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$666+ 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 8/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — NBO
Jul 6 — Jul 131
Sun 7/6
Sun 7/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to Nairobi are usually found in November or October, booked 28 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap 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 July 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$982
(oojo)

One-way from

$726
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,584
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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 July 1, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 11/126:10 amCMH - NBO
2 stops23h 00mEthiopian Air
Thu 12/46:00 pmNBO - CMH
3 stops28h 07mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/28$982
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 11/127:00 amCMH - NBO
1 stop19h 15mKenya Airways
Sun 12/711:35 pmNBO - CMH
1 stop20h 04mKenya Airways
Deal found 6/28$1,004
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/22:17 pmCMH - NBO
2 stops23h 03mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/174:35 pmNBO - CMH
2 stops35h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/28$1,022
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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.
Thu 11/131:17 pmCMH - NBO
2 stops23h 58mLufthansa
Mon 12/811:40 pmNBO - CMH
2 stops26h 14mLufthansa
Deal found 6/28$1,031
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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.
Wed 11/1210:30 amCMH - NBO
3 stops27h 30mAir Canada
Sun 12/711:55 pmNBO - CMH
3 stops29h 01mAir Canada
Deal found 6/28$1,064
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/27. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/132:26 pmCMH - NBO
2 stops23h 09mBritish Airways
Mon 11/1711:35 pmNBO - CMH
2 stops28h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/27$1,120
This Brussels Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Brussels Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/133:05 pmCMH - NBO
3 stops22h 55mBrussels Airlines
Thu 3/511:50 pmNBO - CMH
3 stops26h 50mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 6/28$1,127
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 8/54:04 pmCMH - NBO
2 stops24h 46mQatar Airways
Tue 9/96:00 pmNBO - CMH
2 stops28h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/28$1,200
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Wed 7/1610:34 amCMH - NBO
2 stops26h 46mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/1210:45 pmNBO - CMH
2 stops24h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/30$1,212

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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 July 1, 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

Wed 11/12

6:10 am-1:10 pm

2 stops23h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 12/4

6:00 pm-2:07 pm

3 stops28h 07m

$982

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Wed 11/12

7:00 am-10:15 am

1 stop19h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 12/7

11:35 pm-11:39 am

1 stop20h 04m

$1,004

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Thu 10/2

2:17 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops23h 03m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 10/17

4:35 pm-8:38 pm

2 stops35h 03m

$1,022

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Thu 11/13

1:17 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops23h 58m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 12/8

11:40 pm-5:54 pm

2 stops26h 14m

$1,031

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Wed 11/12

10:30 am-10:00 pm

3 stops27h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 12/7

11:55 pm-8:56 pm

3 stops29h 01m

$1,064

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Thu 11/13

2:26 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops23h 09m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 11/17

11:35 pm-8:25 pm

2 stops28h 50m

$1,120

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Thu 11/13

3:05 pm-10:00 pm

3 stops22h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 3/5

11:50 pm-6:40 pm

3 stops26h 50m

$1,127

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Tue 8/5

4:04 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops24h 46m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 9/9

6:00 pm-3:30 pm

2 stops28h 30m

$1,200

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Wed 7/16

10:34 am-8:20 pm

2 stops26h 46m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 9/12

10:45 pm-3:45 pm

2 stops24h 00m

$1,212

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Tue 8/5

6:03 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops22h 47m

$666

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Nairobi

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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on June 27, 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 $1,522). 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 July 1, 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.

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 July 1, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qatar Airways, United Airlines, and Brussels 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.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,596 reviews

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

fa,May 2025

PHL - DOH

The best,the staff was experienced,cheerful, professional,I will use from now on more frequently American airlines
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,596 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,596 reviews

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

fa,May 2025

PHL - DOH

The best,the staff was experienced,cheerful, professional,I will use from now on more frequently American airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,852 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,596 reviews

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

fa,May 2025

PHL - DOH

The best,the staff was experienced,cheerful, professional,I will use from now on more frequently American airlines
Brussels Airlines
7.3
Good
352 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,596 reviews

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

fa,May 2025

PHL - DOH

The best,the staff was experienced,cheerful, professional,I will use from now on more frequently American airlines
Ethiopian Air
7.3
Good
788 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,596 reviews

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

fa,May 2025

PHL - DOH

The best,the staff was experienced,cheerful, professional,I will use from now on more frequently American airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,596 reviews

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

fa,May 2025

PHL - DOH

The best,the staff was experienced,cheerful, professional,I will use from now on more frequently American airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus to Nairobi. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    According to our current data, Ethiopian Air ($982), Kenya Airways ($1,004), and Lufthansa ($1,031) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus to Nairobi. Ethiopian Air is priced at 20% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • 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 $74 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.

  • How can I find direct flights from Columbus to Nairobi?

    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 $1,522). 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 July 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$953Average$1,077FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
DeltaCheapest$953Average$1,462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Ethiopian AirCheapest$993Average$1,433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,115Average$1,218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,238Average$1,508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,333Average$1,499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,357Average$1,549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$1,394Average$1,624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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