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$545 Find Cheap Flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Nairobi

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Cheapest round-trip
$908
Typical prices: $979-$890
Etihad Airways
Tue 9/15Tue 9/29
IAD - NBO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$545
Typical prices: $503-$756
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Tue 6/9
IAD - NBO • 1 stop
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Cheap Flights from Dulles Intl to Nairobi (IAD-NBO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Dulles Intl 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 Dulles Intl to Nairobi

Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 29
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3:10 pm - 12:30 pm
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NBO
38h 20m
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7:00 am - 9:45 am
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IAD
33h 45m
1 stop
$908Etihad Airways
Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 9
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3:10 pm - 6:10 am
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NBO
32h 00m
1 stop
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7:00 am - 9:45 am
NBO
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IAD
33h 45m
1 stop
$913Etihad Airways
Thu, Jun 11 - Mon, Jun 29
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6:50 pm - 12:35 am
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NBO
22h 45m
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2:25 am - 3:40 pm
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IAD
20h 15m
1 stop
$920SAUDIA
Sat, Sep 26 - Sun, Oct 4
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12:30 pm - 10:45 am
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NBO
39h 15m
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11:35 pm - 11:51 am
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19h 16m
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$927Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Sun, Oct 18
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3:10 pm - 12:30 pm
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NBO
38h 20m
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7:00 am - 9:45 am
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33h 45m
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$928Etihad Airways
Sun, Sep 6 - Mon, Sep 21
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3:10 pm - 6:10 am
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NBO
32h 00m
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1:35 pm - 9:45 am
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27h 10m
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$931Etihad Airways
Sat, Oct 24 - Thu, Nov 5
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3:10 pm - 12:45 pm
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38h 35m
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1:40 pm - 9:05 am
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27h 25m
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$933Etihad Airways
Sat, Aug 15 - Sat, Aug 22
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3:10 pm - 6:10 am
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NBO
32h 00m
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7:05 am - 9:45 am
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IAD
33h 40m
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$937Etihad Airways
Sat, Aug 22 - Wed, Sep 9
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6:50 pm - 5:15 am
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NBO
27h 25m
1 stop
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2:25 am - 3:40 pm
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IAD
20h 15m
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$942SAUDIA
Fri, Jul 31 - Fri, Aug 21
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3:10 pm - 12:30 pm
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NBO
38h 20m
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1:35 pm - 9:45 am
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Dulles Intl to Nairobi flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Dulles Intl 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport departing in September.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport is February, where tickets cost $876 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,393 and $1,371 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 25 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonMarch
Cheapest flight$545
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 9% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 28% increase in price.
Flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Nairobi

When to book flights from Dulles Intl to Nairobi

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dulles Intl 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 Washington Dulles Airport to Nairobi flights

  • Is there public transportation from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to downtown Nairobi?

    The city center of Nairobi lies about 10 miles from NBO. Citi Hoppa runs regular buses number 34 opposite Terminal 1 to downtown Nairobi. The buses can be identified by their distinct green-yellow colours and depart every 20-30 minutes, dropping off passengers at its stage at the Ambassadeur Hotel.

  • Are there any services for passengers with limited mobility at the NBO upon arrival?

    Jomo Kenyatta International Airport caters to the needs of disabled passengers, ill travelers, and pregnant women. There’s a dedicated Customer Service Teams that render the needed assistance to those with special needs. The trained agents handle all age groups, including young travelers. Contact your airline at least 72 hours before departure to organize these services.

  • Are there currency exchange bureaus at NBO?

    Upon arriving at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport from Washington Dulles International Airport, you won't have trouble converting your dollars into Kenya Shillings. Different Banks and Foreign Exchange bureaus run their counters throughout the arrival hall, including Nairobi Bureau De Change Ltd and Travel Point Forex Bureau-JKIA.

  • Are there luggage storage services at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport?

    NBO offers a secure counter facility for short- and long-term baggage storage services for visitors who want to leave their excess baggage behind when exploring the city. Before using this service, you must fill in documentation, provide a copy of your passport, and sign a disclaimer. You’ll be required to produce a receipt when claiming your bags.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport was $545 for a one-way ticket and $908 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Washington Dulles Airport and Nairobi?

    Yes

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Washington Dulles Airport to Nairobi?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Nairobi?

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

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Nairobi from Washington Dulles Airport?

