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$602+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Nairobi

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DSM — NBO
Mar 28 — Apr 41
Sat 3/28
Sat 4/4
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Nairobi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 26, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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.
Tue 9/88:15 pm
DSM
-
NBO
2 stops40h 05m
United Airlines
Wed 9/3010:50 pm
NBO
-
DSM
2 stops23h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/23$1,005
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 9/81:05 pm
DSM
-
NBO
2 stops23h 30m
Lufthansa
Wed 9/3010:50 pm
NBO
-
DSM
2 stops32h 01m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/25$1,006
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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.
Wed 4/17:04 pm
DSM
-
NBO
2 stops41h 31m
Lufthansa
Sun 4/1910:50 pm
NBO
-
DSM
2 stops30h 37m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/23$1,029
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 4/17:04 pm
DSM
-
NBO
2 stops41h 31m
United Airlines
Sun 4/1910:50 pm
NBO
-
DSM
2 stops32h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/23$1,042
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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.
Mon 4/137:04 pm
DSM
-
NBO
3 stops43h 21m
Lufthansa
Wed 4/2211:40 pm
NBO
-
DSM
2 stops31h 22m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/25$1,063
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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.
Fri 4/101:10 pm
DSM
-
NBO
2 stops23h 10m
Lufthansa
Sat 4/1810:20 pm
NBO
-
DSM
2 stops31h 07m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/23$1,073
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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.
Sun 12/611:30 am
DSM
-
NBO
2 stops24h 45m
Lufthansa
Wed 12/1611:55 pm
NBO
-
DSM
2 stops33h 35m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/25$1,074
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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.
Mon 12/76:45 pm
DSM
-
NBO
3 stops43h 00m
United Airlines
Wed 12/1611:55 pm
NBO
-
DSM
2 stops33h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/25$1,080
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 4/117:04 pm
DSM
-
NBO
2 stops41h 16m
United Airlines
Sat 4/1810:20 pm
NBO
-
DSM
2 stops32h 42m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/25$1,081
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Thu 4/96:15 am
DSM
-
NBO
2 stops31h 40m
Delta
Thu 4/1611:35 pm
NBO
-
DSM
2 stops29h 37m
Delta
Deal found 2/22$1,086

Find flight deals from Des Moines to Nairobi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) 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 February 26, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,029
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$602
(Air France)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,316
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines 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 February 26, 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesNairobi

DSM - NBO

DSMNBO

Des Moines

Thu 4/9

6:15 am-9:55 pm

2 stops31h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 4/16

11:35 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops26h 10m

$1,086

Des MoinesNairobi

DSM - NBO

DSMNBO

Des Moines

Wed 7/1

6:55 am-12:35 am

2 stops33h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 9/6

1:35 pm-12:52 pm

2 stops31h 17m

$1,129

Des MoinesNairobi

DSM - NBO

DSMNBO

Des Moines

Thu 4/9

8:56 am-12:35 am

2 stops31h 39m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 4/16

1:35 pm-10:18 pm

2 stops40h 43m

$1,168

Des MoinesNairobi

DSM - NBO

DSMNBO

Des Moines

Sat 4/11

7:04 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops41h 16m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 4/18

10:20 pm-9:27 pm

2 stops31h 07m

$1,183

Des MoinesNairobi

DSM - NBO

DSMNBO

Des Moines

Sun 3/15

5:35 am-9:10 pm

2 stops31h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 3/22

11:35 pm-10:38 pm

2 stops31h 03m

$1,218

Des MoinesNairobi

DSM - NBO

DSMNBO

Des Moines

Thu 6/4

11:23 am-8:35 pm

2 stops25h 12m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 6/18

10:50 pm-10:27 am

2 stops43h 37m

$1,303

Des MoinesNairobi

DSM - NBO

DSMNBO

Des Moines

Sun 6/7

1:46 pm-8:55 am

2 stops35h 09m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 6/20

1:20 am-7:28 pm

2 stops26h 08m

$1,415

Des MoinesNairobi

DSM - NBO

DSMNBO

Des Moines

Sat 4/11

12:29 pm-8:45 pm

2 stops24h 16m

$602

Des MoinesNairobi

DSM - NBO

DSMNBO

Des Moines

Sat 4/11

6:20 am-8:35 pm

3 stops30h 15m

$1,279

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Nairobi

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on February 20, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Des Moines to Nairobi, you should look to book at least 38 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Nairobi?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Nairobi (average of $939). Flying from Des Moines to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,327). 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 Des Moines 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 February 26, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Qatar Airways, and United Airlines from Des Moines to Nairobi. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,238 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,238 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,238 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,746 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,238 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,348 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,238 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,810 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,238 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,768 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,238 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Nairobi?

    Most people fly from Des Moines (DSM) if they book a flight from Des Moines to Nairobi. On average, Des Moines has 0 outbound flights to Nairobi per day from 6 airlines. Des Moines is conveniently located just 3.6 mi from Des Moines’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Nairobi?

    For as low as $1,086, Delta can have you in Nairobi from Des Moines in 31h 40m. Des Moines and Nairobi are separated by a distance of 8296 mi.

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

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Nairobi, with prices starting at $980. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Lufthansa and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $1,043 and $1,047, respectively. These flights start at 28% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Nairobi?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines 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 Des Moines to Nairobi?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Nairobi (average of $939). Flying from Des Moines to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,327). 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 6 airlines flying from Des Moines to Nairobi

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines 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 February 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$980Average$1,070FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$1,043Average$1,287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$1,047Average$1,505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$1,114Average$1,318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,211Average$1,382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,219Average$1,517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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