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Cheap Flight Deals from Raleigh to Nairobi (RDU-NBO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Raleigh 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.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Raleigh to Nairobi

KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Raleigh to Nairobi.
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6:20 pm - 7:55 pmRDU-NBO
18h 35m1 stop
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10:25 pm - 4:10 pmNBO-RDU
24h 45m1 stop
$911Air France
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Fri, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 14
Air France Logo
6:20 pm - 10:00 pmRDU-NBO
20h 40m2 stops
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10:25 pm - 4:10 pmNBO-RDU
24h 45m1 stop
$931Air France
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Fri, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 14
Delta Logo
6:20 pm - 7:55 pmRDU-NBO
18h 35m1 stop
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10:25 pm - 4:10 pmNBO-RDU
24h 45m1 stop
$941Delta
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Wed, Sep 3 - Sun, Sep 14
Delta Logo
12:50 pm - 7:55 pmRDU-NBO
24h 05m2 stops
Delta Logo
10:25 pm - 4:10 pmNBO-RDU
24h 45m1 stop
$946Delta
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Wed, May 14 - Fri, May 16
Delta Logo
8:30 am - 7:55 pmRDU-NBO
28h 25m2 stops
Delta Logo
10:25 pm - 4:10 pmNBO-RDU
24h 45m1 stop
$948Delta
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Tue, Sep 2 - Sun, Sep 14
Kenya Airways Logo
9:29 am - 5:00 pmRDU-NBO
24h 31m1 stop
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11:35 pm - 12:36 pmNBO-RDU
20h 01m1 stop
$1,079Kenya Airways
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Thu, Sep 4 - Mon, Sep 15
Kenya Airways Logo
7:10 am - 5:00 pmRDU-NBO
26h 50m1 stop
Kenya Airways Logo
11:35 pm - 12:36 pmNBO-RDU
20h 01m1 stop
$1,121Kenya Airways
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Thu, Sep 4 - Thu, Sep 18
American Airlines Logo
6:20 pm - 8:45 pmRDU-NBO
19h 25m1 stop
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1:20 am - 7:17 pmNBO-RDU
24h 57m2 stops
$1,167American Airlines
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Sat, Sep 13 - Fri, Oct 10
Qatar Airways Logo
5:44 am - 11:50 pmRDU-NBO
35h 06m2 stops
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1:20 am - 7:21 pmNBO-RDU
25h 01m2 stops
$1,257Qatar Airways
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Thu, Sep 4 - Thu, Sep 11
Qatar Airways Logo
5:30 am - 11:50 pmRDU-NBO
35h 20m2 stops
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1:20 am - 12:26 pmNBO-RDU
42h 06m2 stops
$1,306Qatar Airways
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Sun, Jul 6 - Sat, Jul 12
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Raleigh to Nairobi flights

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

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh to Nairobi?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Raleigh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Raleigh to Nairobi, look for departures on Mondays and avoid leaving on a Thursday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Nairobi, Monday is the cheapest day to fly and Friday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport is February, where tickets cost $1,037 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,660 and $1,636 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, you should book around 5 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonFebruary
High seasonJuly
Cheapest flight$602
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 19% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 27% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Raleigh to Nairobi

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Nairobi flights

  • What is the carry-on and checked luggage allowance for the economy on cheap flights from Raleigh to Nairobi?

    The carry-on and checked luggage allowance requirements depend on the airline. If you book Qatar Airlines, the maximum dimensions for your carry-on are 22 × 14 × 9 inches. You're also allowed to bring an additional bag weighing no more than 50 lbs. If you book Air France, your carry-on shouldn't exceed 21.6 × 13.7 × 9.8 inches, and another bag weighs 50 lbs. at most. Your luggage must fit beneath your chair or in the upper cabin.

  • What are the most sustainable airlines on Raleigh to Nairobi route?

    You can book Kenya Airways if you need sustainable travel from Raleigh to Nairobi. These airlines implement sustainable ground and flight operations to reduce carbon emissions. The airlines use sustainable aviation fuel, light travel policies, and engage customers in carbon offsetting. Delta is also focused on making the environment greener by using sustainable aviation fuel to achieve net-zero by 2050.

  • How can I travel from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Downtown Nairobi?

    You can take the 34J bus to arrive in the city in about 1h 34min. Another option from the airport to the city is the private transfer, and the trip is about 17 minutes. You can also take a taxi near the airport terminal or drive a car to arrive downtown in approximately 18 minutes.

  • Can I upgrade to first class on cheap flights from Raleigh to Nairobi?

    You can upgrade to first class if your airline has vacant seats. Your airline can email you about available seats and the expected journey when flying first class. While the upgrading fee depends on the class fare and airlines, consider before upgrading to maintain your travel budget. In addition, you need to upgrade at least 24 hours before take-off to avoid last-minute inconveniences.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Raleigh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport was $602 for a one-way ticket and $911 for a round-trip.

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

    Yes

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Raleigh to Nairobi?

    When flying out of Raleigh you will be using Raleigh-Durham. You will be landing at Nairobi, also known as Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl.

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

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Raleigh to Nairobi?