    Doha is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Washington Dulles Airport to Nairobi.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi, Delta or RwandAir?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi are Delta and RwandAir. With an average price for the route of $1,036 and an overall rating of 7.9, Delta is the most popular choice. RwandAir is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,237 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Washington Dulles Airport 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 Washington Dulles Airport to Nairobi.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Nairobi from Washington Dulles Airport 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 Washington Dulles Airport 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 Washington Dulles Airport with another airline. Booking your flights between Washington Dulles Airport 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 Washington Dulles Airport 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 Washington Dulles Airport 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport

  • Those flying to Nairobi from Washington via Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) will be glad to note that the facility has many lounges, such as the American Airlines Admirals Clubs and The Centurion Lounge. Members and those possessing registered cards enjoy priority access and clearance under the fast lane program.
  • Travelers using Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) should know that the facility has one main terminal and two parallel buildings housing four airside concourses. Inside the first building are gates A and B, while the second building consists of gates C and D. It’s easy to move from the terminal to the concourses due to its straightforward layout.
  • Suppose you’re planning to fly to Nairobi from Dulles with an early morning flight; secure a room at one of the hotels near IAD. Typically, these facilities offer free shuttles to and from the airport, and you won’t have to worry about the morning hassle on your way to the airport. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Dulles Airport is one such hotel.
  • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) has designated rooms for nursing and lactating mothers. These suites are located post-security near gates A, B, B, and D. Also, they’re equipped with comfortable chairs, power sockets, and sinks and provide the perfect hideout for those who want to breastfeed.
  • If you’re planning to fly aboard KLM from IAD to Nairobi, you’ll be happy to learn that the airline allows you to board with your four-legged friends. Typically, such pests include household animals like cats and dogs. More importantly, check the airline regarding the pet-entry police in Kenya before bringing them along.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Dulles Intl to Nairobi

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Washington, D.C. 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 Dulles Intl 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 8458 reviews
7.9Comfort
8.1Boarding
8.5Crew
7.2Food
7.8Entertainment
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Seats in Delta Main are unbelievably close to the seat in front of. Hard to get a backpack under the seat.

8.0 ExcellentMatthew, May 2026
OKC - ATL
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Seats in Delta Main are unbelievably close to the seat in front of. Hard to get a backpack under the seat.

The flight was operated by Latam. The aircraft had a technical issue and the flight was delayed for the next day. They grounded other passengers to get their airplane assigned to my flight. Most of he ground staff don't speak English (Orlando Airport), but were very polite.The crew on the other hand could speak English and Portuguese. On board service was good.

The agent at check in and at the gate were less than thrilled to be at work. I'm not a fan of Kayak's placement on the plane. I got put in the middle seat and none of my preferences were used.

In ATL they have two sets of departure screens. Follow what is on your airline's departure board - the ATL Airport Authority departure board had completely incorrect details about the gate assignment for my flight, which would have made me miss boarding.

Flight was delayed it was hot while sitting on the plane, one engine was working on the plane until they had to do some jimmy rigging down the runway in order for the other engine to charge up. It was ridiculous

The flight was very good and the staff was very friendly and helpful!

The only thing I would say is we tried to get on a standby earlier flight, but with our fair we couldn’t. That seems senseless to leave with open seats..

Very easy to use and convenient, you can perform any action within the same portal

In a world of delays, Delta was on time both ways! Boarding was fast and efficient. Staff was friendly. AND wifi worked.

WiFi didn’t work. Flight delayed 3 hours Crew members were illiterate Seat lean back did not work.

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

My entire row did not have power for the full duration of a 14.5 hour flight. Could not charge any devices such as laptop or phones for the entirety of the long flight. The flight attendants tried to remedy the issue by resetting the power, but were not successful. The only other solution provided was to move me to another seat on the plane which was in the middle row. I had paid for a “preferred” seat that was a window seat. This was a downgrade being offered due to the power issue.

Nothing to complain. The staff and flight was good especially the seats which was better compared than the cloth ones on Qatar airways

Vegetarian selection could be better. Bread was too hard to chew.

Crew was friendly and competent. Food, wine, and entertainment were excellent except the raw tuna on the flight to Split. Recommend against serving that - at least as the only option. Many medical conditions do not allow people to eat raw fish.

United didn’t even try to hold the flight for me. They knew I had a tight connection and when I arrived at the gate less than 10 mins after final boarding the flight had already gone. The gate agent wasn’t even notified that I was on my way. She was told I wasn’t at the airport

Good quick flight on a small but comfortable plane. I'm 6'3 and had plenty of space.

The flight was delayed so we were dead tired, and after that the turbulence was horrible. I was very scared.

Wifi took a while to kick in and we had a maintenance issue that took over 40 mins at the gate in Washington before pulling back

Very good. Because of the delays with my previous flight, I missed my connection, but I was able to book another flight through the United app easily.

Was happy we finally got upgraded in 1st class. The seat getting old. The cushiness need some improvement.

Ineffective communication with United resulted in lost baggage. Their Baggage Tracing counter at MUC was shut down from 11:00-14:15 on my arrival. Undertrained, underinformed staff had me Running all over MUC to find someone to help me to no avail. Staff was rude, unhelpful, and unable to effectively use the systems they did have operational. They refused to contact United in any way or provide any accommodation or other resources while I waited for my luggage. This has destroyed my downstream itinerary. If they had even the slightest visibility I may have been able to reschedule/plan, but again, their staff provided nothing, and did nothing more than their website, which doesn’t even work on a standard phone browser. Miserable failure at all levels that weren’t associated with the operation of the aircraft.

Sat next to a one year old. She crawled all over the place and made me laugh.

Excellent price. Everything on time. two bad parts. Kayak said I couldn't sign in for the flight online, but I got an email at the same time from Jet Blue and they let me sign in online. Second bad part was that, although I had provided my known traveler number, neither of my boarding passes, for this flight and the previous one, had TSA pre-check showing.

Jet blue was great But the Jayak system Wasa pure nightmare and wasted so much of my time and energy by not giving me a way to access jet blue to check in the flight back I didn’t even get the number confirmation code 24 hours before. Because I didn’t receive the email with the confirmation code I could NoT CHECk IN. I spoke to a kayak third party and they informed me I could not carry a carry on, on the flight which caused me so much extra stress it was just too much. You can be sure I will not be using it recommending your site. Again.

There was a screen but no earphones that could use the older input so I could listen to anything.

My experience with JetBlue was fine BUT I am very upset with Kayak! JetBlue had delayed our scheduled departure by an hour and you NEVER notified me of the change. I did not hear directly from JetBlue because the trip was booked through Kayak, a mistake I will not repeat. Your reminder of the our trip last week still had the WRONG departure time. Our return trip has also changed, and again no notice from you.

Jet blue just had great service overall! Only a little turbulence heading out of Austin, otherwise the jet stream helped the speed of the trip!

Boarding was quick and efficient. The flight crew were friendly. There were limited food options available on the flight. The pocket guide said there would be salad and sandwich sections available on flights over 3.5 hours. The only food available were snack boxes. And those were limited as well. My flight was over 5 hours. The entertainment system worked well. I had both extra legroom seats and regular coach seats. The seats were not very comfortable. The entertainment controls in the armrest made it difficult to rest my arm without changing the channel on my neighbors TV. Overall, my experience was mediocre.

Purchased through 3rd party vendor which made everything difficult. Unable to check in online. Unable to get flight updates easily, tsa precheck information didn’t carry through, longer time to check in in person. Entertainment looked good but had to purchase conventional headphones to view.

Boarding was fast, easy, and we landed early. The entertainment system was very buggy and kept resetting throughout the flight.

Not having an assigned seat until boarding and then having to check my bag.

Flight emergency landed in Chicago due to “Odor” in back of plane . Had to buy ANOTHER TICKET to get to Boston cash out of my own pocket . Then they would notchange my return flight time without a 400. Charge!!!! Insulting.

The TV wasn't working No music for the whole flight from JFK to LOS It was too burring.

Flight was delayed by two hours. This really messed things up because I missed my connecting flight in Addis. I had a meeting in Entebbe which was scrapped because my flight from Addis landed later in the day.

I paid for internet that did not work and had to pay more to have it

A bit chaotic boarding flight but over all good experience.

We had a good flight experience with this airline despite reading many negative comments

The crew was unfriendly and very rude to name a few (Helina). I felt unsafe due to most of the cabinets were open while on flight. All in all the flight was ok, but the crew needed more training on customer service most of all for international flights.

Delay not posted, only departure time listed- not boarding time. We left an hour late and arrived 45 min late. Restrooms had backed up sinks and toilets not flushed ) passenger error). Lots of screen for entertainment didn’t work. But we arrived with our luggage

The plane was old and the luggage racks above us were visibly shaking during turbulence. Water was dripping on our heads during landing. Our flight was over 2 hours late departing but we were not updated or told what to expect as the screen at the gate continued to read “on time”

Check in took over an hour because printer was not working. Attendant did not know how to give free layover Addis Ababa hotel vouchers or update frequent flyer number. After repeated attempts, got voucher emailed. However hotel wanted printed voucher hence more delay. Bus time from hotel back to airport was printed 4:50 hours, but hotel reception called at 3 pm saying bus will leave at 4 pm. Then hotel reception called again saying 4:15 pm. We rushed at 4:15 pm and bus was not ready until 4:40 pm. Many audio outlets were not working in planes.

I had a memorable experience. I dont have any comments at this time regarding waht could be better.

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