$704+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Nairobi
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — NBO
Oct 8 — Oct 151
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 September 8, 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 September 8, 2026.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 9/81:07 pm -
2 stops26h 43m
Tue 9/291:20 am -
2 stops30h 44m
Deal found 9/4![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,169
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 10/2610:57 am -
2 stops27h 03m
Fri 11/611:59 pm -
2 stops29h 41m
Deal found 9/6![Delta logo]()
$1,171
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Sun 9/277:00 am -
2 stops30h 55m
Sun 10/411:05 pm -
2 stops31h 21m
Deal found 9/3![Delta logo]()
$1,173
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Thu 10/297:29 am -
2 stops32h 36m
Thu 11/55:00 pm -
2 stops40h 26m
Deal found 9/3![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,185
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 -
2 stops35h 40m
Wed 9/307:05 am -
2 stops42h 21m
Deal found 9/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,196
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/710:18 am -
2 stops26h 27m
Wed 9/911:05 pm -
2 stops25h 44m
Deal found 9/3![Air France logo]()
$1,227
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 9/83:22 pm -
3 stops23h 03m
Wed 9/3011:40 pm -
2 stops42h 51m
Deal found 9/3![United Airlines logo]()
$1,295
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 9/83:22 pm -
3 stops23h 03m
Wed 9/3010:50 pm -
2 stops26h 58m
Deal found 9/5![Lufthansa logo]()
$1,308
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Thu 10/83:11 pm -
2 stops21h 24m
Mon 10/1210:20 pm -
2 stops33h 15m
Deal found 9/3![United Airlines logo]()
$1,313
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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.
Thu 10/157:31 pm -
2 stops44h 19m
Fri 10/231:20 am -
2 stops30h 54m
Deal found 9/6![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,315
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 September 8, 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 September 8, 2026.
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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.
Mon 1/186:30 pm -
3 stops43h 15m
Tue 1/2611:55 pm -
2 stops30h 46m
Deal found 9/6![Lufthansa logo]()
$1,162
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 10/2610:57 am -
2 stops27h 03m
Fri 11/611:59 pm -
2 stops29h 41m
Deal found 9/6![Delta logo]()
$1,171
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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.
Thu 10/299:26 am -
2 stops37h 49m
Thu 11/55:00 pm -
2 stops40h 26m
Deal found 9/7![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,185
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 10/297:08 am -
2 stops27h 12m
Thu 11/51:35 pm -
2 stops38h 21m
Deal found 9/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,196
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Thu 10/83:11 pm -
2 stops21h 24m
Mon 10/1210:20 pm -
2 stops33h 15m
Deal found 9/3![United Airlines logo]()
$1,313
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Sun 9/277:00 am -
2 stops30h 55m
Sun 10/411:05 pm -
2 stops31h 21m
Deal found 9/3![Delta logo]()
$1,173
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 10/219:26 am -
2 stops43h 04m
Wed 10/287:15 pm -
2 stops36h 43m
Deal found 9/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,196
Last-minute flights from Des Moines to NairobiDiscover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Nairobi. Data last updated September 8, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Nairobi. Data last updated September 8, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/710:18 am -
2 stops26h 27m
Wed 9/911:05 pm -
2 stops25h 44m
Deal found 9/3![Air France logo]()
$1,227
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 9/81:07 pm -
2 stops26h 43m
Tue 9/291:20 am -
2 stops30h 44m
Deal found 9/3![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,169
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 -
2 stops35h 40m
Wed 9/307:05 am -
2 stops42h 21m
Deal found 9/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,196
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 9/83:22 pm -
3 stops23h 03m
Wed 9/3011:40 pm -
2 stops42h 51m
Deal found 9/3![United Airlines logo]()
$1,295
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 9/83:22 pm -
3 stops23h 03m
Wed 9/3010:50 pm -
2 stops26h 58m
Deal found 9/5![Lufthansa logo]()
$1,308
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Sun 9/277:00 am -
2 stops30h 55m
Sun 10/411:05 pm -
2 stops31h 21m
Deal found 9/3![Delta logo]()
$1,173
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Thu 10/83:11 pm -
2 stops21h 24m
Mon 10/1210:20 pm -
2 stops33h 15m
Deal found 9/3![United Airlines logo]()
$1,313
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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.
