Nairobi

$498+ Cheap flights from the United States to Nairobi

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LAX — NBO
Jun 7 — Jun 141
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Cheap flight deals from USA to Nairobi

Cheapest flights from USA to Nairobi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from USA to Nairobi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 8, 2026.

This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/184:25 pm
SEA
-
NBO
1 stop21h 25m
Qatar Airways
Wed 7/81:20 am
NBO
-
SEA
1 stop21h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/7$923
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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.
Fri 7/243:10 pm
IAD
-
NBO
1 stop38h 20m
Etihad Airways
Fri 8/217:00 am
NBO
-
IAD
1 stop33h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/3$931
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/109:45 pm
EWR
-
NBO
2 stops20h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 5/233:20 am
NBO
-
EWR
2 stops23h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/5$933
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/153:10 pm
IAD
-
NBO
1 stop32h 00m
Etihad Airways
Sat 8/227:05 am
NBO
-
IAD
1 stop33h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/3$937
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Tue 9/86:05 am
DCA
-
NBO
1 stop21h 40m
Kenya Airways
Mon 9/2111:35 pm
NBO
-
DCA
1 stop25h 36m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 5/4$937
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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.
Fri 9/183:10 pm
IAD
-
NBO
1 stop38h 20m
Etihad Airways
Tue 9/291:35 pm
NBO
-
IAD
1 stop27h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/5$938
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.
Tue 6/164:25 pm
SEA
-
NBO
1 stop28h 20m
Qatar Airways
Tue 6/301:20 am
NBO
-
SEA
1 stop21h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/6$938
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 8/93:10 pm
IAD
-
NBO
1 stop38h 20m
Etihad Airways
Sun 8/301:35 pm
NBO
-
IAD
1 stop27h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/5$939
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/234:25 pm
SEA
-
NBO
1 stop28h 20m
Qatar Airways
Tue 7/76:00 pm
NBO
-
SEA
1 stop28h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/6$939
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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.
Sat 8/83:10 pm
IAD
-
NBO
1 stop32h 00m
Etihad Airways
Mon 8/317:05 am
NBO
-
IAD
1 stop33h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/5$940
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 8/266:20 am
DCA
-
NBO
1 stop21h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/711:35 pm
NBO
-
DCA
1 stop25h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$940
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.
Thu 7/234:25 pm
SEA
-
NBO
1 stop28h 20m
Qatar Airways
Fri 9/118:15 am
NBO
-
SEA
1 stop38h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/7$941

Find flight deals from USA to Nairobi

Keep the following information in mind while searching for USA to Nairobi flight deals. Data was last updated May 8, 2026.

Round-trip from

$923
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$498
(SmartFares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,141
From USA to Nairobi
One-way flight from USA to Nairobi
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($100 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($48 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from USA 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 8, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United States to Nairobi that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

SeattleNairobi

SEA - NBO

SEANBO

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 7/30

8:53 am-11:50 pm

2 stops28h 57m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 9/3

8:15 am-12:25 pm

1 stop38h 10m

$995

DallasNairobi

DFW - NBO

DFWNBO

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 11/4

7:35 am-8:50 pm

2 stops28h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 1/31

11:00 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop24h 00m

$1,030

DallasNairobi

DFW - NBO

DFWNBO

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 8/20

4:09 pm-6:10 am

2 stops30h 01m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 9/4

1:35 pm-4:53 pm

2 stops35h 18m

$1,044

AtlantaNairobi

ATL - NBO

ATLNBO

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 9/10

10:35 pm-6:50 am

1 stop25h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 9/14

9:35 am-8:40 pm

1 stop42h 05m

$1,066

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

DCA - NBO

DCANBO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 5/16

7:59 am-8:45 pm

2 stops29h 46m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 5/29

11:05 pm-7:37 pm

2 stops27h 32m

$1,121

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

DCA - NBO

DCANBO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 5/14

12:59 pm-8:45 pm

2 stops24h 46m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 5/29

11:05 pm-7:37 pm

2 stops27h 32m

$1,121

SeattleNairobi

SEA - NBO

SEANBO

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 7/23

3:10 pm-12:35 am

2 stops47h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 8/12

2:25 am-9:48 pm

2 stops29h 23m

$1,131

NewarkNairobi

EWR - NBO

EWRNBO

Newark

Sun 9/20

6:35 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop19h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 9/24

10:20 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop21h 50m

$1,140

New YorkNairobi

JFK - NBO

JFKNBO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 11/3

2:00 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops24h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 11/13

11:00 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop25h 00m

$1,153

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

IAD - NBO

IADNBO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/7

3:40 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops22h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 9/24

10:20 pm-9:22 pm

2 stops30h 02m

$1,155

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Best time to book a flight from USA to Nairobi

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from the United States to Nairobi

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 28 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?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Nairobi (average of $1,004). Flying from USA to Nairobi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,482). 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 US to NBO?

Find hourly flight availability from USA 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 8, 2026.

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 24% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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

About 24% of weekly flights between United States and Nairobi have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 166 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?

Tuesday 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 24% of flights being delayed.

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 8, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines from the United States 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.

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from USA to Nairobi?

    Airlines like Qatar Airways, Delta, and British Airways fly from USA to Nairobi in about 25h 15m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 42m. There are 8042 mi between USA and Nairobi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    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 $265 and $345 on American Airlines and Qatar Airways, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from USA to Nairobi?

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

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

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

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

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

    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.

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Nairobi (average of $1,004). Flying from USA to Nairobi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,482). 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 10 airlines flying from USA to Nairobi

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from USA 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 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$674Average$1,222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Brussels AirlinesCheapest$688Average$1,308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
EgyptairCheapest$725Average$1,255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$753Average$983FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$775Average$1,121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$780Average$1,036FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air CanadaCheapest$827Average$1,041FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$849Average$1,410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LufthansaCheapest$880Average$1,428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$899Average$1,400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%

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