$1,038+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) 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 6/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — NBO
Jun 12 — Jun 191
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to NairobiExplore 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 May 13, 2026.
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 May 13, 2026.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 9/810:26 am
DSM
- NBO
2 stops29h 24m
Qatar Airways
Tue 9/291:20 am
NBO
- DSM
2 stops30h 08m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/8![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,161
This Etihad Airways 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/81:51 pm
DSM
- NBO
2 stops38h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/307:00 am
NBO
- DSM
2 stops45h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,203
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/118:10 am
DSM
- NBO
2 stops38h 00m
Etihad Airways
Fri 9/111:35 pm
NBO
- DSM
2 stops50h 32m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/9![Etihad Airways logo]()
$1,209
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/118:10 am
DSM
- NBO
2 stops38h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/127:05 am
NBO
- DSM
2 stops49h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,210
This Etihad 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/261:35 pm
DSM
- NBO
2 stops38h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/101:35 pm
NBO
- DSM
2 stops42h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,252
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/47:02 pm
DSM
- NBO
2 stops28h 18m
Qatar Airways
Thu 6/181:20 am
NBO
- DSM
2 stops26h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/13![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,298
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/111:51 pm
DSM
- NBO
2 stops25h 59m
American Airlines
Fri 9/111:20 am
NBO
- DSM
2 stops26h 41m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/9![American Airlines logo]()
$1,310
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/44:48 pm
DSM
- NBO
2 stops38h 07m
Qatar Airways
Thu 6/186:00 pm
NBO
- DSM
2 stops30h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/13![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,312
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/36:30 am
DSM
- NBO
2 stops40h 15m
Qatar Airways
Mon 8/241:20 am
NBO
- DSM
2 stops30h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/9![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,372
Best flights from Des Moines to NairobiDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Nairobi that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated May 13, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Nairobi that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated May 13, 2026.
This Etihad Airways 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/81:51 pm
DSM
- NBO
2 stops38h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/307:00 am
NBO
- DSM
2 stops45h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,203
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/83:24 pm
DSM
- NBO
3 stops23h 01m
United Airlines
Wed 9/3011:40 pm
NBO
- DSM
2 stops33h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/11![United Airlines logo]()
$1,416
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/118:10 am
DSM
- NBO
2 stops38h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/111:35 pm
NBO
- DSM
2 stops41h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,203
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/1210:26 am
DSM
- NBO
2 stops42h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/127:05 am
NBO
- DSM
2 stops42h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,203
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/118:10 am
DSM
- NBO
2 stops38h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/127:05 am
NBO
- DSM
2 stops49h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,210
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/16:50 pm
DSM
- NBO
2 stops41h 50m
United Airlines
Thu 8/2710:20 pm
NBO
- DSM
2 stops32h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/9![United Airlines logo]()
$1,548
This Etihad 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/261:35 pm
DSM
- NBO
2 stops38h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/101:35 pm
NBO
- DSM
2 stops42h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,252
This Etihad 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/318:10 am
DSM
- NBO
2 stops38h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/91:35 pm
NBO
- DSM
2 stops31h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,252
Last-minute flights from Des Moines to NairobiDiscover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Nairobi. Data last updated May 13, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Nairobi. Data last updated May 13, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 5/275:50 am
DSM
- NBO
2 stops41h 30m
Qatar Airways
Wed 6/106:00 pm
NBO
- DSM
2 stops38h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/8![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,413
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/47:02 pm
DSM
- NBO
2 stops28h 18m
Qatar Airways
Thu 6/181:20 am
NBO
- DSM
2 stops26h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/13![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,298
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/44:48 pm
DSM
- NBO
2 stops38h 07m
Qatar Airways
Thu 6/186:00 pm
NBO
- DSM
2 stops30h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/13![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,312
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/231:51 pm
DSM
- NBO
2 stops39h 49m
Qatar Airways
Tue 6/308:15 am
NBO
- DSM
2 stops42h 24m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/9![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,463
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/269:23 am
DSM
- NBO
2 stops44h 17m
Qatar Airways
Mon 7/276:00 pm
NBO
- DSM
2 stops30h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/12![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,601
One-way flights from Des Moines to NairobiSearch for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Nairobi. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated May 13, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Nairobi. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated May 13, 2026.
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/2411:26 am
DSM
- NBO
2 stops25h 14m
Lufthansa
Deal found 5/9![Lufthansa logo]()
$1,038
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/2411:26 am
DSM
- NBO
3 stops25h 14m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/9![Air Canada logo]()
$1,041
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 May 13, 2026.
Round-trip from | $1,161 (FlightHub) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $1,038 (Lufthansa) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | March |
Average price | $1,593 |
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Des MoinesNairobi
DSM - NBO
DSMNBO
Des Moines
Tue 9/8
1:51 pm-12:30 pm
2 stops38h 39m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Wed 9/30
7:00 am-8:01 pm
2 stops45h 01m
$1,203
Des MoinesNairobi
DSM - NBO
DSMNBO
Des Moines
Tue 8/11
8:10 am-6:10 am
2 stops38h 00m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Fri 9/11
1:35 pm-11:28 pm
2 stops41h 53m
$1,203
Des MoinesNairobi
DSM - NBO
DSMNBO
Des Moines
Wed 8/12
10:26 am-12:30 pm
2 stops42h 04m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Sat 9/12
7:05 am-5:39 pm
2 stops42h 34m
$1,203
Des MoinesNairobi
DSM - NBO
DSMNBO
Des Moines
Tue 8/11
8:10 am-6:10 am
2 stops38h 00m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Sat 9/12
7:05 am-12:15 am
2 stops49h 10m
$1,210
Des MoinesNairobi
DSM - NBO
DSMNBO
Des Moines
Sun 7/26
1:35 pm-12:30 pm
2 stops38h 55m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Mon 8/10
1:35 pm-12:16 am
2 stops42h 41m
$1,252
Des MoinesNairobi
DSM - NBO
DSMNBO
Des Moines
Mon 8/31
8:10 am-6:10 am
2 stops38h 00m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Wed 9/9
1:35 pm-1:04 pm
2 stops31h 29m
$1,252
Quickest round-trip
Des MoinesNairobi
DSM - NBO
DSMNBO
Des Moines
Tue 9/8
3:24 pm-10:25 pm
3 stops23h 01m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Wed 9/30
11:40 pm-12:40 am
2 stops33h 00m
$1,416
Des MoinesNairobi
DSM - NBO
DSMNBO
Des Moines
Sat 8/1
6:50 pm-8:40 pm
2 stops41h 50m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Thu 8/27
10:20 pm-10:28 pm
2 stops32h 08m
$1,548
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way
Des MoinesNairobi
DSM - NBO
DSMNBO
Des Moines
Wed 6/24
11:26 am-8:40 pm
2 stops25h 14m
$1,038
Des MoinesNairobi
DSM - NBO
DSMNBO
Des Moines
Wed 6/24
11:26 am-8:40 pm
3 stops25h 14m
$1,041
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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 13, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,Qatar Airways, andUnited 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.
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$741 | Average$1,550 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$980 | Average$1,065 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$1,036 | Average$1,281 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% | |
| Cheapest$1,047 | Average$1,572 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |