$601+ 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 9/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — NBO
Aug 24 — Aug 311
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals
Find cheap flights from Des Moines to Nairobi with Cheapflights
1. Tell us where you want to go
Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”2. Select your favorite providers
We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.3. Compare prices and book
Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Nairobi
Cheapest
Best
Last-minute
One-way
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 July 25, 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 July 25, 2026.
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/222:44 pm
DSM
- NBO
2 stops25h 06m
Qatar Airways
Wed 9/301:20 am
NBO
- DSM
2 stops30h 44m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/22![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,158
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/86:55 am
DSM
- NBO
2 stops32h 55m
Qatar Airways
Wed 9/308:15 am
NBO
- DSM
2 stops43h 06m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/21![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,160
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Mon 9/75:56 pm
DSM
- NBO
2 stops19h 59m
Delta
Mon 9/1411:05 pm
NBO
- DSM
2 stops25h 43m
Delta
Deal found 7/24![Delta logo]()
$1,161
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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.
Thu 9/38:10 am
DSM
- NBO
2 stops38h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/107:05 am
NBO
- DSM
2 stops44h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,201
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 9/810:30 am
DSM
- NBO
2 stops35h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/307:05 am
NBO
- DSM
2 stops42h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,203
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 9/46:55 am
DSM
- NBO
2 stops39h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/111:35 pm
NBO
- DSM
2 stops37h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,208
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/610:30 am
DSM
- NBO
2 stops42h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/137:00 pm
NBO
- DSM
2 stops37h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,209
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/57:00 am
DSM
- NBO
2 stops39h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/127:00 pm
NBO
- DSM
2 stops37h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,223
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 7/319:02 am
DSM
- NBO
2 stops37h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/247:05 am
NBO
- DSM
2 stops42h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,263
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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.
Sun 8/166:11 pm
DSM
- NBO
2 stops39h 54m
Etihad Airways
Sat 8/297:05 am
NBO
- DSM
2 stops48h 43m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/21![Etihad Airways logo]()
$1,280
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 July 25, 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 July 25, 2026.
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/86:55 am
DSM
- NBO
2 stops32h 55m
Qatar Airways
Wed 9/308:15 am
NBO
- DSM
2 stops43h 06m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/22![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,160
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Mon 9/75:56 pm
DSM
- NBO
2 stops19h 59m
Delta
Mon 9/1411:05 pm
NBO
- DSM
2 stops25h 43m
Delta
Deal found 7/24![Delta logo]()
$1,161
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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.
Thu 9/38:10 am
DSM
- NBO
2 stops38h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/107:05 am
NBO
- DSM
2 stops44h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,201
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/610:30 am
DSM
- NBO
2 stops42h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/137:00 pm
NBO
- DSM
2 stops32h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,201
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/51:55 pm
DSM
- NBO
2 stops32h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/127:00 pm
NBO
- DSM
2 stops32h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,201
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 9/46:55 am
DSM
- NBO
2 stops39h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/111:35 pm
NBO
- DSM
2 stops37h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,208
Last-minute flights from Des Moines to NairobiDiscover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Nairobi. Data last updated July 25, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Nairobi. Data last updated July 25, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/266:50 pm
DSM
- NBO
2 stops41h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/1010:50 pm
NBO
- DSM
2 stops43h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,615
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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.
Sun 7/265:12 am
DSM
- NBO
2 stops34h 38m
Qatar Airways
Sun 8/91:20 am
NBO
- DSM
2 stops28h 46m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/21![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,660
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 7/306:00 am
DSM
- NBO
2 stops30h 45m
Delta
Thu 9/2411:35 pm
NBO
- DSM
2 stops26h 34m
Delta
Deal found 7/21![Delta logo]()
$1,465
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 7/319:02 am
DSM
- NBO
2 stops37h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/247:05 am
NBO
- DSM
2 stops42h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,263
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 7/313:24 pm
DSM
- NBO
3 stops23h 01m
Brussels Airlines
Thu 9/2410:20 pm
NBO
- DSM
2 stops27h 28m
Brussels Airlines
Deal found 7/21![Brussels Airlines logo]()
$1,705
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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.
Sun 8/166:11 pm
DSM
- NBO
2 stops39h 54m
Etihad Airways
Sat 8/297:05 am
NBO
- DSM
2 stops48h 43m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/21![Etihad Airways logo]()
$1,280
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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.
