Kenya-Middle East air travel rebounds despite ongoing war

Author: Vincent OwinoPublished on: October 19, 2026Country: Kenya

Business & EconomyTravel & Tourism

Kenya-Middle East air travel rebounds despite ongoing war

Air travel between Kenya and Middle Eastern countries rebounded in the third quarter despite the ongoing conflict. Departures from Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to destinations such as Dubai and Doha rose sharply in July and August. They reached record levels and exceeded last year’s figures, pointing to resilient demand on the routes.

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