairobi

Ways to make this trip that you can book on FlyX, compared by price and journey time.

OptionFromJourney timeAvailabilityAction
Connecting flight₹62,257Longer, includes a stop6 options

Air distance is about 1,543 km. 3 airlines operate this route.

Road distance and coach duration are approximate estimates from the air distance, not a timetable.

Airlines flying from Lubumbashi to Nairobi

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Air Tanzania Corp Flights

from ₹62,2572 flights
Fares from
₹62,257
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
2 in the list above

South African Airways Flights

from ₹113,2602 flights
Fares from
₹113,260
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
2 in the list above

Ethiopian Airlines S C Flights

from ₹422,5862 flights
Fares from
₹422,586
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
2 in the list above

Route Overview & Flight Facts

Fastest flight duration7h 25m · Air Tanzania Corp
First departure of the day13:10 · South African Airways
Last departure of the day14:45 · Air Tanzania Corp
Flight options found6
Airport codesLubumbashi–FBM, Nairobi–NBO

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Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights

Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration

The search for Sat, 14 Nov found 6 flight options. The first flight leaves around 13:10 and the last around 14:45. The fastest flight takes about 7h 25m.

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Destination & City Travel Guide

About Nairobi

Nairobi offers a rare pairing of city museums and wildlife. Nairobi National Park lies close to the urban edge, while the National Museum introduces the country through natural and cultural collections. Central markets and neighbourhood cafés add a different day. Travellers from India often use the city before a safari or a meeting, but a short stay still needs careful road planning. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is southeast of the centre, and traffic can change the transfer time sharply.

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Tips for travellers from India

Select a Nairobi base around the main purpose of the visit. A central hotel works for the National Museum and business in the core, while Karen is more useful for attractions on the southwestern side. A safari operator’s pickup point matters as much as the hotel’s straight-line distance from the airport. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Wilson Airport are separate facilities, and some onward safari flights use Wilson, requiring a road transfer rather than an airside connection.

Nairobi National Park is a wildlife outing with its own entry arrangements and vehicle planning; it cannot be treated like a city garden reached between meetings. Reserve a distinct block for it and avoid combining a game drive with a tightly timed departure from the international airport. The National Museum offers a different introduction to Kenya through its collections and can anchor an indoor half-day. Markets and central streets fit better around that museum visit than around a cross-city airport transfer. If staying in Karen, group southwestern attractions together before returning to the hotel. For an onward safari, confirm which Nairobi airport appears on the domestic ticket, the operator’s baggage allowance and the pickup location. This prevents a short city stay from becoming a sequence of unnecessary drives between the two airports and opposite hotel districts.

Best time to visit Nairobi

June to September or January to February, about 12–27°C, for generally drier outings.

Places to visit in Nairobi

Nairobi National ParkNairobi National MuseumGiraffe CentreKarura ForestKenya Railway MuseumMaasai Market

How to reach Nairobi

By Air: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is about 15–18 km southeast of central Nairobi; road travel can take about 25–60 minutes. Taxis, booked cars, buses and hotel shuttles serve arrivals.

By Rail: Nairobi Central station links with the Madaraka Express service via Nairobi Terminus; check transfer arrangements.

By Road: The Nairobi Expressway and Mombasa Road lead from the airport; intercity buses depart from city terminals.

What to do in Nairobi

Arrange a wildlife drive in Nairobi National Park.
Explore the National Museum collections.
Walk marked trails in Karura Forest.
Visit the Giraffe Centre on a planned outing.

Nairobi airport information

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Kenya Airways uses Terminal 1A for most flights. During renovation work from September 2026, some of its flights and Precision Air services moved to Terminal 1C, so check the operating airline’s terminal on a codeshare booking.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is it worth booking Lubumbashi to Nairobi flights in advance?

There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. On the Lubumbashi to Nairobi dates shown on this page, the lowest fare is on a Saturday at ₹62,257. This can change from week to week.

How far is Lubumbashi from Nairobi by air?

