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$545+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 6/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — NBO
Jun 3 — Jun 101
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 4, 2026.

This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 9/87:59 pm
IAD
-
NBO
1 stop31h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/1511:35 pm
NBO
-
IAD
1 stop26h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$895
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 9/153:10 pm
IAD
-
NBO
1 stop38h 20m
Etihad Airways
Tue 9/297:00 am
NBO
-
IAD
1 stop33h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/30$908
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/263:10 pm
IAD
-
NBO
1 stop32h 00m
Etihad Airways
Wed 9/97:00 am
NBO
-
IAD
1 stop33h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/30$913
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sun 5/103:10 pm
IAD
-
NBO
1 stop32h 45m
Etihad Airways
Sun 6/281:35 pm
NBO
-
IAD
1 stop27h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/29$917
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 6/116:50 pm
IAD
-
NBO
1 stop22h 45m
SAUDIA
Mon 6/292:25 am
NBO
-
IAD
1 stop20h 15m
SAUDIA
Deal found 4/29$920
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sun 5/33:10 pm
IAD
-
NBO
1 stop32h 45m
Etihad Airways
Sat 7/47:05 am
NBO
-
IAD
1 stop33h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/30$921
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sun 11/16:05 am
DCA
-
NBO
1 stop21h 10m
Kenya Airways
Thu 11/1211:35 pm
NBO
-
DCA
1 stop26h 30m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/30$921
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/276:05 am
DCA
-
NBO
1 stop21h 40m
Kenya Airways
Mon 9/711:35 pm
NBO
-
DCA
1 stop25h 36m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/30$926
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sat 9/2612:30 pm
IAD
-
NBO
1 stop39h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/411:35 pm
NBO
-
IAD
1 stop19h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$927
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sun 12/66:05 am
DCA
-
NBO
1 stop21h 10m
Kenya Airways
Sun 1/2411:35 pm
NBO
-
DCA
1 stop18h 49m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/30$927
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.
Wed 9/93:10 pm
IAD
-
NBO
1 stop38h 20m
Etihad Airways
Sun 10/187:00 am
NBO
-
IAD
1 stop33h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/3$928
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sun 9/63:10 pm
IAD
-
NBO
1 stop32h 00m
Etihad Airways
Tue 9/221:35 pm
NBO
-
IAD
1 stop27h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/30$931

Find flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 May 4, 2026.

Round-trip from

$908
(oojo)

One-way from

$545
(Mytrip)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,005
From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Nairobi
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Nairobi
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($267 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($30 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 4, 2026.
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Price

Cheapest round-trip

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

DCA - NBO

DCANBO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 5/19

8:40 am-8:45 pm

2 stops29h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 5/27

11:05 pm-6:59 pm

2 stops26h 54m

$997

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

DCA - NBO

DCANBO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 9/14

1:30 pm-8:45 pm

2 stops24h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 10/13

11:05 pm-5:30 pm

2 stops25h 25m

$1,016

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

DCA - NBO

DCANBO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/15

10:35 am-8:45 pm

2 stops27h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 9/29

11:05 pm-6:11 pm

2 stops26h 06m

$1,017

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

IAD - NBO

IADNBO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/15

5:30 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 5/23

10:20 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop23h 00m

$1,140

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

IAD - NBO

IADNBO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 6/15

3:10 pm-12:35 am

1 stop26h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 6/30

7:00 am-9:45 am

1 stop33h 45m

$1,154

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

DCA - NBO

DCANBO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 9/2

8:30 am-8:40 pm

2 stops29h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 9/14

10:20 pm-4:57 pm

2 stops25h 37m

$1,227

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

IAD - NBO

IADNBO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 5/24

5:40 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop20h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 6/4

10:20 pm-4:32 pm

2 stops25h 12m

$1,253

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

IAD - NBO

IADNBO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 7/16

3:10 pm-6:10 am

1 stop32h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 8/31

1:35 pm-5:04 pm

2 stops34h 29m

$1,291

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

DCA - NBO

DCANBO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 6/1

10:00 am-8:40 pm

2 stops27h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 6/8

10:20 pm-4:57 pm

2 stops25h 37m

$1,306

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

DCA - NBO

DCANBO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 8/24

2:00 pm-8:45 pm

2 stops23h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 9/8

11:05 pm-5:23 pm

2 stops25h 18m

$1,318

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi?

The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 80 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi (average of $382). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,325). 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 Washington, D.C. 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 May 4, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,Qatar Airways, andUnited Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi. 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.

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Joel,May 2026

ATL - JAX

The flight was delivered 50 minutes and taxing took what felt like 20 minutes to takeoff.

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Joel,May 2026

ATL - JAX

The flight was delivered 50 minutes and taxing took what felt like 20 minutes to takeoff.

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Joel,May 2026

ATL - JAX

The flight was delivered 50 minutes and taxing took what felt like 20 minutes to takeoff.

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Joel,May 2026

ATL - JAX

The flight was delivered 50 minutes and taxing took what felt like 20 minutes to takeoff.

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Joel,May 2026

ATL - JAX

The flight was delivered 50 minutes and taxing took what felt like 20 minutes to takeoff.

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Joel,May 2026

ATL - JAX

The flight was delivered 50 minutes and taxing took what felt like 20 minutes to takeoff.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi?

    A quick flight from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi can take about 20h 10m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,140. Washington, D.C. and Nairobi are separated by a distance of 7567 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi round-trip from $682. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Etihad Airways, from $722, and Air France, from $750. SAUDIA is 37% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $373 on Alaska Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from $379 and Turkish Airlines from $386 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi?

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi?

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Brussels?

    If you're on a layover in Brussels and looking for things to do, consider visiting Grand Place, Place Rogier, or Rond-point Schuman. Grand Place, Place Rogier, and Rond-point Schuman are located about 6.9 mi, 6.3 mi, and 6.0 mi, respectively from Brussels Bruxelles-National. Travelers in need of a car in Brussels can rent one for about $39 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Washington, D.C. to Nairobi flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Nairobi?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi (average of $382). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,325). 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 Washington, D.C. to Nairobi

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SAUDIACheapest$682Average$948FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$722Average$895FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$750Average$1,069FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$756Average$906FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$770Average$1,067FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$814Average$1,139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
DeltaCheapest$834Average$1,287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$847Average$1,252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$899Average$1,227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$903Average$1,076FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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