Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Nairobi

FAQ

• Which airlines offer flights from Shanghai to Nairobi?

  At the moment, several airlines serve connecting flights from Shanghai to Nairobi, including: China Southern Airlines Emirates Ethiopian Airlines Etihad Airways Qatar Airways Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings made by users on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• When is the best time to book flights from Shanghai to Nairobi?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Nairobi is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• When are flight tickets from Shanghai (SHA) to Nairobi (NBO) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Shanghai to Nairobi is October, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Nairobi on?

  After crunching the numbers on our October flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Nairobi on October 28, 2025 with China Eastern Airlines, with prices starting at JOD 4,788.

• Which airports can I fly to for Nairobi from Shanghai?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Nairobi, with Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (PVG-NBO) is by far the most common option on this route: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) Wilson Airport (WIL).

• Is there any time difference between Shanghai and Nairobi?

  The time difference between Nairobi and Shanghai is 5h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Shanghai to Nairobi?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.