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Cheapest round-trip
$1,140
Typical prices: $1,147-$1,626
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Wed 9/12Thu 9/27
MSP - NBO • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$508
Typical prices: $688-$1,008
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Sun 9/30
MSP - NBO • 2 stops
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There are currently no direct flights between Minneapolis and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 12% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg $1,347 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 20h 25m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Minneapolis to Nairobi (MSP-NBO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Minneapolis to Nairobi

Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 26
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9:16 am - 6:10 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
36h 54m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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7:00 pm - 12:22 amNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
37h 22m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,140Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 19 - Wed, Oct 14
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2:26 pm - 6:10 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
31h 44m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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1:35 pm - 12:13 amNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
42h 38m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,140Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Thu, Oct 22
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3:55 pm - 8:35 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
20h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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10:20 pm - 3:53 pmNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
25h 33m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,160Brussels Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Wed, Apr 28
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6:35 pm - 9:15 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
41h 40m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National
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10:20 pm - 9:16 pmNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
30h 56m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Toronto Pearson Intl
$1,168Lufthansa
Tue, Sep 15 - Wed, Oct 7
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2:26 pm - 6:05 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
43h 39m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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1:35 pm - 12:13 amNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
42h 38m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,170Etihad Airways
Tue, Sep 15 - Wed, Oct 14
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2:26 pm - 6:05 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
43h 39m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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1:35 pm - 2:52 pmNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
33h 17m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,170Etihad Airways
Tue, Oct 13 - Wed, Oct 21
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3:55 pm - 8:40 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
44h 45m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National
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11:40 pm - 9:13 pmNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
29h 33m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$1,174Lufthansa
Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 25
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7:10 pm - 10:00 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
17h 50m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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11:59 pm - 3:00 pmNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
24h 01m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$1,187Delta
Thu, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 28
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7:10 pm - 10:00 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
17h 50m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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11:59 pm - 3:00 pmNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
24h 01m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
$1,187Delta
Sat, Oct 24 - Mon, Dec 14
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3:19 pm - 10:45 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
23h 26m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National Kigali Intl
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11:40 pm - 5:43 pmNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
27h 03m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,195Brussels Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Minneapolis to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Minneapolis to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Minneapolis to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, it is 6% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 13% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport at $1,085 round-trip.
  • July ($1,606) and June ($1,575) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 48% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Minneapolis to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Minneapolis to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 12% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Minneapolis to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$508
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 5% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 14% increase in price.
Flight from Minneapolis to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport

When to book flights from Minneapolis to Nairobi

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Your Minneapolis to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which is the best means of transport to the city center from NBO airport?

    Taking a cab to go from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport into the heart of Nairobi is almost certainly going to be the most time- and cost-efficient mode of transportation available to you.

  • Are there rental car companies at NBO airport?

    If you are planning to hire a vehicle at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you have a total of thirteen different car rental businesses from which to pick. Hertz (Jkia Parking), Ace (Embakasi), and GREEN MOTION are the ones that are used the most often (Nairobi Airport).

  • Are there hotels near MSP airport?

    The well-liked Hyatt Place Minneapolis Airport-South is a three-star hotel that offers complimentary breakfast as well as free transportation to and from the airport. It is about 1.7 mil away from the Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP).

  • How early should I get to MSP?

    Arrive at Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) 2h before domestic flights and 3h before international flights. This provides sufficient time for you to check your luggage, go through security screening, and get to your gate.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Minneapolis to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    Flights from Minneapolis to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport usually depart from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and arrive at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Minneapolis to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Minneapolis to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Minneapolis to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Minneapolis to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 57% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) - 5% of one-stop connections

    Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 17% on the Minneapolis to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,305 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,560, a difference of $255. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How expensive are last-minute Minneapolis to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 4% above the route average of $1,377. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Minneapolis to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Minneapolis to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 8,163 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Minneapolis 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.

  • Have flight prices from Minneapolis to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,140 to $6,125. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Minneapolis to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Minneapolis to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $714, which is 16% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Minneapolis to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 20h 25m, compared with 20h 57m via New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and 21h 33m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

  • What is the time difference between Minneapolis and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport is 8 hours ahead of Minneapolis (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 starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Autounion Car Rental
    · Hertz
    · Right Cars
    · GREEN MOTION
    · Europcar

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

    Round-trip flights from Minneapolis to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport range from $1,147 to $1,626, with an average of $1,377 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,147 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Minneapolis to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $1,305 - about $255 less than Saturday (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 12% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Minneapolis to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $1,085 round-trip in that month - typically $521 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.
    - Crowne Plaza Nairobi Airport By IHG
    - Four Points by Sheraton Nairobi Airport
    - Winstonia Hotel
  • Visit one of the Escape Lounges at Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) if you feel the urge to unwind after checking in at the airport. Gorge yourself on the delectable cuisine and beverages. We offer a dining area as well as a bar, and our team is eager to welcome you to the pleasure of relaxing while traveling. If you are seeking any of these things, you have come to the right place.
  • Traveling moms who need a quiet place to nurse or express milk may use the airport's dedicated breastfeeding and pumping area at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. There are additional breastfeeding facilities in Terminal 2 between Gates 10 and 11 and another lactating room in Terminal 1's Lindbergh on Concourse C. Mothers who need to express milk while traveling can visit the Travelers Assistance station near Gate C12.
  • MSP has designated spaces for pets and assistance animals to relieve themselves at both terminals. It is important to note that there are several Terminal 1 sites. On the Baggage Claim Level, before security, there are designated pet rest spaces just outside of Doors 1 and 4. A brand-new doggy restroom can be found just outside the Silver Parking Garage.
  • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) features two shiny new terminals. There are five separate terminals inside Terminal 1: 1A, 1B, 1C, and 1E all service international flights, while Terminal 1D only serves domestic flights. In the nearby Terminal 2, budget airlines have to make do with less luxurious accommodations. There are several restaurants and stores available, although the selection is small for such a large airport. If you want to spend the night in this area, you should prepare accordingly, since most businesses shut by early evening. In order to pass the time, you may use the complimentary Wi-Fi.
  • Both NBO and MSP provide services to help travelers who may need assistance traversing the airport or using any of its many amenities. These passengers may include those who have mobility issues. You are welcome to get in touch with them at any point before, during, or after your trip if you have any queries about the wheelchair rental alternatives or airport transportation choices they provide. You need to give the airline a heads up in advance if you want to make use of these services.

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