Commenting on the announcement, Ghaith Al Ghaith, Chief Executive Officer at flydubai, said: “Kenya is an important market for flydubai, and we are pleased to strengthen our operations with the addition of Nairobi and the increased frequency of our service to Mombasa. These flights underline the importance of connecting Kenya to Dubai’s global aviation hub, enhancing access for trade, travel and tourism between our two countries. We remain committed to playing our part in supporting stronger economic and cultural ties between the UAE and Africa.”
Flydubai has steadily built its presence in Africa, connecting Dubai to key markets across the region. With the launch of Nairobi, the airline now serves 12 destinations in Africa, including Alexandria, Addis Ababa, Al Alamein (seasonal summer route), Asmara, Cairo, Dar es Salaam, Djibouti, Entebbe, Hargeisa, Mombasa, and Zanzibar. These flights support increased connectivity for passengers and contribute to stronger business and tourism flows between the UAE and East Africa.
Sudhir Sreedharan, Divisional Senior Vice President of Commercial Operations (UAE, GCC, Africa, and South Asia) at flydubai, added:
- “We are pleased to see our footprint in Kenya grow with the start of flights to Nairobi and the daily service to Mombasa, which started with a four-times-weekly service in 2024. This expansion provides more convenient options for customers from the UAE and across our network to access Kenya, whether they are travelling for business, leisure or to visit friends and family. We sincerely thank the Kenyan authorities and our partners for their support in making these routes possible.”
Nairobi is East Africa’s economic, cultural, and political hub, home to thriving business districts, vibrant markets, and a diverse cultural scene. The city is also unique for its proximity to wildlife, with Nairobi National Park located just minutes from the city centre.
Passengers travelling with flydubai to Nairobi in Business Class can enjoy an enhanced travel experience featuring lie-flat seats, internationally inspired menus, and hours of immersive entertainment. Economy Class passengers can also sit back, relax, and enjoy their journey with seats that offer a gentle recline and an adjustable leather headrest. Flights to JKIA will operate four times a week on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays.
Return Business Class fares to Nairobi start from KSh 158,287 (AED 4,500), while Economy Class Lite fares start from KSh 52,762 (AED 1,700). Return Business Class fares from Nairobi start from KSh 258,338 (US$2,000), with Economy Class Lite fares from KSh 64,584 (US$500).
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