Thu 10/157:31 pm -
2 stops44h 19m
Fri 10/231:20 am -
2 stops30h 54m
Deal found 9/6![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,315
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 10/2610:57 am -
2 stops27h 03m
Fri 11/611:59 pm -
2 stops29h 41m
Deal found 9/6![Delta logo]()
$1,171
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Thu 10/297:29 am -
2 stops32h 36m
Thu 11/55:00 pm -
2 stops40h 26m
Deal found 9/3![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,185
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 September 8, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Nairobi. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 8, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 11/55:50 pm -
2 stops32h 25m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/5![Delta logo]()
$704
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/54:15 pm -
3 stops53h 05m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$730
Find flight deals from Des Moines to Nairobi
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Round-trip from | $1,162 (Expedia) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $704 (Delta) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | March |
Average price | $1,140 |
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Des MoinesNairobi
DSM Des Moines - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
DSMNBO
Des Moines
Thu 11/5
5:50 pm-11:15 am
2 stops32h 25m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$704
Des MoinesNairobi
DSM Des Moines - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
DSMNBO
Des Moines
Thu 11/5
4:15 pm-6:20 am
3 stops53h 05m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$730
Des MoinesNairobi
DSM Des Moines - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
DSMNBO
Des Moines
Mon 1/18
6:30 pm-10:45 pm
3 stops43h 15m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Tue 1/26
11:55 pm-9:41 pm
2 stops30h 46m
$1,162
Des MoinesNairobi
DSM Des Moines - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
DSMNBO
Des Moines
Mon 10/26
10:57 am-10:00 pm
2 stops27h 03m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Fri 11/6
11:59 pm-8:40 pm
2 stops29h 41m
$1,171
Des MoinesNairobi
DSM Des Moines - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
DSMNBO
Des Moines
Sun 9/27
7:00 am-9:55 pm
2 stops30h 55m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Sun 10/4
11:05 pm-10:26 pm
2 stops31h 21m
$1,173
Des MoinesNairobi
DSM Des Moines - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
DSMNBO
Des Moines
Thu 10/29
9:26 am-7:15 am
2 stops37h 49m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Thu 11/5
5:00 pm-12:26 am
2 stops40h 26m
$1,185
Des MoinesNairobi
DSM Des Moines - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
DSMNBO
Des Moines
Thu 10/29
7:08 am-6:20 pm
2 stops27h 12m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Thu 11/5
1:35 pm-6:56 pm
2 stops38h 21m
$1,196
Des MoinesNairobi
DSM Des Moines - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
DSMNBO
Des Moines
Wed 10/21
9:26 am-12:30 pm
2 stops43h 04m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Wed 10/28
7:15 pm-11:58 pm
2 stops36h 43m
$1,196
Des MoinesNairobi
DSM Des Moines - NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
DSMNBO
Des Moines
Thu 10/8
3:11 pm-8:35 pm
2 stops21h 24m
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Mon 10/12
10:20 pm-11:35 pm
2 stops33h 15m
$1,313
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How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Nairobi?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Des Moines to Nairobi flights typically cost between $1,096 and $1,550 in January.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $1,162 on Lufthansa (Jan 18-Jan 26).
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 September 8, 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.
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentJorge,Aug 2026
TPA - ATL
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentJorge,Aug 2026
TPA - ATL
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentJorge,Aug 2026
TPA - ATL
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentJorge,Aug 2026
TPA - ATL
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentJorge,Aug 2026
TPA - ATL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$741 | Average$1,267 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$917 | Average$1,162 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$1,047 | Average$1,593 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$1,103 | Average$1,130 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% |