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$496+ Cheap flights from the United States to Kenya

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LAX — NBO
Jun 8 — Jun 151
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Cheapest flights from USA to Kenya
Explore the most affordable flight options available from USA to Kenya. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 9, 2026.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/184:25 pm
SEA
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NBO
1 stop21h 25m
Qatar Airways
Wed 7/81:20 am
NBO
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SEA
1 stop21h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/7$923
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/289:10 pm
ORD
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NBO
1 stop25h 00m
Etihad Airways
Wed 10/217:00 am
NBO
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ORD
1 stop33h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/4$930
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/109:45 pm
EWR
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NBO
2 stops20h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 5/233:20 am
NBO
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EWR
2 stops23h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/5$933
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/277:20 pm
ORD
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NBO
1 stop20h 30m
Qatar Airways
Wed 10/146:00 pm
NBO
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ORD
1 stop29h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/4$936
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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.
Fri 9/183:10 pm
IAD
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NBO
1 stop38h 20m
Etihad Airways
Tue 9/291:35 pm
NBO
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IAD
1 stop27h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/5$938
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/164:25 pm
SEA
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NBO
1 stop28h 20m
Qatar Airways
Tue 6/301:20 am
NBO
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SEA
1 stop21h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/6$938
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 8/49:10 pm
ORD
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NBO
1 stop25h 00m
Etihad Airways
Tue 8/181:35 pm
NBO
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ORD
1 stop27h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/6$938
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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.
Sun 8/93:10 pm
IAD
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NBO
1 stop38h 20m
Etihad Airways
Sun 8/301:35 pm
NBO
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IAD
1 stop27h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/5$939
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/234:25 pm
SEA
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NBO
1 stop28h 20m
Qatar Airways
Tue 7/76:00 pm
NBO
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SEA
1 stop28h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/6$939
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 8/83:10 pm
IAD
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NBO
1 stop32h 00m
Etihad Airways
Mon 8/317:05 am
NBO
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IAD
1 stop33h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/5$940
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Wed 8/267:20 pm
ORD
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NBO
1 stop20h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 9/151:20 am
NBO
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ORD
1 stop21h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/4$940
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/234:25 pm
SEA
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NBO
1 stop28h 20m
Qatar Airways
Fri 9/118:15 am
NBO
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SEA
1 stop38h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/7$941

Find flight deals from USA to Kenya

Keep the following information in mind while searching for USA to Kenya flight deals. Data was last updated May 9, 2026.

Round-trip from

$923
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$496
(SmartFares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,205

Good round-trip deal

$1,184 or less

Good one-way deal

$589 or less
From USA to Kenya
One-way flight from USA to Kenya
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($106 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 May 2026
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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Customize your flight search to find flights from USA to Kenya that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 9, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United States to Kenya that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

New YorkNairobi

JFK - NBO

JFKNBO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/13

3:45 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop37h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 9/16

1:35 pm-8:35 am

1 stop26h 00m

$1,008

DallasNairobi

DFW - NBO

DFWNBO

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 11/4

7:35 am-8:50 pm

2 stops28h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 1/31

11:00 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop24h 00m

$1,030

AtlantaNairobi

ATL - NBO

ATLNBO

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 9/1

7:00 am-11:50 pm

2 stops33h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 9/15

6:00 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop28h 55m

$1,032

DallasNairobi

DFW - NBO

DFWNBO

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 9/11

4:23 pm-1:25 am

2 stops25h 02m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 9/16

3:10 am-7:35 pm

1 stop24h 25m

$1,044

DallasNairobi

DFW - NBO

DFWNBO

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 10/1

3:58 pm-6:10 am

2 stops30h 12m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 10/11

1:35 pm-2:24 pm

2 stops32h 49m

$1,044

DallasNairobi

DFW - NBO

DFWNBO

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 10/4

3:39 pm-6:10 am

2 stops30h 31m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 10/11

1:35 pm-2:24 pm

2 stops32h 49m

$1,044

DallasNairobi

DFW - NBO

DFWNBO

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 9/10

10:50 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop30h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 9/14

6:00 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop29h 40m

$1,111

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

IAD - NBO

IADNBO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 11/1

5:00 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops21h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 11/12

11:00 pm-7:10 pm

2 stops28h 10m

$1,122

New YorkNairobi

JFK - NBO

JFKNBO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/13

10:20 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops33h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 9/16

10:45 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops27h 10m

$1,142

NewarkNairobi

EWR - NBO

EWRNBO

Newark

Sun 9/20

7:00 am-8:40 pm

2 stops30h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 9/24

10:20 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop21h 50m

$1,145

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Best time to book a flight from USA to Kenya

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

The best time to book flights from USA to Kenya is 28 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.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Kenya (average of $1,003). Flying from USA to Kenya in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,481). 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 May 9, 2026.

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 24% on airfare.

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

About 24% of weekly flights between United States and Kenya have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 166 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?

Tuesday 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 24% of flights being delayed.

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 May 9, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta,Qatar Airways, andTurkish 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.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

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 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.

  • 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.

  • How long is the flight from USA to Kenya?

    A quick flight from USA to Kenya can take about 28h 15m. Etihad Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,030. There are 8737 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 Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $25. Spirit Airlines flights start at $27 while deals on JetBlue start at $31 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Kenya (average of $1,003). Flying from USA to Kenya in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,481). 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 May 9, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$674Average$1,222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Brussels AirlinesCheapest$688Average$1,308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$718Average$1,077FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
EgyptairCheapest$725Average$1,255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$753Average$983FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$775Average$1,273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air CanadaCheapest$827Average$1,041FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$849Average$1,410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LufthansaCheapest$880Average$1,428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$899Average$1,351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%

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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