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$515+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to Nairobi

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CMH — NBO
may. 4 — may. 111
dom. 5/4
dom. 5/11
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to Nairobi are usually found in October or February, booked 28 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) 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 abril 29, 2025.

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$1,018
(Orbitz)

One-way from

$515
(FlightHub)

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Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,072
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Nairobi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Nairobi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 29, 2025.

This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/46:33 pmCMH - NBO
2 stops46h 17mMultiple Airlines
lun. 9/291:20 amNBO - CMH
2 stops47h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$1,018
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/47:00 amCMH - NBO
1 stop27h 00mKenya Airways
mar. 9/3011:35 pmNBO - CMH
1 stop25h 24mKenya Airways
Deal found 4/27$1,089
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
jue. 5/16:39 pmCMH - NBO
2 stops29h 01mQatar Airways
mar. 6/176:10 pmNBO - CMH
2 stops28h 11mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/27$1,170
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
jue. 9/46:10 amCMH - NBO
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
mar. 9/306:00 pmNBO - CMH
3 stops27h 11mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/27$1,332
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
mar. 5/201:24 pmCMH - NBO
2 stops24h 21mAmerican Airlines
mar. 7/811:10 pmNBO - CMH
2 stops27h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$1,385
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
mié. 6/257:10 amCMH - NBO
2 stops30h 10mUnited Airlines
dom. 8/3111:45 pmNBO - CMH
2 stops30h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$1,448
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
sáb. 5/104:02 pmCMH - NBO
2 stops21h 43mBritish Airways
jue. 7/318:15 amNBO - CMH
2 stops34h 34mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/28$1,457
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
mar. 7/112:35 pmCMH - NBO
2 stops26h 55mLufthansa
dom. 7/1310:55 pmNBO - CMH
2 stops28h 38mLufthansa
Deal found 4/27$1,534
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
mié. 12/179:30 amCMH - NBO
2 stops28h 30mAir Canada
dom. 1/1111:45 pmNBO - CMH
2 stops29h 11mAir Canada
Deal found 4/27$1,542
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
dom. 7/203:00 pmCMH - NBO
2 stops22h 20mBrussels Airlines
dom. 8/1011:45 pmNBO - CMH
2 stops26h 03mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 4/27$1,603

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 abril 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Nairobi that are best for you.

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Columbus

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Nairobi

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Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

jue. 9/4

6:33 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops46h 17m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

lun. 9/29

1:20 am-5:37 pm

2 stops47h 17m

$1,018

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

jue. 9/4

7:00 am-5:00 pm

1 stop27h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

mar. 9/30

11:35 pm-5:59 pm

1 stop25h 24m

$1,089

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

jue. 9/4

12:32 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops28h 18m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

mar. 9/30

6:10 pm-4:42 pm

2 stops29h 32m

$1,262

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

jue. 9/4

6:10 am-1:10 pm

2 stops24h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

mar. 9/30

6:00 pm-2:11 pm

3 stops27h 11m

$1,332

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

mar. 5/20

1:24 pm-8:45 pm

2 stops24h 21m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

mar. 7/8

11:10 pm-8:04 pm

2 stops27h 54m

$1,385

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

mié. 6/25

7:10 am-8:20 pm

2 stops30h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

dom. 8/31

11:45 pm-11:43 pm

2 stops30h 58m

$1,448

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

sáb. 5/10

4:02 pm-8:45 pm

2 stops21h 43m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

jue. 7/31

8:15 am-11:49 am

2 stops34h 34m

$1,457

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

mar. 7/1

12:35 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops26h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

dom. 7/13

10:55 pm-8:33 pm

2 stops28h 38m

$1,534

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

dom. 7/20

3:00 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops22h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

dom. 8/10

11:45 pm-6:48 pm

2 stops26h 03m

$1,603

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

mar. 5/27

9:20 am-10:30 pm

3 stops30h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

jue. 8/28

10:45 pm-8:38 pm

3 stops28h 53m

$2,554

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Nairobi

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus Airport to Nairobi

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

Booking 28 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Columbus Airport 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 Columbus Airport to Nairobi?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Nairobi (average of $1,009). Flying from Columbus Airport to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,613). 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 CMH to NBO?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 abril 29, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 16% on flights from Columbus Airport to Nairobi by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbus Airport to Nairobi?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus Airport to Nairobi flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon 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 abril 29, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qatar Airways, United Airlines and Brussels Airlines from Columbus to Nairobi by reading reviews from past customers. 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.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,561 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DFW - DOH

Probably one of the best flights I’ve had. Superb service! They made economy feel like first class.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,561 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,561 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DFW - DOH

Probably one of the best flights I’ve had. Superb service! They made economy feel like first class.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,561 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DFW - DOH

Probably one of the best flights I’ve had. Superb service! They made economy feel like first class.
Brussels Airlines
7.4
Good
345 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,561 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DFW - DOH

Probably one of the best flights I’ve had. Superb service! They made economy feel like first class.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,785 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,561 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DFW - DOH

Probably one of the best flights I’ve had. Superb service! They made economy feel like first class.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,561 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

DFW - DOH

Probably one of the best flights I’ve had. Superb service! They made economy feel like first class.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus 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 Columbus Airport to Nairobi round-trip?

    According to our current data, Kenya Airways ($1,089), Qatar Airways ($1,262), and Ethiopian Air ($1,332) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus Airport to Nairobi. Kenya Airways is currently priced 11% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The most popular layover on flights from Columbus Airport to Nairobi is New York.

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

    The majority of New York visitors spend their time at Times Square, New York City Center, and Madison Square Garden. Travelers on a layover in New York can visit Times Square, New York City Center, and Madison Square Garden, by traveling 13.6 mi, 13.6 mi, and 13.6 mi, respectively after landing at New York John F Kennedy Intl. Those landing in New York looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $70 per day.

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

    The least popular layover on flights from Columbus Airport to Nairobi is Doha.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus 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 Columbus Airport to Nairobi?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Nairobi (average of $1,009). Flying from Columbus Airport to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,613). 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 7 airlines flying from Columbus to Nairobi

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 abril 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$953Average$1,130FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
DeltaCheapest$953Average$1,634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Ethiopian AirCheapest$993Average$1,438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,115Average$1,218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,126Average$1,414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,346Average$1,599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LufthansaCheapest$1,394Average$1,660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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