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$521+ Cheap flights from Dulles Intl (IAD) 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 8/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — NBO
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Dulles Intl to Nairobi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dulles Intl (IAD) 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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$938
(Ovago)

One-way from

$521
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,393
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Cheapest flights from Dulles Intl to Nairobi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dulles Intl to Nairobi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1811:00 amIAD - NBO
1 stop29h 50mQatar Airways
Sat 9/66:00 pmNBO - IAD
1 stop28h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/29$938
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/113:25 pmIAD - NBO
2 stops21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/1810:45 pmNBO - IAD
2 stops29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$940
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/56:00 amIAD - NBO
2 stops30h 55mDelta
Mon 11/2411:59 pmNBO - IAD
2 stops31h 33mDelta
Deal found 7/29$942
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/221:30 pmIAD - NBO
1 stop29h 20mTurkish Airlines
Fri 9/53:35 amNBO - IAD
1 stop39h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/29$943
This RwandAir deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 RwandAir is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/1511:00 amIAD - NBO
2 stops26h 10mRwandAir
Tue 11/41:00 pmNBO - IAD
2 stops27h 20mRwandAir
Deal found 7/28$944
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/299:10 pmIAD - NBO
1 stop31h 35mEtihad Airways
Sun 1/187:15 amNBO - IAD
1 stop40h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/29$947
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/175:37 pmIAD - NBO
2 stops44h 18mAir Canada
Mon 11/311:40 pmNBO - IAD
2 stops43h 43mAir Canada
Deal found 7/28$948
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/1510:55 amIAD - NBO
1 stop19h 15mEthiopian Air
Sun 3/13:45 amNBO - IAD
2 stops36h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/28$949
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/1510:08 pmIAD - NBO
3 stops41h 22mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/211:40 pmNBO - IAD
2 stops25h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/28$950
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Thu 9/46:50 pmIAD - NBO
1 stop23h 00mSAUDIA
Mon 9/157:20 amNBO - IAD
1 stop39h 25mSAUDIA
Deal found 7/29$952
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/158:45 pmIAD - NBO
3 stops42h 45mSWISS
Mon 3/211:40 pmNBO - IAD
2 stops25h 00mSWISS
Deal found 7/28$954
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/2610:20 pmIAD - NBO
3 stops41h 10mLufthansa
Mon 10/2010:45 pmNBO - IAD
1 stop22h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 7/28$961

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Dulles Intl 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 July 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nairobi that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.Nairobi

IAD - NBO

IADNBO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/18

11:00 am-11:50 pm

1 stop29h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 9/6

6:00 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop28h 40m

$938

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

IAD - NBO

IADNBO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 9/11

3:25 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops21h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 9/18

10:45 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops29h 20m

$940

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

IAD - NBO

IADNBO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 8/5

6:00 am-7:55 pm

2 stops30h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 11/24

11:59 pm-11:32 pm

2 stops31h 33m

$942

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

IAD - NBO

IADNBO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 8/22

1:30 pm-1:50 am

1 stop29h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 9/5

3:35 am-11:45 am

1 stop39h 10m

$943

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

IAD - NBO

IADNBO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 10/15

11:00 am-8:10 pm

2 stops26h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 11/4

1:00 pm-8:20 am

2 stops27h 20m

$944

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

IAD - NBO

IADNBO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 10/17

5:37 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops44h 18m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 11/3

11:40 pm-11:23 am

2 stops43h 43m

$948

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

IAD - NBO

IADNBO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/15

10:55 am-1:10 pm

1 stop19h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 3/1

3:45 am-8:00 am

2 stops36h 15m

$949

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

IAD - NBO

IADNBO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/15

10:08 pm-10:30 pm

3 stops41h 22m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 3/2

11:40 pm-5:13 pm

2 stops25h 33m

$950

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

IAD - NBO

IADNBO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 9/4

6:50 pm-12:50 am

1 stop23h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 9/15

7:20 am-3:45 pm

1 stop39h 25m

$952

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

IAD - NBO

IADNBO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/15

8:45 pm-10:30 pm

3 stops42h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 3/2

11:40 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops25h 00m

$954

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Dulles Intl to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nairobi may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 42 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. Dulles Intl Airport to Nairobi?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nairobi (average of $1,009). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,485). 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 IAD to NBO?

Find hourly flight availability from Dulles Intl 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 July 29, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 19% on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nairobi by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nairobi?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Dulles Intl to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nairobi flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 July 29, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Alaska Airlines, and SWISS from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nairobi have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,683 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
626 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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

    Flying on Qatar Airways is currently your cheapest option to Nairobi, with prices starting at $938. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and Turkish Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $942 and $943, respectively. Qatar Airways is currently priced 11% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Turkish Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $521. Etihad Airways flights start at $567 while deals on Qatar Airways start at $639 one-way.

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

    Most of the time, Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nairobi flights that have layovers will stop in Doha. Brussels sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nairobi. Istanbul sees the third most layovers on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nairobi.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Doha?

    If you're on a layover in Doha and looking for things to do, consider visiting Museum of Islamic Art, Katara Cultural Village, or Aspire Tower. Those on a layover in Doha interested in visiting Museum of Islamic Art, Katara Cultural Village, or Aspire Tower can do so by traveling 5.2 mi, 8.7 mi, and 10.6 mi, respectively from Doha Hamad Intl. Those looking to explore during their layover in Doha can rent a car from Doha Hamad Intl for about $19 per day.

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

    Grand Place, Place Rogier, and Brussels Stock Exchange are currently the most popular points of interest in Brussels at the moment. Those on a layover in Brussels interested in visiting Grand Place, Place Rogier, or Brussels Stock Exchange can do so by traveling 6.9 mi, 6.3 mi, and 6.9 mi, respectively from Brussels Bruxelles-National. Travelers can book a car rental at Brussels Bruxelles-National for about $47 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Istanbul?

    Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii, and Beyazit Meydani are the most popular attractions in Istanbul if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Those on a layover in Istanbul interested in visiting Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii, or Beyazit Meydani can do so by traveling 20.8 mi, 22.3 mi, and 21.7 mi, respectively from Istanbul. Those looking to explore during their layover in Istanbul can rent a car from Istanbul for about $52 per day.

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

    Flights departing from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and landing in Nairobi layover in Addis Ababa least frequently. Paris is the second least popular location for layovers on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nairobi.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Dulles Intl to Nairobi?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dulles Intl 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. Dulles Intl Airport to Nairobi?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nairobi (average of $1,009). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,485). 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 Dulles Intl to Nairobi

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Dulles Intl 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest$382Average$1,146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
SAUDIACheapest$629Average$875FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$767Average$944FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$819Average$1,096FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$832Average$1,008FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$856Average$1,147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
RwandAirCheapest$875Average$1,287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$896Average$1,226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air FranceCheapest$897Average$955FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$897Average$1,188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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