CMH - NBO

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Cheapest round-trip
$1,057
Typical prices: $1,089-$1,341
Etihad Airways
Wed 8/12Tue 9/1
CMH - NBO • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$627
Typical prices: $877-$1,133
Qatar Airways
Mon 7/13
CMH - NBO • 2 stops
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Cheap Flights from Columbus to Nairobi (CMH-NBO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Columbus to Nairobi that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbus to Nairobi

Wed, Aug 12 - Tue, Sep 1
Etihad Airways Logo
10:18 am - 6:05 pm
CMH
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NBO
24h 47m
2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
1:35 pm - 6:34 pm
NBO
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CMH
35h 59m
2 stops
$1,057Etihad Airways
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3
Kenya Airways Logo
7:00 am - 10:15 am
CMH
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NBO
20h 15m
1 stop
Kenya Airways Logo
11:35 pm - 1:41 pm
NBO
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CMH
22h 06m
1 stop
$1,080Kenya Airways
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
Kenya Airways Logo
7:00 am - 11:15 am
CMH
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NBO
20h 15m
1 stop
Kenya Airways Logo
11:35 pm - 11:41 am
NBO
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CMH
20h 06m
1 stop
$1,083Kenya Airways
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Dec 6
Kenya Airways Logo
7:00 am - 11:15 am
CMH
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NBO
20h 15m
1 stop
Kenya Airways Logo
11:35 pm - 11:41 am
NBO
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CMH
20h 06m
1 stop
$1,084Kenya Airways
Thu, Aug 20 - Tue, Oct 27
Etihad Airways Logo
10:18 am - 6:05 pm
CMH
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NBO
48h 47m
2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
1:45 am - 10:47 pm
NBO
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CMH
28h 02m
2 stops
$1,088Etihad Airways
Mon, Jul 20 - Mon, Oct 19
Etihad Airways Logo
5:30 am - 6:10 am
CMH
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NBO
41h 40m
2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
7:00 pm - 3:37 pm
NBO
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CMH
27h 37m
2 stops
$1,094Etihad Airways
Sun, Nov 29 - Wed, Feb 24
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:23 am - 12:50 am
CMH
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NBO
34h 27m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 6:07 pm
NBO
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CMH
42h 52m
2 stops
$1,097Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jul 12 - Sun, Sep 13
Etihad Airways Logo
8:29 am - 6:05 pm
CMH
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NBO
26h 36m
2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
7:00 pm - 2:23 pm
NBO
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CMH
26h 23m
2 stops
$1,117Etihad Airways
Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Dec 5
Etihad Airways Logo
11:00 am - 12:50 am
CMH
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NBO
29h 50m
2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
1:45 am - 11:51 pm
NBO
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CMH
30h 06m
2 stops
$1,128Etihad Airways
Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Oct 1
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:25 pm - 10:45 am
CMH
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NBO
33h 20m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:35 pm - 5:45 pm
NBO
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CMH
25h 10m
1 stop
$1,131Multiple Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Columbus to Nairobi flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Columbus to Nairobi to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Columbus Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Columbus Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport departing in August.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Columbus Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport is October, where tickets cost $1,037 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,684 and $1,651 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Columbus Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Columbus Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 12% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonOctober
Cheapest flight$627
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 17% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 35% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Columbus to Nairobi

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Columbus to Nairobi based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Columbus to Nairobi flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Columbus Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Columbus Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport was $627 for a one-way ticket and $1,057 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Columbus and Nairobi?

    A passport is required to fly from Columbus to Nairobi.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Columbus to Nairobi?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Columbus to Nairobi?

    Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Columbus and Nairobi, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Nairobi from Columbus?

    New York is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Columbus to Nairobi.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Columbus to Nairobi, Delta or Qatar Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Columbus to Nairobi are Delta and Qatar Airways. With an average price for the route of $1,481 and an overall rating of 7.8, Delta is the most popular choice. Qatar Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,173 and an overall rating of 7.3.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Columbus to Nairobi?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Columbus to Nairobi.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Columbus to Nairobi?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Nairobi from Columbus is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Columbus to Nairobi?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Nairobi with an airline and back to Columbus with another airline. Booking your flights between Columbus and NBO can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Columbus to Nairobi?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Nairobi from Columbus up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Columbus to Nairobi

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Columbus to Nairobi. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Columbus to Nairobi? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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DeltaOverall score based on 8455 reviews
8.5Crew
8.1Boarding
7.8Comfort
7.2Food
7.8Entertainment
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Didn't like sitting on the waiting pad for 30 minutes right after departing the gate. If you're going to do that, just don't board so people can still get up and walk around in the terminal. My luggage was damaged by the baggage handlers.

