Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Flights from Des Moines to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO).

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 32% on flights from Des Moines to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $1,070 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,569, a difference of $499. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport is 8 hours ahead of Des Moines (Eastern Africa Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (NBO)?

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (NBO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $71 for economy cars. Top options include: • Autounion Car Rental • GREEN MOTION • Hertz • Right Cars • Europcar

How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flight?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport range from $1,120 to $1,367, with an average of $1,149 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,120 counts as a good deal.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Des Moines to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

United Airlines ($1,211) and Delta ($1,220) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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$1,211

Typical prices: $1,120-$1,367

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DSM - NBO • 2 stops

Cheapest one-way

$1,831

Typical prices: $875-$942

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Tue 12/18

DSM - NBO • 3 stops

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Thu, Feb 4 - Mon, Feb 8

9:25 am - 9:50 pmDSM Des Moines-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

27h 25m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main

11:40 pm - 9:23 pmNBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-DSM Des Moines

30h 43m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,211United Airlines

Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Dec 16

2:48 pm - 10:00 pmDSM Des Moines-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

22h 12m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Amsterdam Schiphol

11:55 pm - 8:39 pmNBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-DSM Des Moines

29h 44m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,220Delta

Thu, Feb 4 - Mon, Feb 8

9:25 am - 9:50 pmDSM Des Moines-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

27h 25m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main

11:40 pm - 9:23 pmNBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-DSM Des Moines

30h 43m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,241United Airlines

Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Dec 16

8:00 am - 10:10 pmDSM Des Moines-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

29h 10m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Frankfurt am Main

11:55 pm - 7:55 amNBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-DSM Des Moines

41h 00m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,253Multiple Airlines

Sat, Dec 12 - Sat, Dec 19

1:15 pm - 10:45 pmDSM Des Moines-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

24h 30m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National Kigali Intl

11:55 pm - 10:29 pmNBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-DSM Des Moines

31h 34m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,755Lufthansa

Sat, Dec 12 - Sat, Dec 19

9:30 am - 10:45 pmDSM Des Moines-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

28h 15m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National Kigali Intl

11:55 pm - 9:23 pmNBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-DSM Des Moines

30h 28m3 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,792Lufthansa

Thu, Nov 12 - Wed, Jan 6

6:45 pm - 10:45 pmDSM Des Moines-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

43h 00m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National Arusha Kilimanjaro

11:55 pm - 5:35 pmNBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-DSM Des Moines

26h 40m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,823Multiple Airlines

Sun, Dec 13 - Sun, Dec 20

11:01 am - 10:00 pmDSM Des Moines-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

25h 59m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Amsterdam Schiphol

11:59 pm - 7:59 pmNBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-DSM Des Moines

29h 00m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Minneapolis St Paul

$1,891Delta

Thu, Nov 12 - Wed, Jan 6

6:45 pm - 10:45 pmDSM Des Moines-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

43h 00m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National Arusha Kilimanjaro

11:55 pm - 12:40 pmNBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-DSM Des Moines

45h 45m3 stops Frankfurt am Main Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl

$2,110United Airlines

Thu, Jan 28 - Sun, Feb 28

3:31 pm - 1:45 pmDSM Des Moines-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

37h 14m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Doha Hamad Intl

1:35 am - 12:43 amNBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-DSM Des Moines

32h 08m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$6,206Qatar Airways

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How much is a round-trip flight from Des Moines 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 Des Moines to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport departing in february.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. It’s 7% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 36% higher.

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Low season	March
High season	January
Cheapest flight	$1,211

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?
Three cabin classes are available on flights from Des Moines to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flight?
Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport range from $1,120 to $1,367, with an average of $1,149 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,120 counts as a good deal.
How are flight prices from Des Moines to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport looking right now?
One-way fares from Des Moines to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,833, which is 102% above the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (NBO)?
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (NBO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $71 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Autounion Car Rental
• GREEN MOTION
• Hertz
• Right Cars
• Europcar
Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?
Flights from Des Moines to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 32% on flights from Des Moines to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $1,070 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,569, a difference of $499.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
What is the time difference between Des Moines and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport is 8 hours ahead of Des Moines (Eastern Africa Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average $1,070, about $499 less than Friday fares (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport trip for March. Fares historically average $935 round-trip in that month - typically $663 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport.

• Four Points by Sheraton Nairobi Airport
• Crowne Plaza Nairobi Airport By IHG
• Winstonia Hotel

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