Cheap flights from Columbus to Nairobi from $606

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 5/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CMH — NBO
May 10 — May 171

The best prices from Columbus to Nairobi are usually found in January or February, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Saturday and return on a Saturday

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 May 5, 2024.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Round-trip from

$1,033

One-way from

$606
High demand for flights, 22% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 18% potential price drop
From Columbus to Nairobi
One-way flight from Columbus to Nairobi

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Columbus to Nairobi?

Wednesday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from Columbus to Nairobi. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Nairobi.

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

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 9 days in advance to save up to 8% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 9 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Columbus to Nairobi 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $1,038, or $1,274 for flights within the next 24 hours.

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

Our data shows that January tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Nairobi from Columbus. Users have commonly found prices around $1,269 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $939. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in June.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Columbus to Nairobi (CMH - NBO)?

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 12% on flights from Columbus to Nairobi by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Columbus to Nairobi

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Columbus and Nairobi. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,719,943 searches. Data last updated May 5, 2024.
Consider these cheap American Airlines flights we've found departing from Columbus to Nairobi. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Fri 8/27:23 pmCMH - NBO
2 stops52h 32mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/16:10 pmNBO - CMH
2 stops34h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,313
Fri 8/27:23 pmCMH - NBO
2 stops52h 32mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/311:20 amNBO - CMH
2 stops51h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,382
Sun 6/212:37 pmCMH - NBO
2 stops52h 08mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/81:05 amNBO - CMH
2 stops27h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,463

Cheap Qatar Airways flights from Columbus to Nairobi

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qatar Airways for the route between Columbus and Nairobi. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,719,943 searches. Data last updated May 5, 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced Qatar Airways flights we've found at this time heading from Columbus to Nairobi. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Sun 7/1412:45 pmCMH - NBO
2 stops28h 05mQatar Airways
Tue 9/31:20 amNBO - CMH
2 stops28h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/5$1,448
Tue 6/42:15 pmCMH - NBO
2 stops33h 40mQatar Airways
Tue 6/116:10 pmNBO - CMH
2 stops26h 51mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/4$1,514
Tue 6/42:15 pmCMH - NBO
2 stops33h 40mQatar Airways
Mon 6/101:05 amNBO - CMH
2 stops43h 56mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/4$1,516
Wed 6/2611:24 amCMH - NBO
2 stops29h 26mQatar Airways
Tue 7/21:20 amNBO - CMH
2 stops41h 14mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/5$1,762
Wed 6/2611:24 amCMH - NBO
2 stops29h 26mQatar Airways
Thu 7/41:20 amNBO - CMH
2 stops41h 18mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/5$1,868
Tue 6/256:15 pmCMH - NBO
2 stops22h 35mQatar Airways
Mon 7/151:20 amNBO - CMH
2 stops41h 18mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/5$1,883
Sun 6/306:15 pmCMH - NBO
2 stops22h 35mQatar Airways
Fri 7/121:20 amNBO - CMH
2 stops41h 18mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/5$1,972
Thu 6/136:15 pmCMH - NBO
2 stops22h 30mQatar Airways
Mon 9/161:20 amNBO - CMH
2 stops25h 58mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/5$4,737

Cheap Columbus to Nairobi flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Columbus to Nairobi specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,719,943 searches. Prices were last updated on May 5, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Columbus to Nairobi in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Mon 5/64:10 pmCMH - NBO
2 stops24h 30mQatar Airways
Sun 5/191:00 amNBO - CMH
2 stops25h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/5$1,127
Mon 5/69:15 amCMH - NBO
2 stops31h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/191:05 amNBO - CMH
2 stops25h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,198
Mon 5/69:15 amCMH - NBO
2 stops31h 30mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/206:10 pmNBO - CMH
2 stops34h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,257
Mon 5/64:10 pmCMH - NBO
2 stops31h 45mQatar Airways
Mon 5/206:10 pmNBO - CMH
2 stops29h 39mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/5$1,276
Wed 6/56:15 pmCMH - NBO
2 stops22h 30mQatar Airways
Sat 6/221:20 amNBO - CMH
2 stops41h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/4$1,422
Sun 5/2610:59 amCMH - NBO
2 stops26h 41mDelta
Sat 6/228:45 amNBO - CMH
1 stop20h 20mDelta
Deal found 5/3$1,424
Thu 5/237:15 amCMH - NBO
1 stop20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/2311:35 pmNBO - CMH
1 stop29h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,450
Sun 5/2610:59 amCMH - NBO
2 stops26h 41mDelta
Wed 6/2610:50 pmNBO - CMH
2 stops23h 26mDelta
Deal found 5/3$1,451
Sun 5/262:07 pmCMH - NBO
1 stop37h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/2311:35 pmNBO - CMH
1 stop29h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,458