4.0 OkayJeffrey, Apr 2026
CMH - DTW
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Didn't like sitting on the waiting pad for 30 minutes right after departing the gate. If you're going to do that, just don't board so people can still get up and walk around in the terminal. My luggage was damaged by the baggage handlers.

Absolutely no communication on why there's a delay and multiple flight time reschedules. I would have canceled the flight and drove back home if I known it was going to be rescheduled 3 or 4 times.

Good flight. Connector flight was delayed so made a short turnaround in Atlanta which was stressful. Otherwise, great crew, Staff in ATL was very informative about the delay and ensured people their connections were fine. Notified the ones that were not. Great communication.

Seat was extremely hard which made even a short 1 hour 20 minute flight fairly uncomfortable.

Only water, tea or coffee served midflight, even to comfort seating. Man next to me needed two seats and took up a portion of my seat and Delta did nothing.

was sitting in the jet bridge for 10 minutes in -20 degree weather waiting for my bag

Outdated equipment in disrepair, wifi inoperable. Broken seats, taped air vents, generally poor condition, the 717 showed its age and lack of upkeep.

I like for how they process during check in. It was very smoothly.

Boarding was somewhat chaotic. Unable to evaluate crew or food/drink because captain kept them seated due to turbulence. Have no idea if entertainment was offered.

I liked the piloting of the aircraft. Very disappointed about lack of electrical ports. Also, although a short flight. there was enough time to hand out snacks to comfort + seats as was done for first class.

Really good food and service. Qatar Airways is again and again provided an exceptional experience.

Extremely uncomfortable seats with very little cushioning, unable to recline enough to sleep comfortably on this 13 hour overnight flight. My body was in pain by the end.

When we checked in at the Siem Reap Airport in Cambodia, we were only given three boarding passes and told that we would have to check in with American when we arrived in Boston. This was a source of stress for us. After we landed in Boston, we had a long passage from Terminal E to Terminal B (American Airline ticketing counter). Because the electronic ticketing kiosks for check-in would not recognize our Confirmation Code, we had to wait for an hour in a long line where only two AA reps were taking care of Special Services passengers. In many years of both business and recreational travel, I have never had this experience. I would expect more from AA being in partnership with other airlines to do a better job with this.

Our experience on the Doha to Hyderabad segment was extremely stressful due to prolonged delays and a lack of clear communication from the airline. We were traveling as a family, including children, and the uncertainty around timing and next steps caused significant distress. There was very little proactive information provided during the delay, and we were not given clear written explanations about what was happening or how long it might take. This made it difficult to manage the situation, especially while caring for children in a transit environment. In addition, one member of our party was ultimately unable to continue travel, which added to the emotional strain and disruption of the trip. Overall, the experience highlighted gaps in communication, customer care, and handling of unexpected situations. We are sharing this feedback so that future passengers, especially families, are supported with clearer communication and better assistance during irregular operations.

The seat cushions are absolutely lacking, not sure if they know the passengers are traveling for 14 hours straight, but the padding made our back and butt ache like crazy. The entertainment console had its own problems, either the headphone jack wasn't working or the power outlet via usb or ac outlet was not working. Not to mention the seat handles were not adjustable in some planes in the middle or on the aisle. Qatar/Indigo may be operating a very old fleet of planes to make as much profit as possible, but passengers may not be following them for long, should this treatment of its customers continue. Qatar/Indigo, wake up and do it right by your customers, or they may not be your customers anymore.

It would help id flight crew were not rude and showed some courtesy. They were shouting at passengers and yelling instructions as if we were school children at lunch cafeteria!!

All good. Over four hours flight if provided snacks like Qatar Airways would be better

Lobster starter in business class was not good, tough, served cold, and without butter. Movie selection was missing latest releases, did not offer older classic, high quality movies

Food was absolutely pathetic. I wasted so much food which I thought was inedible. I also loathe the inflight entertainment system which has very little content

I didn’t expect American Airlines. I excepted QTAR AIR LINES. From KAYAK we are booking so in the kayak site it showed qathar air lines but operating American Airlines. I don’t like .

Flights on time w/o delays. However, my baggage was damaged. Ground crew, throws baggage from plane to the baggage carrier, carelessly.

