Question 1

How often are flights from the United States to Nairobi delayed?

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About 23% of weekly flights between United States and Nairobi have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 142 minutes.

Question 2

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

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Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Question 3

Which airline has the best punctuality record on the United States to Nairobi flights?

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Over the last year, Kenya Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 23% of flights being delayed.

Question 4

What is the most punctual flight time for the United States to Nairobi flights?

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Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

Question 5

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

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For one-way options, check prices for Ethiopian Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $94. Users have also found prices from $184 and $266 on Air France and Delta, respectively.

Question 6

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

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To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from USA to Nairobi, you should look to book at least 21 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Question 7

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

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Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Nairobi (average of $1,009). Flying from USA to Nairobi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,526). 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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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.

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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).

Question 10

What are the most popular routes from USA to Nairobi?

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When deciding which route to take from USA to Nairobi consider New York John F Kennedy Intl - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl, Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl or Newark - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl as they are the most popular.

Question 11

What are the most popular airlines that fly from USA to Nairobi?

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Before booking your flight from USA to Nairobi check out the most popular airlines for this route: Qatar Airways, Delta or Kenya Airways.

Question 12

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

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A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from USA to Nairobi in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 19% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Question 13

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

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

Question 14

How can I find direct flights from USA to Nairobi?

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

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

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Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from USA 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.

Popular in	December
Cheapest in	November
Average price	$1,072

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Air France	Cheapest$574	Average$1,287	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%
Delta	Cheapest$718	Average$1,249	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
Egyptair	Cheapest$725	Average$1,231	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
SAUDIA	Cheapest$731	Average$1,126	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time86%
Etihad Airways	Cheapest$756	Average$999	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%
Turkish Airlines	Cheapest$758	Average$981	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%
Ethiopian Air	Cheapest$775	Average$1,034	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%
American Airlines	Cheapest$849	Average$1,280	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Lufthansa	Cheapest$880	Average$1,444	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%
Kenya Airways	Cheapest$899	Average$1,394	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from USA to Nairobi, you should look to book at least 21 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

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

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from USA to Nairobi in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 19% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

How often are flights from the United States to Nairobi delayed?

About 23% of weekly flights between United States and Nairobi have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 142 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for the United States to Nairobi flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on the United States to Nairobi flights?

Over the last year, Kenya Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 23% of flights being delayed.

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