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week: 22 Sept - 28 Sept
Flights from just $988
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Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
89%Trains are 89% more expensive in Nairobi than in Shanghai.
Shanghai$0.64
Nairobi$1.21
MealMid-priced restaurant
21%The average meal is 21% more expensive in Nairobi than in Shanghai.
Shanghai$7.52
Nairobi$9.07
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
30%A taxi fare in Nairobi is 30% cheaper than in Shanghai.
Shanghai$3.44
Nairobi$2.42
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
29%Coffee in Nairobi is 29% cheaper than in Shanghai.
Shanghai$5.14
Nairobi$3.67
Exchange rate
1 AUD = 83.68 KES
1 KES = 0.02 AUD
Last checked on Wed, 6/08
Distance: 9576 kms
Shanghai airports
Pu Dong (PVG)How far from city centre: 31 kms
Hongqiao (SHA)How far from city centre: 7 kms
Nairobi airports
Jomo Kenyatta Internatonal (NBO)How far from city centre: 16 kms

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When do you want to depart from Shanghai? Adjust your travel dates and explore a wide range of options to Nairobi. With Opodo, you can find the perfect flight from our extensive selection, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable trip. Compare prices, flight durations, and amenities to choose the best option that suits your needs.


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Frequently asked questions about flights from Shanghai to Nairobi

How long does the flight take to go from Shanghai to Nairobi?
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How can I find cheap flights from Shanghai to Nairobi at Opodo?
At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the cheapest flight available from Shanghai to Nairobi. Considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys, our search engine works to provides always the best price with the best conditions.
Is Nairobi expensive to visit compared to Shanghai?

If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Nairobi costs an average of 2.42 AUD, 30% cheaper than Shanghai, with a fare of 3.44 AUD,

while train tickets costs 89% more in Nairobi: 1.21 AUD against 0.64 AUD in Shanghai.

If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 9.07 AUD in Nairobi, 21% more than the 7.52 AUD in Shanghai.

The price of the coffee is around 29% cheaper in Nairobi, with an average of 3.67 AUD, while in Shanghai the coffee costs 5.14 AUD.

When is the best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Nairobi?
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Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Shanghai to Nairobi?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions Kenya may apply when travelling from Shanghai. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!
How is the weather in Nairobi compared to Shanghai?
While in Shanghai the temperatures can reach an average of 37.03 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 12 mm ,Nairobi's temperatures can go up to 30.06 ºC during the hot season, with 6 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around 9.29 ºC in Nairobi, compared to the -2.66 ºC average degrees reported in Shanghai. During the winter period, Shanghai can register 3 mm precipitation, while Nairobi have an average of 2.3 mm rain level.
Which airports have flights between Shanghai and Nairobi?
Which are the airlines with flights from Shanghai to Nairobi?

Airlines with direct flights departing from Shanghai to Nairobi are:

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