On time flight, good communication about boarding, lines didn't form unnecessarily for boarding before their group was announced (kept aisles clear), friendly flight attendants and service

They put me on an earlier and I got home sooner

I love American. I’ll never fly anyone else if I can help it.

Any flight to ORD after about 2pm this summer has been challenging. Flight was delayed getting in (coming from ORD) and that led to it not leaving before a ground stop due to lightening before they could fuel the plane, and so forth. They made up some time but we were still late in arriving at ORD, and that led to missed connections.

Couldn’t get the door on the plane to close leading to a nearly 2 hour delay. But, hey at least they didn’t cancel the flight.

The flight was fine and the crew awesome. The problem is ORD and AA. Computers went down, ORD fell apart and a 40 min flight turned into a 3 hour trip. Guess the answer is to not try and fly to ORD after noon. But, as I said, crew was awesome and did everything they could to lesson the flight time.

Boarded over an hour late, no communication, the sign just changed, no attendant to answer questions - she disappeared forever (hiding). Small plane and couldn’t hear the overhead nor understand.

Was supposedly in main extra (row 10), but the seat spacing appeared to be regular economy (the head rest was blue, as well - same as economy, the seats in front of us had red head rests). Otherwise the flight was good and got in well ahead of schedule.

Flight was scheduled to leave at 6:25am. Went to bed at 9pm to get enough sleep. Flight cancelled at 1am that morning. Only flights available either landed at 8:30pm (9 hours later and 3 hours after the event I was trying to attend) or in a completely different state. Way to screw up my weekend, American.

It was okay. Mothers with rowdy children should be invited to sit in front of them.

It started well but flight was cancelled and they created a nightmare rebooking. It is two days later and we still haven’t reached our destination. I am in Amsterdam waiting on transfer desk to open (later than other airlines) to hopefully get a boarding pass. Once that problem is solved we will just pray this flight isn’t cancelled too.

The flight was cancelled, so why are you asking me how the flight was?

Good but I don’t received my bags yet is been 5days still no update

We sat in our seats on the tarmac for almost 3 hours due to storms. They would not give us water or a snack. We were to depart at 7.30 pm and it was about 10.30 when we took off. No dinner until much after that. Beef type noodle dish was terrible with about a teaspoon of beef in it. The breakfast sweet waffle with egg and sausage inside was horrible. An English muffin sandwich would have been much better. Food was the worst in all of our years of traveling the world.

Our screen kept turning off ...3 times...had to get crew attention to turn it on again

It was a short flight, everything was good with it.

Boarding was haphazard after people with small children or walking difficulties

Great crew helped a great deal during flight as was not feeling well.

Hands down the worst travel experience period. Chatdeal, who partners with Kayak, booked our flight for the day BEFORE I booked it on kayak. All of our travel information in Kayak and on the Kayak app showed we'd be leaving on Oct 7th, however Chatdeal made all our travel plans starting on the 6th. I am not flighting with Chatdeal to get a refund as our entire trip which I've been planning for since March of this year has been ruined. This trip was intended for my husband and I to finally meet my in law's in India for this first time and his first time seeing his family since COVID started. DO NOT BOOK ANY FLIGHT WHERE CHATDEAL IS THE AGENT! This company has ruined a year's worth of planning and is trying to say I it's our fault and not theirs.

there really needs to be more room with each seat for such a long flight.

The plane was delayed almost three hours because boarding was unorganized then we were delayed even longer because the plane had an issue. The plane didn't look well maintained, there was also alot of tape on the exterior. I won't fly kenya air ways again after this trip.

There was chaos checking because of a canceled flight the day prior. Also, we had an issue with tickets. The KQ agent went above a d beyond to help us get on board the flight Overall the 13+ hour flight is uncomfortable in coach. I may try to upgrade on return

For a long haul flight, the seats were too narrow. Paid for extra legroom but wish I could have paid for width! I was pressed against another person for the whole donation of the flight.

The kindness and good humor of all the people who this flight possible was a joy.

They fed me at the right time the flight was smooth and the captain explain everything

Food was awful and the seats were bad. No privacy in business class with the seat next to someone. 15 hours without WiFi!!!

The cabin is due for a refresh - the seats are very thin and not very comfortable. The AVOD system also did not work on one of the seats and the touch screen were very glitchy. The overall cleanliness of the aircraft could be improved

Customer service not the greatest my bags were left behind at JFK

My flight was fine. The stewardess were wonderful. My bag is lost. I am in Madagascar. Please help. Can you help with refund I paid $110. I'm waiting for my sports equipment. Thanks

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