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

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Raleigh to Nairobi are Delta and Qatar Airways. With an average price for the route of $1,487 and an overall rating of 8.0, Delta is the most popular choice. Qatar Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,481 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Nairobi.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Nairobi from Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh with another airline. Booking your flights between Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Raleigh to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport

  • Most airlines on the Raleigh to Nairobi route, including American Airways, Kenya Airways, and Air France, are low-priced airlines, charging competitive rates. After comparing prices, you can choose the airline of your choice and save a few pennies.
  • Several airlines offer special meals on cheap flights from Raleigh to Nairobi. If you need a special diet due to religious, medical, or health issues, you can book Kenya Airways and Qatar Airways.
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) provides VIP services to celebrities, military, and other notable personnel. These services include luggage assistance, priority boarding, meet and greet upon arrival, priority boarding, access to the VIP lounge, and chauffeur services.
  • RDU airport doesn't have a hub for any airline, but is a focus city for Frontier and Delta. At the same time, Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is a hub for various African Airlines, including JamboJet, Kenya Airways, African Express, and Fly540.
  • The public transport available from Downtown Raleigh to RDU airport is the Line 100 bus. These buses depart every 4 hours and arrive at the airport in around 27 minutes. If you rent a car, take a town car or a taxi, you can get to the airport in about 19 minutes.

Top 5 airlines serving from Raleigh to Nairobi

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Raleigh 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.
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DeltaOverall score based on 7934 reviews
8.2Boarding
7.9Entertainment
7.9Comfort
7.3Food
8.5Crew
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Our bag was lost so that made unnecessary chaos On our trip

6.0 GoodBarbara, Apr 2025JFK - FCO
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Our bag was lost so that made unnecessary chaos On our trip

Delta is my preferred airline. I've traveled with them for years. On time in most cases, good communication, easy to use app. Most planes are pretty nice. I was on a CRJ 700/900 however, which was pretty badly aged inside and needed a refresh. No infotainment, unreliable wifi, best to download before boarding or bring a book. Food choices are really just snacks on this flight, nice variety but about what you'd expect. Great staff and prompt in departure and early arrival too. Overall quite satisfied.

Crew was friendly Love the entertainment in the seat head rest.

Delta flight was on time, seats were comfortable, and crew was nice.

This had nothing to do with Delta… The flights were on time and flawless. The service was excellent. We purchased seats in (aisle/middle) comfort plus since this was a cross country flight. Unfortunately, the woman seated at the window was 300+ pounds and, as might be expected, covered up about a third of the middle seat also. there was absolutely nothing that Delta could have done about that… I just don’t know what the answer should be. If you purchase a seat, you should should be able to use the entire seat and not just the portion that someone else is not sitting/oozing in. Disappointing…there should be something that could be done….I'm just not sure what solution could be.

Delayed take-off. Very small plane so very scary with lots of bumps during the flight. Would never fly Delta on short flights in small 80 seaters plane again! Felt relieved when landed.

The worst part was I was NOT allowed in the lounge even though I was holding a first class ticket and have a premium American Express card. I have flown Business or First Class with many airlines. Delta is the ONLY one who does not extend this courtesy to anyone except people who hold the very expensive American Express card. As a result, I won’t fly Delta if I have any other choice.

It was an overnight flight and I desperately needed coffee before we landed, but Delta does only one beverage service, and that is shortly after takeoff, not before landing at 5 am.

A little bumpy ride . No food was being provided due the the turbulence. That was ok it was a short flight to my standards.

Simply outstanding. Their new lounge for Delta One customers is a cut above the rest.

This trip was the most comfortable one I have ever experienced, the team was excellent and very helpful. I am so glad I picked Qatar Airways.

All the crew members were too slow and rude. Most of the times the registers were empty, while hundreds of customers were waiting in line, and it was impossible to get a supervisor. Despite being in line on time, I missed my freight, plus a some customers who were ahead and behind me.

Well organized boarding, efficient and on time. Nice crew on the plane. Thank you!

The Qatar Airways staff pre-boarding and also on the flight from Dallas to Doha were incredibly mediocre and arrogant. Consider retraining these individuals Other flights were ok.

My experience with Qatar airway was very unsatisfactory. They lost my child’s stroller and I was told they found it and will send it to the hotel which was a lie. I had to go back to the airport baggage claim and pick up myself after trying to contact them many times!. There was a lack professional and communication. I am very disappointed in Qatar airway and will not be recommending them to friends and family nor will I be flying with them in the future.

Worst air experience in whole life . Boarding and checking was hassle as they did 3 times. Crew team was clueless about passengers need. Despite of passengers raising hand , they were resetting the program

The food is not good and also if you ask crew to bring something they say ok I will bring but you will never get it. Please they should listen good to passengers

No difference between US airline and Qatar. Both cramp as many people. The airline seems to change planes without notice choice is seating when making reservations online doesn’t match the plane a passenger is on. Especially paying extra. Nothing special No different than US carriers.

Did not like anything. Seats were crammed, leg space was minimal and food was terrible. This was the first time traveling overseas in American Airlines and was the worst experience ever. Have learned a lesson to never travel in American Airlines.

