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$476+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) 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 3/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — NBO
Feb 10 — Feb 171
Tue 2/10
Tue 2/17
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Nairobi

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 January 11, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,015
(Gurufare)

One-way from

$476
(Trip.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,032
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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 January 11, 2026.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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.
Sun 3/17:05 amCMH - NBO
1 stop20h 10mKenya Airways
Wed 5/611:35 pmNBO - CMH
1 stop25h 27mKenya Airways
Deal found 1/10$1,015
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/9. 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 1/307:08 amCMH - NBO
1 stop20h 07mKenya Airways
Tue 3/2411:35 pmNBO - CMH
1 stop19h 22mKenya Airways
Deal found 1/9$1,019
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/9. 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.
Wed 4/297:00 amCMH - NBO
1 stop20h 45mKenya Airways
Mon 5/2511:35 pmNBO - CMH
1 stop19h 06mKenya Airways
Deal found 1/9$1,020
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/9. 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.
Fri 2/277:05 amCMH - NBO
1 stop20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/811:35 pmNBO - CMH
1 stop24h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/9$1,021
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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.
Wed 2/48:15 amCMH - NBO
2 stops19h 00mKenya Airways
Tue 5/511:35 pmNBO - CMH
1 stop25h 09mKenya Airways
Deal found 1/10$1,024
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 2/67:08 amCMH - NBO
1 stop20h 07mKenya Airways
Thu 5/711:35 pmNBO - CMH
1 stop30h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 1/11$1,025
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/9. 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.
Thu 4/212:37 pmCMH - NBO
1 stop39h 08mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/911:35 pmNBO - CMH
1 stop19h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/9$1,027
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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.
Mon 2/97:08 amCMH - NBO
1 stop20h 07mKenya Airways
Tue 3/2411:35 pmNBO - CMH
1 stop19h 22mKenya Airways
Deal found 1/11$1,039
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/9. 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.
Mon 2/27:08 amCMH - NBO
1 stop20h 07mKenya Airways
Sun 2/811:35 pmNBO - CMH
1 stop20h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 1/9$1,043
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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.
Thu 2/512:57 pmCMH - NBO
1 stop38h 18mKenya Airways
Thu 4/911:35 pmNBO - CMH
1 stop24h 51mKenya Airways
Deal found 1/11$1,050
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/9. 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.
Mon 2/26:00 amCMH - NBO
2 stops21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/811:35 pmNBO - CMH
1 stop20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/9$1,053

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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 January 11, 2026.
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

Sun 3/1

7:05 am-11:15 am

1 stop20h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 5/6

11:35 pm-6:02 pm

1 stop25h 27m

$1,015

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Wed 2/4

7:08 am-11:15 am

1 stop20h 07m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 5/5

11:35 pm-11:57 am

1 stop19h 22m

$1,019

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Fri 2/6

7:08 am-11:15 am

1 stop20h 07m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 5/7

11:35 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop30h 00m

$1,025

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Fri 2/27

6:00 am-11:15 am

2 stops21h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 3/8

11:35 pm-11:57 am

1 stop19h 22m

$1,026

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Thu 4/2

12:37 pm-10:45 am

1 stop39h 08m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 5/9

11:35 pm-11:41 am

1 stop19h 06m

$1,027

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Thu 1/22

12:57 pm-11:15 am

1 stop38h 18m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 5/11

11:35 pm-6:02 pm

1 stop25h 27m

$1,054

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Sun 3/1

12:40 pm-6:20 am

2 stops33h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 5/6

1:45 pm-6:06 pm

2 stops35h 21m

$1,057

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Wed 1/21

12:03 pm-12:50 am

2 stops28h 47m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 2/25

7:15 am-6:02 pm

2 stops42h 47m

$1,057

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Thu 2/5

6:25 am-12:50 am

2 stops34h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 4/9

1:45 pm-6:06 pm

2 stops35h 21m

$1,057

ColumbusNairobi

CMH - NBO

CMHNBO

Columbus

Mon 2/9

9:20 am-6:10 am

2 stops36h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 3/24

7:05 am-2:06 pm

2 stops38h 01m

$1,057

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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 January 9, 2026.

Booking 39 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 $727). Flying from Columbus Airport to Nairobi in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,346). 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.

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 January 11, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Qatar Airways, and American Airlines from Columbus Airport to Nairobi to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,035 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,035 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,035 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,708 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,035 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,099 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,035 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Kenya Airways
6.8
Okay
288 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,035 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,666 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,035 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

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.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus Airport to Nairobi?

    There are many flights that can get you from Columbus Airport to Nairobi in 20h 10m. Fly via Kenya Airways to get the fastest option. The distance between Columbus Airport and Nairobi is about 7823 mi.

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

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($727), Lufthansa ($926), and Delta ($953) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus Airport to Nairobi. American Airlines is currently priced 40% 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 Doha.

  • 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 New York.

  • 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 $727). Flying from Columbus Airport to Nairobi in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,346). 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 January 11, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$727Average$1,382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LufthansaCheapest$926Average$1,038FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$953Average$1,266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$975Average$1,124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$982Average$1,301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,047Average$1,519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,115Average$1,250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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