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$438+ Cheap flights from Dulles Intl (IAD) to Nairobi

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IAD — NBO
Jan 27 — Feb 31
Tue 1/27
Tue 2/3
1 adult, Economy
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This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Fri 12/266:00 pmIAD - NBO
1 stop20h 00mLufthansa
Mon 1/1911:40 pmNBO - IAD
2 stops23h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 12/25$1,005
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Sat 12/2710:55 pmIAD - NBO
2 stops38h 20mLufthansa
Mon 1/1911:40 pmNBO - IAD
2 stops23h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 12/25$1,039
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Thu 12/2510:55 pmIAD - NBO
2 stops39h 05mLufthansa
Mon 1/1911:40 pmNBO - IAD
2 stops23h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 12/25$1,049
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Mon 12/294:55 pmIAD - NBO
1 stop34h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/3111:35 pmNBO - IAD
1 stop24h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/25$1,090
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/286:05 pmIAD - NBO
1 stop19h 55mDelta
Sun 1/1811:59 pmNBO - IAD
1 stop24h 06mDelta
Deal found 12/27$1,094
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/288:30 pmIAD - NBO
3 stops66h 15mSWISS
Sun 1/1811:55 pmNBO - IAD
2 stops48h 45mSWISS
Deal found 12/27$1,108
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Fri 12/266:00 pmIAD - NBO
1 stop20h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/1811:55 pmNBO - IAD
2 stops48h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/25$1,125
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/305:45 pmIAD - NBO
2 stops21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/1111:55 pmNBO - IAD
2 stops48h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/27$1,127
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3010:00 amIAD - NBO
1 stop19h 10mEthiopian Air
Sun 1/45:30 pmNBO - IAD
2 stops22h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/27$1,139

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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 December 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$884
(Kenya Airways)

One-way from

$438
(SmartFares)

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October

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$1,421
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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 5/11

6:15 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops20h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 5/25

11:35 pm-7:16 pm

1 stop26h 41m

$896

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

IAD - NBO

IADNBO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 2/19

5:40 pm-9:40 pm

2 stops20h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 4/26

10:50 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop28h 05m

$909

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

IAD - NBO

IADNBO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 4/9

10:06 am-9:55 pm

2 stops28h 49m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 4/24

11:15 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop23h 50m

$912

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

IAD - NBO

IADNBO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 1/13

6:50 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop18h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 1/28

11:20 pm-8:45 pm

2 stops29h 25m

$919

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

IAD - NBO

IADNBO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 2/22

9:15 pm-3:05 am

1 stop21h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 2/24

4:50 am-7:20 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$923

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

IAD - NBO

IADNBO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 3/5

12:24 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops25h 36m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 3/18

11:59 pm-7:19 pm

2 stops26h 20m

$923

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

IAD - NBO

IADNBO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/24

8:20 am-10:45 pm

3 stops30h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 4/18

10:20 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop22h 10m

$924

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

IAD - NBO

IADNBO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/26

3:30 pm-10:25 pm

3 stops23h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 6/5

10:20 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop22h 10m

$924

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

IAD - NBO

IADNBO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 1/18

1:05 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops24h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 2/2

11:40 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops24h 45m

$926

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

IAD - NBO

IADNBO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 5/14

5:40 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop21h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 5/25

10:25 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops24h 10m

$928

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Best time to book a flight from Dulles Intl to Nairobi

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Nairobi from Dulles Intl with our price prediction graph.
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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 December 26, 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 45 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nairobi (average of $682). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $975). 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.

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 December 28, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Qatar Airways, United Airlines, and JetBlue 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.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,698 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,698 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,698 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,114 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,698 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,901 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,698 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
919 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,698 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,617 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,698 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable

Related info for your journey

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

    Airlines like Delta, Lufthansa, and Turkish Airlines fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nairobi in about 20h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 50m. There are 7567 mi between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Nairobi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Flying on SWISS is currently your cheapest option to Nairobi, with prices starting at $382. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by SAUDIA and Etihad Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $682 and $752, respectively. SWISS is currently priced 63% 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 Alaska Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $373. Etihad Airways flights start at $379 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at $386 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. Paris sees the third most layovers on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nairobi.

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

    Grand Place, Rond-point Schuman, and Place Rogier are currently the most popular points of interest in Brussels at the moment. Those on a layover in Brussels interested in visiting Grand Place, Rond-point Schuman, or Place Rogier can do so by traveling 6.9 mi, 6.0 mi, and 6.3 mi, respectively from Brussels Bruxelles-National. Travelers can book a car rental at Brussels Bruxelles-National for about $36 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

    Eiffel Tower, Champs-Elysées, and Louvre Museum are the most popular attractions in Paris if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Those on a layover in Paris interested in visiting Eiffel Tower, Champs-Elysées, or Louvre Museum can do so by traveling 15.8 mi, 14.7 mi, and 14.3 mi, respectively from Paris Charles de Gaulle. Those looking to explore during their layover in Paris can rent a car from Paris Charles de Gaulle for about $42 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. Istanbul 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nairobi (average of $682). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $975). 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 December 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest$382Average$1,282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
SAUDIACheapest$682Average$888FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$753Average$880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$770Average$987FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$815Average$910FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$839Average$1,121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$855Average$1,216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
DeltaCheapest$893Average$1,067FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$895Average$1,073FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air FranceCheapest$897Average$1,035FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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