The direct air distance between Lubumbashi (FBM) and Nairobi (NBO) is about 1,543 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.

Is there a direct flight from Lubumbashi to Nairobi?

Not on the dates shown here. Every Lubumbashi to Nairobi option on this page has at least one stop. Non-stop service can differ by season and by day, so check nearby dates before you decide.

Which airlines fly Lubumbashi to Nairobi?

Air Tanzania Corp, South African Airways and Ethiopian Airlines S C are listed on this route for the dates shown here. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.

How long is the flight from Lubumbashi to Nairobi?

Every option on this page has at least one stop, and the shortest total journey time is about 7h 25m including the layover. Non-stop service on this route can vary by season and by day.

What is the baggage allowance on Lubumbashi to Nairobi flights?

Allowance is set by the airline and the fare you pick, not by the route. Fares on this page include 2 Pieces and 46KG (23 KG X 2 pcs). Cabin baggage is counted separately, and the exact allowance for the fare you choose is shown in the fare conditions before payment.

What is the cheapest Lubumbashi to Nairobi flight fare?

The lowest Lubumbashi to Nairobi fare on this page is ₹62,257. Fares on the same dates run up to ₹431,286, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline prices change often, so search your dates for the current fare.

Which is the cheapest airline for Lubumbashi to Nairobi flight?

On this page, Air Tanzania Corp has the lowest Lubumbashi to Nairobi fare, starting from ₹62,257. South African Airways is next, from ₹113,260. The cheapest airline can change with the date, so compare a few days around your trip.

What time do Lubumbashi to Nairobi flights depart?

On the dates shown here, the first departure is around 13:10 and the last around 14:45, local time at Lubumbashi. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.

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What to Expect When Booking Your Flight

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Approx route distance: 1,542.59 km.

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Lowest Lubumbashi to Nairobi airfare, in 30 days and in 90 days

Cheapest FareFareDateAirlineDeparture
Lowest Airfare ₹62,257 14/11/2026 Air Tanzania Corp 14:45
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days ₹61,012 27/11/2026 Air Tanzania Corp 14:45
Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days ₹59,144 26/01/2027 Air Tanzania Corp 14:45

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Lubumbashi to Nairobi Flight Distance, Duration and Time

The aerial distance between Lubumbashi and Nairobi is about 1,543 KM. In these results, journey times range from 7h 25m to 27h. Flights with a layover take longer because the total includes the connection time.

Lubumbashi to Nairobi flight duration is approximately 7 hours 25 minutes with a stop. No non-stop Lubumbashi to Nairobi flight is listed for the departure date shown on this page. Lubumbashi to Nairobi flight distance is around 1,543 KM.

Lubumbashi to Nairobi Flight Schedule and Timing

The search for these dates returned 6 flight options. The first departure from Lubumbashi is at 13:10 and the last is at 14:45. Flights leave from Luano and land at Jomo Kenyatta International.

Flight Route Details & Analysis

Flight DetailsInformation
RouteLubumbashi to Nairobi
Aerial Distance1,543 KM
Flight Duration7h 25m - 27h
Airport CodesLubumbashi - FBM, Nairobi - NBO
Total Flights Available6 flights0 direct6 with layovers
First Flight DepartureDeparts at 13:10
Last Flight DepartureDeparts at 14:45
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM)No flights in this time slot
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM)No flights in this time slot
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM)6 flights0 direct6 with layovers
Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM)No flights in this time slot
Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM)No flights in this time slot

Airport Information & Terminals

FBM: Lumbumbashi airport. Airport access in Lumbumbashi depends on arrival time, terminal, hotel location and local traffic. Confirm the airport name on the ticket, then choose between official taxi, app cab, airport bus, rail or hotel transfer based on luggage and time of day.

NBO: Nairobi airport. Airport access in Nairobi depends on arrival time, terminal, hotel location and local traffic. Confirm the airport name on the ticket, then choose between official taxi, app cab, airport bus, rail or hotel transfer based on luggage and time of day.
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