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Cheapest flights from USA to Kenya

Thu 9/179:30 am -
2 stops37h 40m
Sun 9/207:05 am -
1 stop39h 55m
Deal found 9/9$810
Tue 11/1010:00 pm -
1 stop24h 20m
Mon 11/167:15 pm -
1 stop27h 50m
Deal found 9/9$811
Fri 10/2310:20 pm -
1 stop37h 00m
Thu 10/291:35 pm -
1 stop26h 25m
Deal found 9/9$813
Wed 9/1610:20 pm -
1 stop31h 10m
Sun 9/271:35 pm -
2 stops31h 45m
Deal found 9/8$816
Sun 9/1310:35 pm -
2 stops36h 30m
Sat 9/197:05 am -
1 stop39h 55m
Deal found 9/9$821
Sun 9/1310:20 pm -
1 stop36h 45m
Sun 9/201:35 pm -
2 stops51h 58m
Deal found 9/9$822
Fri 10/167:29 pm -
2 stops39h 36m
Fri 10/307:15 pm -
1 stop20h 45m
Deal found 9/9$824
Tue 11/173:00 pm -
1 stop19h 20m
Tue 12/11:35 pm -
1 stop33h 30m
Deal found 9/8$834
Fri 10/23:45 pm -
1 stop19h 20m
Sat 10/107:05 am -
1 stop39h 55m
Deal found 9/9$838
Thu 10/81:00 pm -
2 stops34h 10m
Thu 10/157:05 am -
2 stops41h 24m
Deal found 9/9$840
Sun 11/812:25 am -
1 stop19h 00m
Tue 11/244:50 am -
1 stop25h 40m
Deal found 9/5$875
Mon 11/21:25 am -
1 stop17h 40m
Mon 11/94:30 am -
1 stop26h 00m
Deal found 9/9$880

Find flight deals from USA to Kenya

Round-trip from

$810
(oojo)

One-way from

$392
(SmartFares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,062

Good round-trip deal

$1,093 or less

Good one-way deal

$543 or less
From USA to Kenya
One-way flight from USA to Kenya
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($99 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 September 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from USA to Kenya.
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New YorkNairobi

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

JFKNBO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/27

3:45 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop19h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-4:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$409

New YorkNairobi

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

JFKNBO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/30

3:45 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop19h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-4:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$409

ChicagoNairobi

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/26

8:25 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop37h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-3:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$431

ChicagoNairobi

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/13

10:59 am-6:05 pm

2 stops47h 06m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-3:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$434

New YorkNairobi

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

JFKNBO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 9/26

3:45 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop19h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-4:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$449

New YorkNairobi

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

JFKNBO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 11/13

11:55 am-7:20 am

1 stop35h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-4:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$463

New YorkNairobi

LGA New York LaGuardia - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

LGANBO

New York LaGuardia

Tue 9/22

7:59 am-6:45 am

2 stops39h 46m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-4:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$477

DallasNairobi

DFW Dallas/Fort Worth - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

DFWNBO

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 9/15

11:40 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop30h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-3:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$487

ChicagoNairobi

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

ORDNBO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/15

4:01 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops62h 24m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-3:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$515

DallasNairobi

DFW Dallas/Fort Worth - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

DFWNBO

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 9/17

1:21 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops26h 29m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-3:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$521

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Cheapflights Insights

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 $1,008). Flying from USA to Kenya in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,525). 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?

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 in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 19% on airfare.

How often are flights from the United States to Kenya delayed?

About 22% of weekly flights between United States and Kenya have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 150 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for the United States to Kenya flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on the United States to Kenya flights?

Over the last year, Kenya Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 22% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from USA to Kenya?

The best time to book flights from USA to Kenya is 21 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing Kenya

Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta,Qatar Airways, andUnited 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.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Jorge,Aug 2026

TPA - ATL

Although I still enjoy flying Delta, the overall flying experience feels cheapened. But I guess that is true of most, if not all american carriers.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Jorge,Aug 2026

TPA - ATL

Although I still enjoy flying Delta, the overall flying experience feels cheapened. But I guess that is true of most, if not all american carriers.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Jorge,Aug 2026

TPA - ATL

Although I still enjoy flying Delta, the overall flying experience feels cheapened. But I guess that is true of most, if not all american carriers.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Jorge,Aug 2026

TPA - ATL

Although I still enjoy flying Delta, the overall flying experience feels cheapened. But I guess that is true of most, if not all american carriers.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Jorge,Aug 2026

TPA - ATL

Although I still enjoy flying Delta, the overall flying experience feels cheapened. But I guess that is true of most, if not all american carriers.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Jorge,Aug 2026

TPA - ATL

Although I still enjoy flying Delta, the overall flying experience feels cheapened. But I guess that is true of most, if not all american carriers.

Related info for your journey

  • 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 19h. Etihad Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $875. There are 7370 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 Avelo Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $22. Frontier flights start at $25 while deals on Allegiant Air start at $32 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 $1,008). Flying from USA to Kenya in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,525). 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

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapest$574Average$1,328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$718Average$1,002FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
EgyptairCheapest$725Average$1,231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$727Average$1,249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SAUDIACheapest$731Average$1,162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$757Average$997FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$775Average$1,207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$849Average$1,278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LufthansaCheapest$880Average$1,482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$890Average$1,350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

Helpful tips for your next trip to Kenya

  • 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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