Sun 8/167:35 pm
DSM
- NBO
2 stops27h 10m
Qatar Airways
Sat 8/298:15 am
NBO
- DSM
2 stops48h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/21![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,507
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 July 25, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Nairobi. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated July 25, 2026.
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 9/78:10 am
DSM
- NBO
2 stops38h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$601
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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.
Sat 9/51:55 pm
DSM
- NBO
2 stops32h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$645
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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.
Sat 9/51:21 pm
DSM
- NBO
3 stops25h 04m
Lufthansa
Deal found 7/21![Lufthansa logo]()
$1,029
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Mon 9/78:00 am
DSM
- NBO
3 stops28h 35m
Air Canada
Deal found 7/24![Air Canada logo]()
$1,406
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 July 25, 2026.
Round-trip from | $1,158 (Qatar Airways) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $601 (Etihad Airways) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | March |
Average price | $1,702 |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
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 July 25, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Nairobi that are best for you.
Fly from
Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
Des MoinesNairobi
DSM - NBO
DSMNBO
Des Moines
Tue 9/8
6:55 am-11:50 pm
2 stops32h 55m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Wed 9/30
8:15 am-7:21 pm
2 stops43h 06m
$1,160
Quickest round-trip
Des MoinesNairobi
DSM - NBO
DSMNBO
Des Moines
Mon 9/7
5:56 pm-9:55 pm
2 stops19h 59m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Mon 9/14
11:05 pm-4:48 pm
2 stops25h 43m
$1,161
Des MoinesNairobi
DSM - NBO
DSMNBO
Des Moines
Thu 9/3
8:10 am-6:10 am
2 stops38h 00m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Thu 9/10
7:05 am-7:48 pm
2 stops44h 43m
$1,201
Des MoinesNairobi
DSM - NBO
DSMNBO
Des Moines
Sun 9/6
10:30 am-12:30 pm
2 stops42h 00m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Sun 9/13
7:00 pm-7:21 pm
2 stops32h 21m
$1,201
Des MoinesNairobi
DSM - NBO
DSMNBO
Des Moines
Sat 9/5
1:55 pm-6:10 am
2 stops32h 15m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Sat 9/12
7:00 pm-7:21 pm
2 stops32h 21m
$1,201
Des MoinesNairobi
DSM - NBO
DSMNBO
Des Moines
Fri 9/4
6:55 am-6:10 am
2 stops39h 15m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Fri 9/11
1:35 pm-7:21 pm
2 stops37h 46m
$1,208
Cheapest one-way
Des MoinesNairobi
DSM - NBO
DSMNBO
Des Moines
Mon 9/7
8:10 am-6:10 am
2 stops38h 00m
$601
Des MoinesNairobi
DSM - NBO
DSMNBO
Des Moines
Sat 9/5
1:55 pm-6:10 am
2 stops32h 15m
$645
Quickest one-way
Des MoinesNairobi
DSM - NBO
DSMNBO
Des Moines
Sat 9/5
1:21 pm-10:25 pm
3 stops25h 04m
$1,029
Des MoinesNairobi
DSM - NBO
DSMNBO
Des Moines
Mon 9/7
8:00 am-8:35 pm
3 stops28h 35m
$1,406
Sorted by cheapest first
Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Nairobi
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Nairobi from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
DSM-NB0
DSM-NBO
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.
Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Nairobi
DSM-NB0
DSM-NBO
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Nairobi?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Des Moines to Nairobi flights typically cost between $1,390 and $1,794 in September.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $1,158 on Qatar Airways (Sep 22-Sep 30).
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 25, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,United Airlines, andQatar Airways 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.
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
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.
Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip
Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.
Alternative routes
Complete your trip
Flights by cabin class
Other flight options
Other flights from Des Moines
Popular flights
Alternative routes for Des Moines to Nairobi
See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Complete your trip
Complete your trip to Nairobi by adding a car rental and/or hotel reservation to your travel itinerary.
Search flights from Des Moines to Nairobi by cabin class
Find flights from Des Moines to Nairobi, based on your preferred cabin class, be it economy, premium economy, business, or first class.
Des Moines and Nairobi flights
Browse other Des Moines and Nairobi flight options. Last updated on July 25, 2026.
Other flights from Des Moines
Browse through other flights departing from Des Moines. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on July 25, 2026.
Popular flight searches
Check out other popular destinations found by fellow travelers in 2026
Top 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to Nairobi
Discover the top 3 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 July 25, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$741 | Average$1,450 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$917 | Average$1,070 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$1,047 | Average$1,593 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |