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$369+ Cheap flights from the United States to Kenya

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LAX — NBO
Dec 4 — Dec 111
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This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/171:30 pmIAD - NBO
1 stop29h 35mTurkish Airlines
Mon 11/244:50 amNBO - IAD
1 stop38h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/3$838
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/108:40 pmIAD - NBO
2 stops21h 00mEthiopian Air
Tue 11/255:30 pmNBO - IAD
2 stops22h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/4$840
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/101:30 pmIAD - NBO
1 stop29h 35mTurkish Airlines
Sun 11/164:50 amNBO - IAD
1 stop22h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/2$841
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/196:07 amDCA - NBO
1 stop21h 08mKenya Airways
Thu 12/1111:35 pmNBO - DCA
1 stop18h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/3$841
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/69:15 pmEWR - NBO
2 stops20h 25mEthiopian Air
Wed 11/193:45 amNBO - EWR
2 stops23h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/3$843
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/259:20 pmATL - NBO
1 stop31h 25mEtihad Airways
Thu 12/41:40 pmNBO - ATL
1 stop34h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 11/3$844
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/128:40 pmIAD - NBO
2 stops21h 00mEthiopian Air
Mon 11/245:30 pmNBO - IAD
2 stops22h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/3$845
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/157:49 pmIAD - NBO
1 stop31h 26mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/2711:35 pmNBO - IAD
1 stop19h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$847
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/134:55 pmDCA - NBO
1 stop34h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/2511:35 pmNBO - DCA
1 stop26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$847
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/86:10 pmIAD - NBO
1 stop27h 15mSAUDIA
Mon 11/177:20 amNBO - IAD
1 stop39h 25mSAUDIA
Deal found 11/3$848
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/46:10 pmIAD - NBO
1 stop26h 35mSAUDIA
Fri 11/77:20 amNBO - IAD
1 stop39h 25mSAUDIA
Deal found 11/2$851
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/185:45 pmIAD - NBO
2 stops21h 00mBrussels Airlines
Wed 4/111:40 pmNBO - IAD
1 stop20h 50mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 11/3$852

Cheap flight deals from USA to Kenya

Keep the following information in mind while searching for USA to Kenya flight deals. Data was last updated November 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Expedia
2 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$780
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$369
(CrystalTravel)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$975

Good round-trip deal

$1,066 or less

Good one-way deal

$521 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for New York (NYC)-Nairobi flight deals.
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From USA to Kenya
One-way flight from USA to Kenya
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($104 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($50 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from USA to Kenya.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from USA to Kenya.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United States to Kenya that are best for you.

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Return

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Washington, D.C.Nairobi

IAD - NBO

IADNBO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/3

6:10 pm-5:25 am

1 stop27h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 1/12

2:40 am-2:45 pm

1 stop20h 05m

$843

AtlantaNairobi

ATL - NBO

ATLNBO

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 1/12

1:45 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops23h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 4/12

11:35 pm-5:37 pm

1 stop25h 02m

$871

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

IAD - NBO

IADNBO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 2/16

12:32 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops25h 28m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 3/10

11:35 pm-6:42 pm

2 stops26h 07m

$875

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/11

5:20 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop18h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 12/9

11:20 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop24h 50m

$892

AtlantaNairobi

ATL - NBO

ATLNBO

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 11/19

9:04 am-9:10 pm

2 stops28h 06m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 12/8

11:20 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop21h 35m

$897

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/14

7:10 am-9:10 pm

2 stops29h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 12/9

11:59 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop23h 21m

$897

AtlantaNairobi

ATL - NBO

ATLNBO

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 11/20

9:04 am-9:10 pm

2 stops28h 06m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 12/6

11:20 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop23h 40m

$898

AtlantaNairobi

ATL - NBO

ATLNBO

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 11/24

5:40 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop19h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 12/4

11:20 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop26h 35m

$898

ChicagoNairobi

ORD - NBO

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/27

11:15 am-10:45 pm

3 stops26h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 2/2

11:40 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops24h 15m

$909

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

IAD - NBO

IADNBO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/10

12:40 pm-10:45 pm

3 stops26h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 1/30

11:40 pm-8:59 pm

2 stops29h 19m

$924

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Best time to book a flight from USA to Kenya

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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United States to Kenya

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from USA to Kenya?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Kenya (average of $749). Flying from USA to Kenya in July is currently the most expensive (average of $962). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from US to KE?

Find hourly flight availability from USA to Kenya. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 4, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from USA to Kenya is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 3% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from USA to Kenya?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from USA to Kenya. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their USA to Kenya flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Kenya

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kenya. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Kenya. Reviews last updated November 4, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Qatar Airways, and Turkish Airlines from the United States to Kenya to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from USA to Kenya. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airlines that operate this route have sustainability practices in place and what are they?

    One of the airlines that operates this route in a sustainable fashion is Kenya Airways. To offset aviation emissions it has a tree planting program, which helps absorb carbon in the atmosphere. Air France also operates this route in a sustainable fashion, having reduced its noise footprint by up to 40% compared to the 2000s.

  • Which airports in the United States have sustainability practices and what are they?

    Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) was the first terminal to be accredited with the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design certification, which is the most widely used green building accreditation in the world. An example of this is the heat-reflecting roof and wind turbines that provide energy. Similarly, Denver Airport (DEN) has a large solar panel farm to provide power to the terminal.

  • What can travelers going from the origin to the destination do in order to reduce their own carbon footprint while traveling?

    To reduce your own carbon footprint, you can search for flights that emit less CO2 during the journey. You can also look for flights that operate during daytime hours, as these are considered to have a lesser warming effect on the environment compared to night flights. Non-stop flights, or those with fewer changes, are also more environmentally friendly as they use less fuel.

  • What airports serve USA to Kenya flights?

    When traveling to Kenya from the USA, there are many airports available to depart from. One of the most common is John F. Kennedy International Airport that leaves from New York City. This is the busiest airport in New York and the sixth busiest in the United States as a whole. It is a hub for JetBlue, American Airlines, and Delta Air Lines. While there are several destinations to land in when reaching Kenya, the most popular is Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. This airport is nine miles from the central business district of Nairobi and has flights to 50 different countries.

  • Which airlines fly directly from the USA to Kenya?

    There are a limited number of nonstop, direct flights originating in the United States and going to Kenya. Each of them departs through JFK International Airport and flies into Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport. These flights last about 14h 00m and are offered by Kenya Airways. While these are the only direct flights into Kenya, there are many stopover flights. Those coming from New York City are offered by airlines including Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, and SriLankan Airlines. Detroit Wayne County Airport has flights to Kenya from Spirit Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and Qatar Airways.

  • What are the stopover options between the USA to Kenya?

    If you are traveling into Nairobi from Detroit, there are several stops that may be made on the flight. Flights with at least two stops are less expensive than those with only one, but they tend to be longer flights. Some of the stopover locations include Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport, Istanbul Airport, and Logan International Boston Airport. Stopover flights are also available into other airports such as Angama Mara Airport and Keekorok Airport in Maasai Mara. Some stops that you may experience include Nairobi Airport, Hartsfield-Jackson Airport, and Istanbul Airport.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from the USA to Kenya?

    Flying to Kenya from the USA requires a passport valid for at least six months from the entry date into the country. Visas are also required along with a return ticket.

  • How long is the flight from USA to Kenya?

    A quick flight from USA to Kenya can take about 23h 25m. SAUDIA provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $871. There are 8042 mi between USA and Kenya. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from USA to Kenya one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Etihad Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $379. SAUDIA flights start at $397 while deals on Qatar Airways start at $431 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from USA to Kenya that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on USA to Kenya flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from USA to Kenya?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from USA to Kenya.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from USA to Kenya?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from USA to Kenya by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from USA to Kenya?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Kenya (average of $749). Flying from USA to Kenya in July is currently the most expensive (average of $962). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from USA to Kenya

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from USA to Kenya. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SAUDIACheapest$712Average$1,071FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$740Average$1,068FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$743Average$1,031FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$793Average$1,625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$827Average$1,478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Brussels AirlinesCheapest$868Average$1,287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$873Average$1,343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
EgyptairCheapest$884Average$1,332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$892Average$1,284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
RwandAirCheapest$895Average$1,425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

Helpful tips for your next trip to Kenya

Get useful tips and recommendations to enhance your travel experience on your next trip to Kenya. Learn about must-visit attractions, local customs, transportation options, weather conditions, and other valuable tips to make your trip more enjoyable and hassle-free.
  • When you get flights to the United States from Kenya, you can look for information to see if an airport is sustainable. For instance, the Airport Carbon Accreditation is an institutionally-endorsed carbon management certification with a list of accredited airports.
  • The major airlines in the United States have pledged to work alongside government leaders to achieve a carbon neutral status by the year 2050. To achieve this, airlines are investing in planes with greater fuel-efficiency and also developing greener fuels.
  • Kenya Airports Authority has committed to the highest standards of environmental management. This includes complying with environmental legislation, fostering a responsible staff culture and minimizing the adverse impact of aviation on the environment.

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