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Cheapest round-trip
$907
Typical prices: $898-$1,349
Air Canada
Thu 2/15Thu 4/5
NBO - IAD • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$476
Typical prices: $577-$931
SAUDIA
Fri 10/26
NBO - IAD • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport and Washington, D.C.. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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NBO - IAD
Cheapest • 14% average savings
NBO - DCA
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8 weeks
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November
Cheapest • 21% price drop
April
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Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED)
Cheapest • Avg $753 (round-trip)
Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU)
Shortest trip • 21h 15m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Nairobi to Washington, D.C. (NBO-WAS)

 

Cheap flights from Nairobi to Washington, D.C. with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Mon, Feb 15 - Mon, Apr 5
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11:55 pm - 8:23 pmNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
28h 28m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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4:30 pm - 5:25 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
29h 55m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Dubai Intl
$907Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 15 - Mon, Apr 5
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11:55 pm - 8:23 pmNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
28h 28m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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4:30 pm - 5:25 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
29h 55m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Dubai Intl
$909Multiple Airlines
Wed, Feb 10 - Thu, Apr 8
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2:45 am - 1:50 pmNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
19h 05m1 stop Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
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6:50 pm - 12:35 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
22h 45m1 stop Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
$927SAUDIA
Wed, Feb 10 - Tue, Apr 6
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2:45 am - 1:50 pmNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
19h 05m1 stop Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
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6:50 pm - 12:35 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
22h 45m1 stop Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
$927SAUDIA
Mon, Oct 19 - Tue, Nov 3
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5:30 pm - 8:55 amNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
22h 25m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
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10:00 am - 1:10 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
19h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$942Ethiopian Air
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 30
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5:25 pm - 8:00 amNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
22h 35m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
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10:00 am - 1:10 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
19h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$942Ethiopian Air
Wed, Feb 10 - Fri, Apr 9
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11:55 pm - 2:30 pmNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
22h 35m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National
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5:30 pm - 8:20 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
19h 50m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National
$980Lufthansa
Wed, Feb 10 - Tue, Apr 6
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11:55 pm - 2:35 pmNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
22h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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5:30 pm - 8:20 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
19h 50m1 stop Brussels Bruxelles-National
$997Lufthansa
Mon, Oct 19 - Tue, Nov 3
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7:00 pm - 9:45 amNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
21h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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2:25 pm - 6:20 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
31h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,013Etihad Airways
Sun, Nov 22 - Sun, Nov 29
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7:15 am - 9:00 amNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
33h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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2:25 pm - 6:20 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
19h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,030Etihad Airways

Price, demand and travel trends for Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What is the cheapest Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. flight route?

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (NBO) to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) is the cheapest Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. route, averaging $1,121 round-trip. Other Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. routes average $1,485, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.. It’s 15% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 26% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. at $889 round-trip.
•August ($1,454) and January ($1,273) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 63% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. the cheapest?

Flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. are cheapest 8 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 37% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$476
Beat the crowds with an average 84% drop in travelers.
One-way flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

When to book flights from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Nairobi to Washington, D.C. based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.:

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

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long is a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    A nonstop flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. takes 00m, covering 7,547 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    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 Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. flight?

    Round-trip flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. range from $898 to $1,349, with an average of $1,125 over the past 12 months. Anything below $898 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 17% above the $1,125 route average. Book 8 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. 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 $907 to $2,784. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. looking right now?

    One-way fares from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $722.

  • What car rental options are available in Washington, D.C.?

    Since Washington, D.C. is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) — daily rates from around $24:

    • Sixt
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo

    Near Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) — daily rates from around $24:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Sixt
    • Thrifty

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. usually depart from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) and may arrive at several airports in Washington, D.C. area, including Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. pass through?

    One-stop flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED) - 13% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 33% on flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $958 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,424, a difference of $466.

    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 much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Flying via Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 21h 15m, compared with 21h 23m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 21h 37m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • What is the time difference between Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport and Washington, D.C.?

    Washington, D.C. is 7 hours behind Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (Eastern Time vs Eastern Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Washington, D.C.?

    Some of the most popular sights in Washington, D.C. are Walter E. Washington Convention Center, National Mall and Capital One Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Washington, D.C. on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $958, about $466 less than Sunday fares (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 8 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 37% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. trip for November. Fares historically average $889 round-trip in that month - typically $565 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport.

    • Hyatt House Washington DC The Wharf
    • Intercontinental Hotels Washington D.C. - The Wharf By IHG
    • Pendry Washington DC - The Wharf

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