Delayed my flights and no communication. We end up spending 6 hrs in Doha. No food or any concern from the airline. Terrible

The only reason the overall rating wasn't "excellent" was due to problems in claiming luggage. The bags are delivered to the main area (Cinta 35) for domestic passengers, but to a DIFFERENT ROOM for international arrivees. After waiting 30 minutes, someone (who didn't appear to be from Air France or the airport) told us to go to another area. There we found our bags, which appeared to have been awaiting us for a while. We had to go through a bag check before leaving the airport. If we had been alerted to this possibility, or better yet, been to go directly to Cinta 34, we could have eliminated quite a bit of waiting.

Much better than the major US Carriers especially in Biz Class.

It was not Air France but Air Europa. But confusion over our checked luggage. Whether it was checked all the way to Tenerife or not. It was not. Had to line up again in Departures. At least our Sky Priority was honoured. Flight was fine.

My wife and I had a row to ourselves after moving seats. There were no TVs and you had to buy food. So we did nothing but had a quick nap. Flight was fine.

The plane was old Only 3 bathrooms available for economy The entertainment was old and the selection was poor

Georgian Airways check in staff initially denied us, because they thought passengers required transit visas to transfer on connecting flights. This required 70 minutes for them to call multiple people to confirm how transfers worked. They did not apologize once accepting our check in. Onboard, the four hour flight gave stale bread with spam slices as lunch. The only included drinks were still or sparkling water.

I did not get my baggage at my final destination..poor coordination with connecting flights with partner airlines (Saudi airways). Also the food was very mediocre.

Not a good one this time. The absence of internet without any information/notification ahead was really the unacceptable part. Also this new A350-900 has a serious legroom challenge for economy seats. It’s more like a medium-haul flight legroom configuration.

Not great , just ok . I expected better food but it did not deliver . Flight staff was ok . The guy at the drop off bag counter was the only saving grace in this whole trip . He was pleasant, friendly and very helpful . You couldn’t ask for a better assistance from him .

There was 2 hours delay before boarding and 2 hours delay after boarding while waiting in the plane

Terrible. The flight was delayed two hours due to weather. Then when we got on the plane, the first pilot ended up timing out and we had to wait for a second pilot. Second pile came on board and we tax it out. Had to return back to the gate because of an unruly passenger. Then the copilot timed out. Had to wait for new copilot. Also had to wait for maintenance to check for fuel. Then found out the second pilot timed out and we had to wait for a third pilot. Was ready to go and then needed maintenance again for another issue. In the end, it was 2 o’clock in the morning when they announced that the flight couldn’t go because the third pilot and the second copilot had timed out.

American Airlines initially postponed the flight. Then they cancelled it an rescheduled us on a flight that would take over 24 hours with multiple stops. They then changed this flight to a reasonable alternative the next day which they later cancelled and replaced with a flight that would take off with an additional 16 hour delay. They blamed weather but I noticed (at 4am) that Delta had direct flights from Charlotte to Detroit. I went on line. Booked it and was in Detroit buy 9am. The interesting thing is they did a similar thing to a family member just 2 days earlier. I don't think I will fly American unless I have to.

I was a little disappointed of not having an android charger. Only one it was for an iPhone. I've flown American in the past and had access to one.

At least it was a short flight. Greyhound with wings.

One of the best flights I’ve had. So smooth.

This flight didn’t happen because AA agents didn’t let us board the flight

Checking in at the counter was very disappointing. The lady had a very bad attitude and smart at me. She had no smile, did not greet me by name, or acknowledge me as a valued customer. Poor reflection of the airline.

First class flight attendant was rude and lacked any customer service skills.

Paid for a window and was assigned to a middle seat with 2 very large people on each side of me. Flight was sold out and I feel I need to be refunded foe paying for a window seat and being put in a middle one..

Would have been good to have a meal since it was a 5.5 hour flight

Was very good, was happy with the way staff were smiling and how they were approachable

A child was loud throughout which made the trip less than optimal. Crew was great and professional. They need to change the automatic seat belt announcement which is too loud and had other unneeded words like "this is XYZ announcement number one'

Love the dreamliner plane. It's such a smooth ride, I don't notice that it's 15 hours in the air. The staff are great and they don't overstuff you with food.

I really like this airline. The staff are lovely and friendly, the planes are tidy and unfussy. I would rate them at the top of the African Airline carriers.

Delayed by 4 hours with inadequate advance notifications which caused us a lot of consternation and angst. I will never fly or recommend your airline again

Flight was changed 3 times, from a night flight to a day flight, and then delayed by 5h…

Kenya Airways delayed my flights for 7 days. Each delayed, they notified me last minute. This is ridiculous.

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

Awful, we had a delay of 3 hrs, impacting in my transfer flight to Cape town, and Kenya airways didnt do anything. They sent me twice to transfer services in Nairobi, not been available to sleep (from 1 am to 5 am); without any update.

It's the only direct flight between Accra and Nairobi, and you pay for it! Food is better on Asky. No entertainment on flight from Accra to Nairobi, but there other way did have screens. Generally timely boarding and departure.

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