Nairobi

$683+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Nairobi

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — NBO
Jun 12 — Jun 191
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Nairobi

Cheapest flights from Columbus to Nairobi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Nairobi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 13, 2026.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/246:07 pm
CMH
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NBO
2 stops46h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/301:20 am
NBO
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CMH
2 stops35h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/10$1,074
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Tue 10/277:00 am
CMH
-
NBO
1 stop20h 15m
Kenya Airways
Tue 11/311:35 pm
NBO
-
CMH
1 stop25h 51m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 5/11$1,080
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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.
Sat 8/159:16 am
CMH
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NBO
2 stops37h 54m
Etihad Airways
Sat 8/297:05 am
NBO
-
CMH
2 stops45h 42m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/9$1,091
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 10/287:00 am
CMH
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NBO
1 stop20h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/311:35 pm
NBO
-
CMH
1 stop20h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,093
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 7/211:55 pm
CMH
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NBO
2 stops33h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/301:35 pm
NBO
-
CMH
2 stops40h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/10$1,097
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 8/2710:20 am
CMH
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NBO
2 stops43h 10m
Etihad Airways
Sat 9/127:05 am
NBO
-
CMH
2 stops57h 14m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/9$1,098
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Mon 9/77:00 am
CMH
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NBO
1 stop20h 45m
Kenya Airways
Mon 9/2811:35 pm
NBO
-
CMH
1 stop19h 06m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 5/12$1,125
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Tue 10/274:55 pm
CMH
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NBO
2 stops24h 10m
Qatar Airways
Mon 11/21:35 am
NBO
-
CMH
2 stops25h 38m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/11$1,132
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 11/37:00 am
CMH
-
NBO
1 stop20h 15m
Kenya Airways
Tue 11/1011:35 pm
NBO
-
CMH
1 stop25h 51m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 5/12$1,133
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Fri 9/259:06 am
CMH
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NBO
2 stops31h 44m
Qatar Airways
Fri 10/96:00 pm
NBO
-
CMH
2 stops32h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/13$1,136
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 9/177:00 am
CMH
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NBO
1 stop20h 45m
Kenya Airways
Mon 9/2111:35 pm
NBO
-
CMH
1 stop19h 06m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 5/9$1,141

Find flight deals from Columbus to Nairobi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) to Nairobi (NB0). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 13, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,074
(Expedia)

One-way from

$683
(Justfly.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,404
From Columbus to Nairobi
One-way flight from Columbus to Nairobi
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($280 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($37 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Nairobi 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 13, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Nairobi that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Mon 9/7

6:09 am-6:10 am

2 stops41h 01m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 9/28

1:35 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops39h 30m

$1,097
Quickest round-trip

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Thu 9/17

3:57 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops24h 53m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 9/21

6:00 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops30h 25m

$1,153

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Tue 6/9

6:38 am-6:55 am

2 stops41h 17m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 9/10

7:05 am-3:13 pm

2 stops39h 08m

$1,533

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Tue 6/9

9:09 am-6:55 am

2 stops38h 46m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 8/6

7:05 am-3:29 pm

2 stops39h 24m

$1,533

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Sun 6/7

9:09 am-6:55 am

2 stops38h 46m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 8/19

7:00 am-2:39 pm

2 stops38h 39m

$1,583

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Sun 6/7

9:09 am-6:55 am

2 stops38h 46m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 8/18

1:35 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops40h 20m

$1,583
Cheapest one-way

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Thu 7/2

12:47 pm-12:35 am

2 stops28h 48m

$803

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Fri 7/3

12:47 pm-12:35 am

2 stops28h 48m

$842

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Tue 6/30

7:05 am-12:35 am

2 stops34h 30m

$919
Quickest one-way

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Tue 5/26

10:30 am-8:35 pm

2 stops27h 05m

$922

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Deals found on 5/13

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus to Nairobi

How far ahead should I book a flight from Columbus to Nairobi?

The best time to book flights from Columbus to Nairobi is 86 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 Columbus to Nairobi?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Nairobi (average of $723). Flying from Columbus to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,242). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Columbus to Nairobi?

Reviews of airlines servicing Nairobi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nairobi. 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 Nairobi. Reviews last updated May 13, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta,Qatar Airways, andAmerican Airlines from Columbus to Nairobi by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

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

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

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

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

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

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

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

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

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

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

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

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Columbus to Nairobi round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($727), Lufthansa ($926), and Qatar Airways ($953) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus to Nairobi. American Airlines is priced at 41% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Columbus to Nairobi one-way?

    $468 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and Lufthansa, with prices starting from $518 and $731, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to Nairobi that include hotel bookings?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Columbus to Nairobi?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus to Nairobi 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 Columbus to Nairobi?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Nairobi (average of $723). Flying from Columbus to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,242). 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 8 airlines flying from Columbus to Nairobi

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to Nairobi. 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 13, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$727Average$1,087FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LufthansaCheapest$926Average$1,038FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$953Average$1,202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$969Average$1,149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$977Average$1,344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
DeltaCheapest$1,037Average$1,481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,047Average$1,519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,112Average$1,442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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