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$575+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) 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 1/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — NBO
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Nairobi are usually found in April or January, booked 7 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Nairobi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) 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 August 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$799
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$575
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,271
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Nairobi
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Nairobi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Nairobi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 18, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 11/108:05 pmDTW - NBO
1 stop23h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 11/254:50 amNBO - DTW
1 stop21h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/17$799
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 10/129:00 pmDTW - NBO
1 stop21h 50mTurkish Airlines
Tue 10/284:50 amNBO - DTW
1 stop21h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/17$818
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Fri 10/319:05 pmDTW - NBO
1 stop23h 00mTurkish Airlines
Thu 11/134:50 amNBO - DTW
1 stop21h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/17$837
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Mon 11/101:46 pmDTW - NBO
2 stops26h 19mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/261:35 amNBO - DTW
2 stops29h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/17$847
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 11/108:05 pmDTW - NBO
1 stop23h 00mTurkish Airlines
Sat 11/294:50 amNBO - DTW
1 stop21h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/17$855
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/259:00 pmDTW - NBO
1 stop21h 50mTurkish Airlines
Wed 10/153:35 amNBO - DTW
1 stop22h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/18$862
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/14:10 pmDTW - NBO
2 stops21h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/811:45 pmNBO - DTW
2 stops22h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$908
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Sat 10/49:00 pmDTW - NBO
1 stop21h 50mTurkish Airlines
Fri 11/74:50 amNBO - DTW
1 stop21h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/16$913
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Wed 10/12:15 pmDTW - NBO
2 stops22h 40mDelta
Wed 10/810:25 pmNBO - DTW
1 stop27h 50mDelta
Deal found 8/17$918
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Thu 9/412:50 pmDTW - NBO
2 stops24h 05mDelta
Tue 9/1610:25 pmNBO - DTW
1 stop27h 35mDelta
Deal found 8/17$922
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Mon 8/254:35 pmDTW - NBO
1 stop22h 25mDelta
Tue 9/1610:25 pmNBO - DTW
1 stop27h 35mDelta
Deal found 8/16$928

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nairobi that are best for you.

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Detroit

Fly to

Nairobi

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Depart

Return

Price

DetroitNairobi

DTW - NBO

DTWNBO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/10

8:05 pm-3:05 am

1 stop23h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 11/26

4:50 am-6:10 pm

1 stop21h 20m

$799

DetroitNairobi

DTW - NBO

DTWNBO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/10

8:05 pm-3:05 am

1 stop23h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 11/25

4:50 am-6:10 pm

1 stop21h 20m

$799

DetroitNairobi

DTW - NBO

DTWNBO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 10/12

9:00 pm-1:50 am

1 stop21h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 10/28

4:50 am-7:10 pm

1 stop21h 20m

$818

DetroitNairobi

DTW - NBO

DTWNBO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/10

1:46 pm-12:05 am

2 stops26h 19m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 11/25

1:35 am-11:49 pm

2 stops30h 14m

$837

DetroitNairobi

DTW - NBO

DTWNBO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/2

1:52 pm-12:05 am

2 stops26h 13m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 2/16

1:35 am-9:01 pm

2 stops27h 26m

$837

DetroitNairobi

DTW - NBO

DTWNBO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/31

9:05 pm-3:05 am

1 stop23h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 11/13

4:50 am-6:10 pm

1 stop21h 20m

$837

DetroitNairobi

DTW - NBO

DTWNBO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/3

10:55 am-3:05 am

2 stops32h 10m

$575

DetroitNairobi

DTW - NBO

DTWNBO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/3

4:15 pm-10:45 pm

3 stops22h 30m

$731

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nairobi

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nairobi?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nairobi is 7 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nairobi?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nairobi (average of $1,009). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,484). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DTW to NBO?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Nairobi. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 18, 2025.

When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nairobi, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 23% versus a flight in the afternoon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 August 18, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nairobi, such as Delta, Air France, and Turkish Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Air France
7.4
Good
1,468 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,945 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,330 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit 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 Detroit to Nairobi?

    Most people fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) if they book a flight from Detroit to Nairobi. On average, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County has 0 outbound flights to Nairobi per day from 6 airlines. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is conveniently located just 17.3 mi from Detroit’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nairobi?

    There are many flights that can get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nairobi in 23h. Fly via Turkish Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 7794 mi between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Nairobi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nairobi round-trip?

    According to our current data, Turkish Airlines ($732), Air France ($905), and Delta ($913) offers the cheapest pricing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nairobi. Turkish Airlines is currently priced 40% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to Nairobi?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nairobi?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nairobi (average of $1,009). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,484). 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 Detroit to Nairobi

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Detroit 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 August 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$732Average$977FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air FranceCheapest$905Average$1,427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$913Average$1,244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$971Average$1,535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$978Average$1,420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
American AirlinesCheapest$995Average$1,263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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