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$385+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) to Nairobi

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RDU — NBO
Apr 3 — Apr 101
Fri 4/3
Fri 4/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Nairobi

Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Nairobi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Nairobi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 4, 2026.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/13:15 pm
RDU
-
NBO
2 stops22h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/1811:55 pm
NBO
-
RDU
2 stops29h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3$863
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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.
Sat 11/216:45 am
RDU
-
NBO
3 stops32h 00m
United Airlines
Sat 11/2811:55 pm
NBO
-
RDU
2 stops53h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/1$893
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/224:00 pm
RDU
-
NBO
2 stops26h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/113:10 am
NBO
-
RDU
2 stops28h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/28$904
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/157:55 pm
RDU
-
NBO
1 stop18h 15m
Delta
Sun 3/2911:05 pm
NBO
-
RDU
1 stop23h 50m
Delta
Deal found 2/28$915
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/186:50 am
RDU
-
NBO
2 stops37h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/143:10 am
NBO
-
RDU
2 stops28h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/27$923
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/163:00 pm
RDU
-
NBO
2 stops23h 40m
Lufthansa
Wed 3/1811:55 pm
NBO
-
RDU
1 stop21h 50m
Lufthansa
Deal found 3/3$931
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/164:07 pm
RDU
-
NBO
2 stops27h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/143:10 am
NBO
-
RDU
2 stops28h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/27$941
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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 3/26:47 pm
RDU
-
NBO
2 stops42h 53m
Lufthansa
Mon 3/911:40 pm
NBO
-
RDU
2 stops25h 35m
Lufthansa
Deal found 3/1$945

Find flight deals from Raleigh to Nairobi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) 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 March 4, 2026.

Round-trip from

$904
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$385
(Air France)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

March

Average price

$930
From Raleigh-Durham to Nairobi
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RaleighNairobi

RDU - NBO

RDUNBO

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 3/15

10:00 am-9:10 pm

2 stops28h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 3/29

11:05 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop23h 50m

$919

RaleighNairobi

RDU - NBO

RDUNBO

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/15

3:40 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop21h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 4/22

11:40 pm-12:50 am

2 stops32h 10m

$970

RaleighNairobi

RDU - NBO

RDUNBO

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 4/12

6:00 am-8:20 pm

2 stops31h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 4/19

10:50 pm-6:50 pm

2 stops51h 00m

$979

RaleighNairobi

RDU - NBO

RDUNBO

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/16

5:15 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop21h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 4/15

11:40 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops31h 04m

$983

RaleighNairobi

RDU - NBO

RDUNBO

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/22

10:32 am-8:20 pm

2 stops26h 48m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 5/30

10:20 pm-9:37 pm

2 stops30h 17m

$1,027

RaleighNairobi

RDU - NBO

RDUNBO

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/23

11:24 am-12:50 am

2 stops30h 26m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 3/31

7:00 am-5:39 pm

2 stops41h 39m

$1,050

RaleighNairobi

RDU - NBO

RDUNBO

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/1

11:24 am-12:35 am

2 stops30h 11m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 4/15

1:35 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops31h 40m

$1,075

RaleighNairobi

RDU - NBO

RDUNBO

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 3/20

6:00 am-6:20 am

2 stops41h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 3/26

1:45 am-8:13 am

2 stops37h 28m

$1,106

RaleighNairobi

RDU - NBO

RDUNBO

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/22

3:02 pm-8:35 pm

3 stops22h 33m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 5/12

10:50 pm-6:52 pm

3 stops27h 02m

$1,109

RaleighNairobi

RDU - NBO

RDUNBO

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/10

6:00 am-1:45 pm

2 stops24h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 3/17

1:35 am-11:20 pm

2 stops28h 45m

$1,120

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Raleigh to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on February 27, 2026.

Booking 78 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Nairobi?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Nairobi (average of $747). Flying from Raleigh to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,197). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Raleigh 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 March 4, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Qatar Airways, and United Airlines from Raleigh to Nairobi by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,245 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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
8,245 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,245 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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
3,745 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,245 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,381 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,245 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,822 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,245 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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
6.7
Okay
294 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,245 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Raleigh to Nairobi?

    Raleigh-Durham (RDU) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Raleigh to Nairobi. You should not have trouble finding flights to Nairobi from Raleigh-Durham; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Nairobi per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 9 airlines have flights from the Raleigh airport to Nairobi. It is only a 11.1 mi journey to Raleigh-Durham (RDU) from Raleigh’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Raleigh to Nairobi?

    Departing from Raleigh to Nairobi will take you 21h 55m. Airlines will cover a distance of 7692 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at $747, American Airlines will fly you from Raleigh to Nairobi and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $856 and $890, respectively. Users have found that American Airlines is 35% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Air France. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $379. Users have also found prices from $460 and $586 on Delta and Qatar Airways, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Nairobi (average of $747). Flying from Raleigh to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,197). 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 Raleigh to Nairobi

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh 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 March 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$747Average$1,369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$856Average$1,149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$890Average$1,085FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$910Average$1,074FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$932Average$1,398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$950Average$1,426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
LufthansaCheapest$954Average$1,313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$981Average$1,474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,131Average$1,625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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