Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise) to Nairobi (CDG–NBO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
✈ Nonstop
KL2234+1
KL KLM
789
10:40 AM
CEST T2E
9:10 PM
EAT
9h 30m
M T W T F S S
Prices
KQ113+1
KQ Kenya
788
10:55 AM
CEST T2C
8:35 PM
EAT
8h 40m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AF828
AF Air France
772
12:29 PM
CEST T2E
9:52 PM
EAT
8h 23m
M T W T F S S
Prices
KQ115
KQ Kenya
788
10:19 PM
CEST T2C
7:59 AM+1
EAT
8h 40m
M T W T F S S
Prices
KQ164
KQ Kenya
788
8:47 AM
EAT T1A
4:27 PM
CEST
8h 40m
M T W T F S S
Prices
KQ114
KQ Kenya
788
12:59 PM
EAT T1A
8:55 PM
CEST
8h 56m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UU979
UU Air Austral
788
1:02 PM
EAT T1A
8:50 PM
CEST
8h 48m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UU973
UU Air Austral
788
10:05 PM
EAT T1A
6:00 AM+1
CEST
8h 55m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AF829
AF Air France
772
11:05 PM
EAT T1A
7:10 AM+1
CEST
9h 5m
M T W T F S S
Prices
KQ112+2
KQ Kenya
788
11:15 PM
EAT T1A
6:55 AM+1
CEST
8h 40m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise) to Nairobi
2 carriers, 21 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 21 Flights/wk 4,036 mi 8h 23m nonstop +1h ahead 35 1-stop hubs

CDG–NBO is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air France and Kenya Airways lead the route. The flight covers 4,036 miles in approximately 8h 23m. Beyond nonstop, 35 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop CDG–NBO service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
AF Air France Also: KL 7 772 8h23 SkyTeam KL
KQ Kenya Airways 7 788 8h40 SkyTeam
Aircraft on this route
772 Boeing 777-200 – AF
788 Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner – KQ
789 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner – KL
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: AF + KQ (14 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, CDG to NBO direction.
Mon
4
flights
Tue
2
flights
Wed
4
flights
Thu
2
flights
Fri
4
flights
Sat
3
flights
Sun
2
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
4
Nonstop flights
21
Outbound / wk
24
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for CDG to NBO.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
35
Hubs
~10h
Fastest
~42h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,939
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Nairobi is 1 hour ahead of Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise).
CDG: CEST · NBO: EAT

When it's 6:00 PM in Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise), it's 7:00 PM in Nairobi.
Distance & Flight Time
4,036 mi / 6,495 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 8h 23m to 9h 30m.
Visa & Entry

French passport holders must obtain a Kenya eTA (electronic Travel Authorization) before arrival. The eTA costs USD 95, allows a single entry, and permits stays of up to 90 days. Apply online at least 72 hours before travel. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.

Getting to CDG

RER B train runs from central Paris (Châtelet–Les Halles, Gare du Nord) to CDG T2 in 30–35 minutes (€11.80, RATP fare). From T2, a free CDGVAL people mover covers T1 and T3. Train frequency is every 10–15 minutes; service runs from around 5am to midnight.

Taxis from Paris have a fixed fare: €55 to the Right Bank (most of central Paris), €65 to the Left Bank. Journey time is 30–60 minutes depending on traffic on the A1. Ride-hail (Uber, Bolt) is often cheaper. Buses (Le Bus Direct) run from major Left Bank and Right Bank stops (€17).

CDG–NBO Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise) to Nairobi route.
Route details
Distance4,036 mi / 6,495 km
Flight time8h 23m to 9h 30m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights21 out / 24 return
1-stop connections35 hubs
Origin: CDG
IATA / ICAOCDG / LFPG
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Passengers/yr70.3M
Elevation392 ft / 119 m
Destination: NBO
IATA / ICAONBO / HKJK
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi
Passengers/yr8.2M
Elevation5,330 ft / 1,625 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about CDG to NBO flights.
Nonstop flights from Charles de Gaulle International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport take approximately 8h 23m to 9h 30m. The route covers 4,036 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: Air France and Kenya Airways. Plus 1 codeshare partner.
There are approximately 21 nonstop flights per week from CDG to NBO. The return direction has about 24 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through ATH, JIB, ZNZ, LUX, DMM, ADD, MCT, JED, AMS, DOH, DZA, JNB, BOM, DXB, LGW, LHR, AUH, TNR, DLA, BAH, IST, FRA, CPT, LOS, MRU, RUH, LFW, CAI, CKY, JFK, FIH, BRU, ABJ, BKK and CAN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nairobi is 1 hour ahead of Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise).
Yes, return flights from NBO to CDG are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from CDG to NBO

Charles de Gaulle International Airport (CDG) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) are connected by nonstop service from Air France and Kenya Airways. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.

CDG to NBO Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from CDG to NBO ranges from 8 hours 23 minutes to 9 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 4,036 miles (6,495 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 24 return, totaling 45 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

35 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 10 hours via ATH. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.