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$494+ Cheap flights from Houston 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 6/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — NBO
May 12 — May 191
Mon 5/12
Mon 5/19
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston to Nairobi are usually found in October or February, booked 51 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Houston to Nairobi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) 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 7, 2025.

Round-trip from

$988
(Delta)

One-way from

$494
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,388
From Houston to Nairobi
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Cheapest flights from Houston to Nairobi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Nairobi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 7, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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.
Sun 9/143:50 pmIAH - NBO
1 stop20h 05mDelta
Fri 9/1910:25 pmNBO - IAH
1 stop23h 10mDelta
Deal found 5/6$988
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/149:00 pmIAH - NBO
1 stop20h 50mTurkish Airlines
Tue 9/163:35 amNBO - IAH
1 stop23h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/6$990
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/148:05 amIAH - NBO
2 stops28h 15mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/1810:45 pmNBO - IAH
2 stops33h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/6$993
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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.
Sat 10/256:10 pmIAH - NBO
1 stop21h 55mQatar Airways
Sat 11/11:00 pmNBO - IAH
2 stops35h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/7$998
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/73:50 pmIAH - NBO
1 stop20h 05mAir France
Wed 5/1410:25 pmNBO - IAH
1 stop23h 10mAir France
Deal found 5/7$1,000
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/178:15 pmIAH - NBO
3 stops42h 15mBrussels Airlines
Fri 10/2410:45 pmNBO - IAH
2 stops49h 00mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,003
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/229:00 pmIAH - NBO
1 stop39h 45mBritish Airways
Thu 9/1810:50 pmNBO - IAH
1 stop22h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/7$1,009
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/74:55 pmIAH - NBO
2 stops44h 00mAir Canada
Wed 5/1411:45 pmNBO - IAH
2 stops28h 11mAir Canada
Deal found 5/7$1,029
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/227:05 pmIAH - NBO
2 stops40h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/2811:55 pmNBO - IAH
2 stops30h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,106
This RwandAir deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 RwandAir is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/186:10 pmIAH - NBO
2 stops34h 10mRwandAir
Fri 9/198:50 pmNBO - IAH
2 stops27h 00mRwandAir
Deal found 5/6$1,236
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 9/258:20 pmHOU - NBO
2 stops26h 20mQatar Airways
Tue 10/71:20 amNBO - HOU
2 stops26h 49mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/6$1,253
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/2511:55 amIAH - NBO
3 stops27h 00mLufthansa
Sat 11/16:00 pmNBO - IAH
2 stops29h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 5/7$1,261

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston 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 May 7, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Nairobi that are best for you.

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HoustonNairobi

IAH - NBO

IAHNBO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 9/14

3:50 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 9/19

10:25 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop23h 10m

$988

HoustonNairobi

IAH - NBO

IAHNBO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 9/14

9:00 pm-1:50 am

1 stop20h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 9/16

3:35 am-7:05 pm

1 stop23h 30m

$990

HoustonNairobi

IAH - NBO

IAHNBO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 9/14

8:05 am-8:20 pm

2 stops28h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 9/18

10:45 pm-12:17 am

2 stops33h 32m

$993

HoustonNairobi

IAH - NBO

IAHNBO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 10/25

6:10 pm-12:05 am

1 stop21h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 11/1

1:00 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops35h 30m

$998

HoustonNairobi

IAH - NBO

IAHNBO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 10/17

8:15 pm-10:30 pm

3 stops42h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 10/24

10:45 pm-3:45 pm

2 stops49h 00m

$1,003

HoustonNairobi

IAH - NBO

IAHNBO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 8/22

9:00 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop39h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 9/18

10:50 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop22h 50m

$1,009

HoustonNairobi

IAH - NBO

IAHNBO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 10/17

7:20 am-8:20 pm

2 stops29h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 10/24

10:45 pm-7:42 pm

2 stops28h 57m

$1,061

HoustonNairobi

IAH - NBO

IAHNBO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 9/16

3:50 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 9/17

10:25 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop23h 10m

$1,154

HoustonNairobi

IAH - NBO

IAHNBO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 6/18

6:10 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops34h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 9/19

8:50 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops27h 00m

$1,236

HoustonNairobi

HOU - NBO

HOUNBO

Houston Hobby

Thu 9/25

8:20 pm-6:40 am

2 stops26h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 10/7

1:20 am-8:09 pm

2 stops26h 49m

$1,253

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston to Nairobi

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Houston to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on May 2, 2025.

Booking 51 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Houston to Nairobi. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Nairobi (average of $1,009). Flying from Houston to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,583). 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 HOU to NBO?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston 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 May 7, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Houston to Nairobi is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 18% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston to Nairobi?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Houston to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston to Nairobi flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Nairobi by month

Plan your trip to Nairobi by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Nairobi ranges from 0.4 - 6.3 inches per month. April is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Nairobi when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Nairobi by month

Plan your trip to Nairobi by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Nairobi, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 62.6 F).

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 7, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Air France and Qatar Airways from Houston to Nairobi. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,944 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
7,944 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,944 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
7.5
Good
1,449 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,944 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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!
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,567 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,944 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,710 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,944 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
3,796 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,944 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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 Houston to Nairobi. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Delta, at $988, was found to be the cheapest airline from Houston to Nairobi.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Turkish Airlines and United Airlines. These flights start at 12% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Houston to Nairobi one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $494 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air France from $587 and Delta from $592 one-way.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Houston to Nairobi?

    Houston to Nairobi flights have a layover in Istanbul most of the time. Paris follows Istanbul in terms of the most common layover location on Houston to Nairobi flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Istanbul?

    Most Istanbul visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii, and Beyazit Meydani. Travelers on a layover in Istanbul can visit Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii, and Beyazit Meydani, by traveling 20.8 mi, 22.3 mi, and 21.7 mi, respectively after landing at Istanbul. Those on a layover in Istanbul in need of a rental car can book one at Istanbul for about $35.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Paris?

    The majority of Paris visitors spend their time at Eiffel Tower, Champs-Elysées, and Louvre Museum. Eiffel Tower, Champs-Elysées, and Louvre Museum are located about 15.8 mi, 14.7 mi, and 14.3 mi, respectively from Paris Charles de Gaulle. Those on a layover in Paris in need of a rental car can book one at Paris Charles de Gaulle for about $41.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Houston to Nairobi flights?

    Houston to Nairobi flights have a layover in Doha the least frequently. Doha is followed by Paris in terms of the least popular layover location on flights from Houston to Nairobi.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Houston 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 Houston to Nairobi?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Nairobi (average of $1,009). Flying from Houston to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,583). 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 9 airlines flying from Houston to Nairobi

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Houston 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 May 7, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$466Average$1,071FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$719Average$1,234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$811Average$1,122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Air FranceCheapest$853Average$1,129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$896Average$1,268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$915Average$1,572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$957Average$1,405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$995Average$1,678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$1,297Average$1,556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%

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