Nairobi

$641+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Nairobi

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CMH — NBO
Jul 14 — Jul 211
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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 June 14, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Fri 7/175:30 am
CMH
-
NBO
2 stops29h 35m
Etihad Airways
Mon 9/217:00 pm
NBO
-
CMH
2 stops33h 54m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/9$1,082
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/3010:23 am
CMH
-
NBO
2 stops43h 07m
Etihad Airways
Thu 10/291:45 am
NBO
-
CMH
2 stops28h 02m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/13$1,087
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 9/87:07 am
CMH
-
NBO
1 stop20h 38m
Kenya Airways
Mon 9/1411:35 pm
NBO
-
CMH
1 stop25h 03m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/12$1,092
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/95:30 am
CMH
-
NBO
2 stops40h 50m
Etihad Airways
Mon 1/251:45 am
NBO
-
CMH
2 stops26h 14m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/10$1,093
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/296:23 am
CMH
-
NBO
2 stops34h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/241:40 pm
NBO
-
CMH
2 stops32h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,097
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
Mon 7/201:55 pm
CMH
-
NBO
2 stops33h 15m
Etihad Airways
Mon 7/277:00 pm
NBO
-
CMH
2 stops33h 16m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/14$1,112
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 7/256:49 am
CMH
-
NBO
2 stops28h 16m
Etihad Airways
Sat 8/17:00 pm
NBO
-
CMH
2 stops46h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/9$1,150
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Fri 9/256:00 am
CMH
-
NBO
2 stops29h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/91:35 pm
NBO
-
CMH
2 stops34h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,157
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/2510:23 am
CMH
-
NBO
2 stops24h 42m
Etihad Airways
Fri 10/91:35 pm
NBO
-
CMH
2 stops34h 39m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/13$1,159
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/134:55 pm
CMH
-
NBO
2 stops24h 10m
Qatar Airways
Mon 1/181:35 am
NBO
-
CMH
2 stops26h 24m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/10$1,194
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/107:03 am
CMH
-
NBO
1 stop20h 42m
Kenya Airways
Mon 9/711:35 pm
NBO
-
CMH
1 stop19h 14m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/13$1,204
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/17:03 am
CMH
-
NBO
1 stop20h 42m
Kenya Airways
Sat 9/1211:35 pm
NBO
-
CMH
1 stop19h 06m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/11$1,205

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 June 14, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,080
(KAYAK)

One-way from

$641
(oojo)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,684
From Columbus to Nairobi
One-way flight from Columbus to Nairobi
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price ($335 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($40 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 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 June 14, 2026.
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Price

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ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Tue 9/8

7:07 am-10:45 am

1 stop20h 38m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 9/14

11:35 pm-5:38 pm

1 stop25h 03m

$1,092

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Fri 7/10

5:30 am-6:05 pm

2 stops29h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 7/17

1:35 pm-7:51 pm

2 stops37h 16m

$1,097

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Wed 8/19

8:15 am-6:05 pm

2 stops26h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 9/1

7:00 pm-7:39 pm

2 stops31h 39m

$1,097

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Fri 7/10

5:30 am-6:05 pm

2 stops29h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 7/16

7:00 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops28h 45m

$1,097

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Fri 7/17

5:30 am-6:05 pm

2 stops29h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 10/27

7:15 am-7:10 pm

2 stops42h 55m

$1,097

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Tue 9/1

10:38 am-6:10 am

2 stops36h 32m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 9/12

7:05 am-3:37 pm

2 stops39h 32m

$1,097

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Tue 9/8

6:50 am-6:10 am

2 stops40h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 9/14

7:00 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops34h 25m

$1,097

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Wed 7/15

5:30 am-6:05 pm

2 stops29h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 8/13

7:05 am-3:31 pm

2 stops39h 26m

$1,217

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Tue 7/14

11:10 am-6:10 am

2 stops36h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 8/11

7:00 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops34h 55m

$1,217

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Wed 7/15

5:30 am-6:05 pm

2 stops29h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 8/12

1:35 pm-3:28 pm

2 stops32h 53m

$1,217

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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 June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,353). 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?

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

The best time to book flights from Columbus to Nairobi is 38 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 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 June 14, 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.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

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

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

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

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

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

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

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

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

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

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

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

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  • How long is the flight from Columbus to Nairobi?

    There are many flights that can get you from Columbus to Nairobi in 20h 38m. Fly via Kenya Airways to get the fastest option. The distance from Columbus to Nairobi is about 7823 mi.

  • 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 $774, respectively.

  • 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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  • 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 June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,353). 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 7 airlines flying from Columbus to Nairobi

Discover the top 7 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 June 14, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$727Average$944FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LufthansaCheapest$926Average$1,038FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$953Average$1,177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$969Average$1,161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$977Average$1,567FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
DeltaCheapest$1,037Average$1,481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$1,350Average$1,526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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