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$452+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Nairobi

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WAS — NBO
Jul 31 — Aug 71
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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 July 1, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Wed 10/71:55 pm
BWI
-
NBO
2 stops25h 00m
Delta
Tue 10/1311:05 pm
NBO
-
BWI
2 stops25h 45m
Delta
Deal found 6/29$989
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/151:55 pm
BWI
-
NBO
2 stops23h 50m
Delta
Tue 9/2911:05 pm
NBO
-
BWI
2 stops25h 22m
Delta
Deal found 6/30$990
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/76:10 am
BWI
-
NBO
2 stops38h 50m
Delta
Sun 12/1311:59 pm
NBO
-
BWI
2 stops30h 16m
Delta
Deal found 6/30$999
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/76:10 am
BWI
-
NBO
2 stops38h 50m
Delta
Tue 12/1511:40 pm
NBO
-
BWI
2 stops31h 15m
Delta
Deal found 6/30$1,000
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/146:17 am
BWI
-
NBO
2 stops31h 28m
Delta
Mon 9/289:05 am
NBO
-
BWI
2 stops39h 22m
Delta
Deal found 6/28$1,001
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/173:10 pm
IAD
-
NBO
1 stop32h 00m
Etihad Airways
Fri 8/281:35 pm
NBO
-
IAD
1 stop27h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/28$1,012
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 8/286:10 am
DCA
-
NBO
1 stop21h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/1111:35 pm
NBO
-
DCA
1 stop30h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/26$1,012
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/283:10 pm
IAD
-
NBO
1 stop19h 55m
Etihad Airways
Tue 9/87:00 pm
NBO
-
IAD
1 stop21h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/28$1,013
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/155:40 pm
IAD
-
NBO
1 stop21h 15m
Delta
Mon 10/2611:55 pm
NBO
-
IAD
2 stops30h 16m
Delta
Deal found 6/28$1,014
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 8/111:25 pm
DCA
-
NBO
2 stops33h 45m
Etihad Airways
Thu 9/107:05 am
NBO
-
DCA
2 stops43h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/26$1,014
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/276:15 pm
IAD
-
NBO
2 stops20h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/711:05 pm
NBO
-
IAD
2 stops23h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/26$1,015
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/76:05 am
DCA
-
NBO
1 stop21h 10m
Kenya Airways
Sat 12/1211:35 pm
NBO
-
DCA
1 stop18h 49m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/28$1,015

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 July 1, 2026.

Round-trip from

$989
(Delta)

One-way from

$452
(oojo)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,440
From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Nairobi
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Nairobi
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($277 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($31 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2026

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Cheapest round-trip

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

IAD - NBO

IADNBO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 11/17

2:35 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop38h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 11/28

1:40 pm-9:05 am

1 stop27h 25m

$1,027

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

IAD - NBO

IADNBO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 8/27

5:40 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop21h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 9/6

11:05 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops28h 50m

$1,071

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

IAD - NBO

IADNBO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 12/1

3:30 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops21h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 1/31

11:55 pm-7:09 pm

2 stops27h 14m

$1,074

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

IAD - NBO

IADNBO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 10/15

10:30 am-8:40 pm

2 stops27h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 10/26

11:40 pm-9:04 pm

2 stops28h 24m

$1,074

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

IAD - NBO

IADNBO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 12/8

1:05 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops24h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 2/21

11:55 pm-5:13 pm

2 stops25h 18m

$1,074

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

IAD - NBO

IADNBO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 12/14

7:59 pm-6:10 am

2 stops26h 11m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 1/25

11:40 pm-9:12 pm

2 stops29h 32m

$1,089

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

IAD - NBO

IADNBO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 11/20

8:37 am-9:45 pm

2 stops29h 08m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 12/3

11:50 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop22h 45m

$1,100

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

IAD - NBO

IADNBO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 12/10

7:59 pm-11:15 am

1 stop31h 16m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 12/21

11:40 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop24h 50m

$1,114

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

IAD - NBO

IADNBO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/15

5:40 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop21h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 9/29

11:05 pm-5:46 pm

2 stops25h 41m

$1,143

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

DCA - NBO

DCANBO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 8/19

3:15 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops23h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 8/28

11:05 pm-7:58 pm

2 stops27h 53m

$1,147

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi (average of $397). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,055). 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?

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 25 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 1, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,United Airlines, andQatar Airways 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.

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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 Washington, D.C. to Nairobi?

    A quick flight from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi can take about 21h 15m. Etihad Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,071. 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 $746, and Turkish Airlines, from $753. SAUDIA is 38% 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 $386 on Turkish Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from $392 and Egyptair from $424 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 Place Sainte-Catherine. Grand Place, Place Rogier, and Place Sainte-Catherine are located about 6.9 mi, 6.3 mi, and 6.9 mi, respectively from Brussels Bruxelles-National. Travelers in need of a car in Brussels can rent one for about $43 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi (average of $397). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,055). 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 July 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SAUDIACheapest$682Average$921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$746Average$1,052FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$753Average$888FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$770Average$1,045FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$812Average$1,000FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
DeltaCheapest$833Average$1,352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$847Average$1,244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$899Average$1,190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$903Average$1,120FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air FranceCheapest$909Average$1,099FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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