Columbus to Nairobi 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Columbus and Nairobi in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,719,943 searches. Data last updated May 5, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Columbus to Nairobi in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Wed 11/207:00 amCMH - NBO
1 stop20h 15mKenya Airways
Sun 11/2411:35 pmNBO - CMH
1 stop20h 07mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/4$1,035
Wed 11/207:00 amCMH - NBO
1 stop20h 15mKenya Airways
Sun 11/2411:35 pmNBO - CMH
1 stop20h 07mKenya Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,098
Mon 5/64:10 pmCMH - NBO
2 stops24h 30mQatar Airways
Sun 5/191:00 amNBO - CMH
2 stops25h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/5$1,127
Tue 8/66:35 pmCMH - NBO
2 stops22h 15mQatar Airways
Tue 9/31:20 amNBO - CMH
2 stops28h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/5$1,151
Wed 11/2012:33 pmCMH - NBO
2 stops27h 32mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/231:35 amNBO - CMH
2 stops26h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,187
Mon 5/69:15 amCMH - NBO
2 stops31h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/191:05 amNBO - CMH
2 stops25h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,198
Mon 5/69:15 amCMH - NBO
2 stops31h 30mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/206:10 pmNBO - CMH
2 stops34h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,257
Tue 8/66:35 pmCMH - NBO
2 stops22h 15mQatar Airways
Wed 9/46:10 pmNBO - CMH
2 stops33h 43mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/5$1,268
Mon 5/64:10 pmCMH - NBO
2 stops31h 45mQatar Airways
Mon 5/206:10 pmNBO - CMH
2 stops29h 39mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/5$1,276

One-way flights to Nairobi from Columbus

Search for one-way flight options from Columbus to Nairobi. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,719,943 searches. Data last updated May 5, 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from Columbus to Nairobi. Users needing a return flight from Columbus to Nairobi should utilize the search form above.
Tue 5/148:00 amCMH - NBO
2 stops32h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/5$606
Tue 5/141:45 pmCMH - NBO
3 stops56h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$701
Tue 5/141:45 pmCMH - NBO
1 stop38h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$778

Find flights from Columbus to Nairobi within your budget

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 2,719,943 searches. Data last updated May 5, 2024.

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ColumbusNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Fri 8/2

2 stops52h 32m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 9/1

2 stops34h 46m

$1,313

ColumbusNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Sun 7/14

2 stops28h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 9/3

2 stops28h 10m

$1,448

ColumbusNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Sun 7/14

2 stops25h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 9/4

2 stops25h 30m

$1,490

ColumbusNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Wed 6/26

2 stops29h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 7/3

2 stops31h 04m

$1,647

ColumbusNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Tue 6/4

3 stops25h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 6/11

2 stops31h 32m

$1,675

ColumbusNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Sun 6/2

3 stops28h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 6/9

2 stops22h 15m

$1,703

ColumbusNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Sun 6/30

2 stops30h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 7/13

2 stops31h 18m

$1,821

ColumbusNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Tue 6/4

1 stop20h 37m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 6/11

1 stop24h 59m

$1,848

ColumbusNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Fri 8/2

3 stops30h 11m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 9/1

3 stops27h 12m

$1,949

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When is the best time to 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 3, 2024.
The best time to book flights from Columbus to Nairobi is 89 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.
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When is the cheapest time 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 May 5, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus to Nairobi flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Nairobi by month

Plan your trip from Columbus to Nairobi by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Columbus to Nairobi is currently $695 while a round-trip flight costs $1,655. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Nairobi (average of $1,033). Flying from Columbus to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,668). 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.

January

$1,033

February

$1,056

March

$1,060

April

$1,047

May

$1,097

June

$1,570

July

$1,668

August

$1,238

September

$1,137

October

$1,099

November

$1,079

December

$1,276

Temperature and rainfall in Nairobi by month

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

NBO

Temperature

62.6 - 69.8 °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 5, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Columbus to Nairobi, see what other customers have to say about American Airlines, Qatar Airways and United Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
10,826 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

8.1
Very good
10,826 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,826 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.7
Good
4,439 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,826 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.4
Good
11,118 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,826 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.4
Good
794 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,826 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.3
Good
14,713 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,826 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

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  • Can I find flights from Columbus to Nairobi for under $1,400 on Cheapflights?

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

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($1,313), Qatar Airways ($1,448), and British Airways ($1,490) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus to Nairobi.

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  • What does CMH to NBO mean?

    CMH stands for Columbus Airport, while NBO stands for Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL), Nanyuki Airport (NYK), Amboseli Airport (ASV) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

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Kenya AirwaysCheapest$947Average$1,282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,012Average$1,540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,014Average$1,075FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapest$1,032Average$1,258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LufthansaCheapest$1,070Average$1,129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,140Average$1,890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,147Average$1,581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapest$1,202Average$2,012FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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