Why Kenyan families choose India for treatment
Kenya is one of the largest sources of medical travel to India in East Africa. Patients from Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu and Eldoret come for cardiac surgery, oncology, transplants, neurosurgery, orthopaedics and fertility care - treatments where India combines high case volumes, accredited hospitals and prices 60–80% below United States or United Kingdom levels.
Arodya coordinates every part of that journey. We review your reports, present verified hospital and doctor options, obtain hospital-confirmed cost estimates before you commit to travel, and give you one named coordinator from first contact to safe return. The service is free for patients - hospitals pay us, you never do.
5.5–7h
Direct flight from Nairobi
60–80%
Lower than US and UK prices
60+
JCI-accredited hospitals in India
Swahili
Interpreter support on request
Travelling from Nairobi or Mombasa
Kenya has excellent air links to India. Direct services operate from Jomo Kenyatta International (NBO) in Nairobi to Mumbai (BOM) and Delhi (DEL), with a flight time of roughly 5.5–7 hours. Patients from Mombasa (MBA) usually connect through Nairobi or the Gulf.
| Planning detail | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Departure airports | Nairobi (NBO), Mombasa (MBA) |
| Flight options | Direct services from Nairobi to Mumbai and Delhi |
| Typical flight time | 5.5–7 hours non-stop |
| Arrival cities in India | Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad |
| Visa route | India e-Medical Visa, usually issued in 2–5 business days |
| Currency note | Treatment is quoted in US dollars |
| Language support | Care is in English; Swahili interpreters on request |
Airline schedules, fares and visa processing times change. We confirm the current position with you before anything is booked.
What treatment costs in India
| Procedure | Cost in India (USD) | Typical cost in the US or UK | Recovery |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardiac bypass or valve surgery | $5,000 – $8,000 | $80,000 – $150,000 | 4–6 weeks |
| Cancer treatment (comprehensive) | $6,000 – $15,000 | $40,000 – $150,000 | Varies by type and stage |
| Knee replacement | $4,000 – $7,000 | $30,000 – $50,000 | 6–8 weeks |
| Hip replacement | $5,000 – $8,000 | $30,000 – $60,000 | 6–10 weeks |
| Spine surgery | $5,000 – $14,000 | $60,000 – $110,000 | 6–16 weeks |
| Neurosurgery | $5,000 – $18,000 | $50,000 – $150,000 | 4–12 weeks |
| Kidney transplant | $13,000 – $20,000 | $250,000+ | 3–6 months |
| Liver transplant | $28,000 – $50,000 | $500,000+ | 3–6 months |
| Bone marrow transplant | $25,000 – $40,000 | $300,000+ | 3–6 months |
| IVF cycle | $2,500 – $4,000 | $12,000 – $25,000 | 1–2 weeks per cycle |
Ranges are indicative of accredited private hospitals and exclude flights, visas and accommodation. Treatment is quoted and settled in US dollars, so the Kenyan shilling rate on the day of transfer is worth checking with your bank. A hospital-verified estimate follows once a specialist has reviewed your reports. Browse the full treatment directory for detail on each programme.
Treatment costs in India compared with Kenya
The saving is largest where the procedure is scarce at home. At roughly 145 KES to the US dollar, the figures below are what Kenyan families typically weigh up when a specialist recommends surgery.
| Treatment | Cost in India (USD) | Cost in Kenya or abroad | Typical saving |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cancer treatment (comprehensive) | $6,000 – $15,000 | $30,000 – $60,000 | Up to 80% |
| Cardiac bypass surgery | $5,000 – $8,000 | $25,000 – $50,000 | Up to 80% |
| Orthopaedic joint replacement | $4,000 – $7,000 | $18,000 – $35,000 | Up to 78% |
| Kidney transplant | $13,000 – $20,000 | $40,000+ | Up to 68% |
| IVF and fertility treatment | $2,500 – $4,000 | $3,500 – $7,000 | Up to 55% |
| Bone marrow transplant | $25,000 – $40,000 | Very limited locally | Access as well as cost |
Figures are indicative and exclude flights, visas and accommodation. Bone marrow transplant is the clearest case for travelling: the issue is availability rather than price.
Your medical visa, step by step
Send your reports
Share scans, discharge summaries and test results by WhatsApp or email. A short case summary is enough to begin.
Get doctor options
Specialists review the case and we return with hospital choices, proposed treatment plans and indicative costs.
Receive the hospital invitation letter
Once you choose a hospital, it issues the invitation letter needed for the Indian e-Medical Visa application.
Apply for the e-Medical Visa
Apply online with your passport, photograph, the hospital letter, proof of funds and your travel plan. Up to two family members can apply for e-Medical Attendant visas.
Travel and treatment
We arrange airport pickup, accommodation near the hospital, admission and interpreters, then stay in contact through discharge and follow-up.
Have ready: a passport valid for at least six months, the hospital invitation letter, a passport-size photograph, proof of funds and confirmed return tickets.
What your coordinator handles
Hospital and doctor shortlists
Verified options showing the surgeon's experience, the hospital's accreditation and realistic timelines. You make the final choice.
Costs before you fly
Hospital-confirmed estimates and treatment timelines, so there are no surprises after admission.
Travel and stay
Visa paperwork, airport pickup, accommodation for attendants and help with onward domestic travel inside India.
A patient from Kenya
“Max Hospital handled my bypass surgery professionally. Arodya arranged everything - from medical visa to post-surgery care.”
Start with a free case review
Send your reports today and receive doctor options with a hospital-verified estimate within one business day.
