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$1,055+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Nairobi

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — NBO
May 17 — May 241
Sat 5/17
Sat 5/24
1 adult, Economy
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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 12, 2025.

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$1,242
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October

Average price

$1,323
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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 12, 2025.

This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/1810:53 amCMH - NBO
2 stops28h 07mDelta
Fri 5/3010:25 pmNBO - CMH
2 stops32h 33mDelta
Deal found 5/11$1,055
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.
Sun 12/77:00 amCMH - NBO
1 stop19h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/3111:35 pmNBO - CMH
1 stop19h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,076
This Ovago 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/141:16 pmCMH - NBO
2 stops27h 34mQatar Airways
Thu 5/296:10 pmNBO - CMH
2 stops28h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/11$1,115
This Ovago 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/16:12 pmCMH - NBO
2 stops43h 33mBritish Airways
Sun 7/138:15 amNBO - CMH
2 stops43h 34mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/11$1,256
This Gurufare 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/147:30 amCMH - NBO
1 stop20h 15mKenya Airways
Sat 5/2411:35 pmNBO - CMH
1 stop18h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/11$1,291
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/186:12 amCMH - NBO
2 stops23h 58mEthiopian Air
Tue 6/36:00 pmNBO - CMH
3 stops27h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/11$1,332
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/71:12 pmCMH - NBO
3 stops26h 18mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/711:45 pmNBO - CMH
2 stops30h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/12$1,422
This Lufthansa 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/24:41 pmCMH - NBO
3 stops46h 49mLufthansa
Sun 9/710:55 pmNBO - CMH
2 stops31h 48mLufthansa
Deal found 5/12$1,446
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/256:12 pmCMH - NBO
2 stops22h 38mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/3111:10 pmNBO - CMH
2 stops25h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,572
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/710:20 amCMH - NBO
3 stops27h 40mAir Canada
Tue 3/3110:55 pmNBO - CMH
3 stops31h 36mAir Canada
Deal found 5/11$1,588

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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 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Nairobi that are best for you.

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ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Tue 6/10

6:12 pm-6:40 am

2 stops29h 28m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 6/26

6:10 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops33h 50m

$1,242

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Tue 7/1

6:12 pm-8:45 pm

2 stops43h 33m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 7/13

8:15 am-8:49 pm

2 stops43h 34m

$1,256

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Tue 6/3

7:05 am-10:00 pm

2 stops31h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 9/7

10:25 pm-5:59 pm

2 stops26h 34m

$1,292

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Tue 6/10

10:35 am-8:45 pm

2 stops27h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 7/25

8:15 am-11:45 am

2 stops34h 30m

$1,403

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Sat 6/7

1:12 pm-10:30 pm

3 stops26h 18m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 9/7

11:45 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops30h 59m

$1,422

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Mon 6/2

4:41 pm-10:30 pm

3 stops46h 49m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 9/7

10:55 pm-11:43 pm

2 stops31h 48m

$1,446

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Wed 7/30

6:40 am-10:45 am

1 stop21h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 8/27

11:35 pm-11:40 am

1 stop19h 05m

$1,523

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Wed 6/25

6:12 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops22h 38m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 8/31

11:10 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops25h 15m

$1,572

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Wed 6/4

7:00 am-8:20 pm

2 stops30h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 9/7

11:45 pm-3:33 pm

2 stops22h 48m

$1,639

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Thu 6/5

6:10 am-1:10 pm

2 stops24h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 6/16

6:00 pm-5:24 pm

3 stops30h 24m

$1,769

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Deals found on 5/11

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on May 9, 2025.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Nairobi (average of $1,009). Flying from Columbus to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,578). 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 CMH to NBO?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to Nairobi. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 12, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 16% on flights from Columbus to Nairobi by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbus to Nairobi?

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

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

Rainfall in Nairobi by month

Plan your trip to Nairobi by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Nairobi ranges from 0.4 - 6.3 inches per month. April is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Nairobi when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Nairobi by month

Plan your trip to Nairobi by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Nairobi, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 62.6 F).

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 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Columbus to Nairobi, see what other customers have to say about Delta, Qatar Airways and United Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,570 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,724 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
774 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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, Qatar Airways ($1,242), British Airways ($1,256), and Delta ($1,292) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus to Nairobi.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Columbus to Nairobi?

    Columbus to Nairobi flights have a layover in New York most of the time.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in New York?

    Times Square, New York City Center, and Madison Square Garden are the most popular attractions in New York if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Times Square, New York City Center, and Madison Square Garden can be visited by traveling about 13.6 mi, 13.6 mi, and 13.6 mi respectively from New York John F Kennedy Intl. Those looking to explore during their layover in New York can rent a car from New York John F Kennedy Intl for about $72 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Columbus to Nairobi flights?

    Columbus to Nairobi flights that have layovers will least frequently stop in Doha.

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

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

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

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Nairobi (average of $1,009). Flying from Columbus to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,578). 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 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$953Average$1,103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
DeltaCheapest$953Average$1,462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Ethiopian AirCheapest$993Average$1,438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,115Average$1,243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,126Average$1,435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,333Average$1,601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,357Average$1,549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$1,394Average$1,624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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