Cheap flights from Nairobi to Arusha
Cheap flights from Nairobi to Arusha cover a short cross-border hop, and non-stop services exist alongside connecting itineraries. Jomo Kenyatta is the Nairobi airport named for this route, while Arusha is the arrival point, so the practical choice is less about which Nairobi airport to use and more about whether you want a direct flight or a connection. On a route this short, total travel time can be shaped as much by check-in, immigration and any transfer as by time in the air, so compare the full itinerary, baggage rules and fare conditions rather than the headline price alone.
Prices found on this route
Lowest fare found per airline in recent searches — click to search that date on kissandfly.com
| Airline | Flight | Rating | Date | Price from | Search |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Air TanzaniaTC | with a stop | — | 12 Nov 2026 | from $235 | Search 12 Nov 2026 |
 FlightlinkYS | direct | — | 23 Jul 2027 | from $254 | Search 23 Jul 2027 |
 SafarilinkF2 | direct | — | 12 Nov 2026 | from $302 | Search 12 Nov 2026 |
 FlexflightW2 | direct | ★★★★★ 4.1 | 7 Nov 2026 | from $324 | Search 7 Nov 2026 |
 Precision AirPW | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.3 | 12 Nov 2026 | from $327 | Search 12 Nov 2026 |
| W1WorldTicketW1 | direct | — | 7 Nov 2026 | from $374 | Search 7 Nov 2026 |
 Hahn Air SystemsH1 | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.8 | 22 Dec 2026 | from $400 | Search 22 Dec 2026 |
 Kenya AirwaysKQ | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.6 | 12 Nov 2026 | from $413 | Search 12 Nov 2026 |
 Air KenyaP2 | direct | — | 18 Jan 2027 | from $462 | Search 18 Jan 2027 |
 RwandAirWB | with a stop | — | 21 Dec 2026 | from $507 | Search 21 Dec 2026 |
Source: fares found by Tickets Travel Network search engines, snapshot of 4 November 2026. Prices are converted to USD at an approximate rate; the exact price is shown on the booking site.
Price by month
Lowest fare found for each month in recent searches. Cheapest month: December — from $188.
| Month | Price from | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | from $235 | 12 Nov 2026 | |
| December 2026 | from $188 | 1 Dec 2026 | |
| January 2027 | from $333 | 18 Jan 2027 | |
| February 2027 | from $274 | 15 Feb 2027 | |
| March 2027 | from $373 | 18 Mar 2027 | |
| April 2027 | from $258 | 5 Apr 2027 | |
| May 2027 | from $261 | 18 May 2027 | |
| June 2027 | from $309 | 28 Jun 2027 | |
| July 2027 | from $254 | 23 Jul 2027 | |
| August 2027 | from $262 | 10 Aug 2027 | |
| September 2027 | from $308 | 16 Sept 2027 | |
| October 2027 | from $261 | 20 Oct 2027 |
Airports on this route
Distances are straight-line from the city centre
| City | Airport | To centre |
|---|---|---|
| Nairobi | Jomo Kenyatta NBO | 13 km |
| Arusha | Arusha ARK | 6 km |
Route on the map
When to fly
Fares on this route are usually least forgiving around Christmas, New Year and school holiday periods, when seats fill early and prices climb. Outside those peaks, the calendar opens up, and January is the cheapest month in the price data for Nairobi to Arusha. Midweek dates can sometimes help, but the safest habit is to compare several dates in the month you want rather than trust a single cheapest day.
Airlines and what to expect
Air Tanzania and Kenya Airways are the natural first comparison on this route, with RwandAir also listed. The regional names - Flightlink, Precision Air, Safarilink and Air Kenya - may offer shorter routings or different baggage terms, while Flexflight, WorldTicket and Hahn Air Systems also appear in the list, so check which airline actually operates each flight before you book. Direct flights exist, but not every itinerary is non-stop, so compare total journey time, baggage rules and fare conditions rather than price alone.
Arriving — Arusha
Arrange your onward transport before you land, because Arusha airport is small and informal taxis and hotel pickups are the usual way into town. Keep your documents and any entry paperwork ready for inspection, collect your baggage promptly, and confirm the name on your booking matches your passport. If you are continuing to a lodge or safari, agree the meeting point and vehicle in advance rather than improvising at the arrivals area.
Before you go: Tanzania
- Currency
- TZS (TSh)
- Power sockets
- Type G · 230 V
- Language
- Swahili, English
- Emergency number
- 112, 114, 115
- Calling code
- +255
- Internet domain
- .tz
- Population of Arusha
- 416 k (2012)
- Time zone
- UTC+03 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam)
Country facts: Wikidata
Check before you book
- Check passport validity and Tanzania entry requirements before you book.
- Confirm that your ticket names Jomo Kenyatta as the departure airport.
- Compare baggage allowances and fees for the carrier you choose.
- Allow extra time if your itinerary connects on separate tickets.
- Check dates around January and school holiday periods before paying.
- Keep digital and paper copies of your booking and documents.
Frequently asked questions
Nairobi – Arusha: when is it cheapest to fly?
The lowest price in recent searches was found for December 2026 — $188. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.
Nairobi – Arusha: which airlines fly this route?
Airlines with offers on this route: Air Tanzania, Flightlink, Safarilink, Flexflight, Precision Air, WorldTicket, Hahn Air Systems, Kenya Airways, Air Kenya, RwandAir.
Nairobi – Arusha: are there direct flights?
Yes, direct flights were available in recent searches.
How long is the flight from Nairobi to Arusha?
The distance is about 232 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 0 h 44 min. Direct flights were found in recent searches.
Which airports serve Nairobi – Arusha?
Nairobi: Jomo Kenyatta (NBO). Arusha: Arusha (ARK).
What is the time difference between Nairobi and Arusha?
Arusha is in the same time zone as Nairobi.