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Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi (WAS-NBO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Nairobi

Thu, Aug 21 - Thu, Sep 4
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10:05 pm - 12:40 pmIAD-NBO
31h 35m1 stop
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6:20 pm - 4:10 pmNBO-IAD
28h 50m1 stop
$796Etihad Airways
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Tue, Sep 16 - Wed, Oct 1
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10:05 pm - 12:40 pmIAD-NBO
31h 35m1 stop
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7:00 am - 4:10 pmNBO-IAD
40h 10m1 stop
$812Etihad Airways
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Thu, Nov 13 - Thu, Nov 27
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:40 pm - 1:40 amIAD-NBO
21h 00m2 stops
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6:00 pm - 8:00 amNBO-IAD
22h 00m2 stops
$813Ethiopian Air
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Thu, Aug 21 - Thu, Sep 4
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:55 am - 1:10 pmIAD-NBO
19h 15m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
6:00 pm - 8:55 amNBO-IAD
21h 55m2 stops
$814Ethiopian Air
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Wed, Sep 10 - Wed, Oct 29
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9:00 pm - 6:40 amIAD-NBO
26h 40m1 stop
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5:00 pm - 4:55 pmNBO-IAD
30h 55m1 stop
$839Qatar Airways
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Tue, Aug 12 - Mon, Sep 15
Qatar Airways Logo
9:00 pm - 11:50 pmIAD-NBO
19h 50m1 stop
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1:20 am - 8:40 amNBO-IAD
38h 20m1 stop
$841Qatar Airways
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Wed, Oct 29 - Tue, Nov 11
Kenya Airways Logo
11:00 am - 10:15 amDCA-NBO
16h 15m1 stop
Kenya Airways Logo
11:35 pm - 6:05 pmNBO-DCA
26h 30m1 stop
$899Kenya Airways
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Wed, Sep 3 - Tue, Sep 23
Kenya Airways Logo
6:05 am - 10:45 amDCA-NBO
21h 40m1 stop
Kenya Airways Logo
11:35 pm - 5:57 pmNBO-DCA
25h 22m1 stop
$907Kenya Airways
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Tue, Dec 30 - Mon, Jan 12
United Airlines Logo
6:17 am - 10:45 pmBWI-NBO
32h 28m3 stops
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11:40 pm - 8:57 pmNBO-BWI
29h 17m2 stops
$945United Airlines
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Thu, Sep 4 - Tue, Sep 16
United Airlines Logo
3:00 pm - 8:20 pmDCA-NBO
22h 20m2 stops
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10:45 pm - 3:22 pmNBO-DCA
23h 37m2 stops
$945United Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Washington, D.C. to Nairobi flights

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

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi?

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

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Nairobi on a Sunday and more expensive on a Wednesday. On your return trip to Washington, D.C., you should consider flying back on a Monday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. 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. 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. to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport is October, where tickets cost $853 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,434 and $1,383 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. 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. 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. to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 19 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonMarch
High seasonDecember
Cheapest flight$405
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 15% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 35% increase in price.
Flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Nairobi

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

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Washington, D.C. 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, D.C. to Nairobi flights

  • Which is the best airport to depart from in Washington D.C.?

    Washington Regan Regional Airport (DCA) is the least busy airport out of all three serving the D.C. area making it the best if you’re looking to avoid the long queues, particularly at Washington Dulles. It is also closer to the city center therefore ideal for anyone commuting from downtown Washington D.C. However, if you’re looking for more flight options, Washington Dulles is the option for you.

  • Will I need a visa to fly from Washington D.C. to Nairobi?

    Yes, US citizens are required to have a visa to be allowed past immigration at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). The visa application process is done online, and you should make sure to obtain it before boarding your flight since they don’t issue visas upon arrival. You will also need your passport with two blank pages for immigration stamps.

  • Is there a train available from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to the city center?

    There aren’t any train connections between NBO Airport and the city center although public transport is available through a bus service which runs from 6:00 am to 9:00 pm. The most convenient option would be taking a taxi as they are available 24/7 and will drop you at any location in the city center or the suburbs.

  • Are there any airlines offering direct connections between Washington D.C. and Nairobi?

    Unfortunately, there aren’t any airlines offering direct connections to Nairobi. Most flights will have at least one stop with the most popular layover destination being JFK Airport. However, other airlines such as Emirates and Air France will have their layovers in Dubai and Paris respectively. Be sure to confirm the layover of your flight to avoid problems with visa restrictions during transit.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport was $405 for a one-way ticket and $796 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Washington, D.C. and Nairobi?

    A passport is required to fly from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi?

    When flying out of Washington, D.C. you will be using one of these airports: Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. You will be landing at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi?

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

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Nairobi from Washington, D.C.?

    Doha is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi.

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi are Delta and Qatar Airways. With an average price for the route of $1,265 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 $991 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Washington, D.C. 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, D.C. to Nairobi.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Nairobi from Washington, D.C. 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, D.C. 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, D.C. with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Washington, D.C. 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, D.C. 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. to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport

  • For such a long flight, it would be a good idea to upgrade from economy to first-class seats. You get a lot more legroom making your trip much more comfortable as well as a better selection of inflight meals to suit your taste. Lastly, you get access to first-class lounges during your layover.
  • Emirates is the best option to go for when booking a solo ticket for your child. Through their unaccompanied minors service, your child will get priority boarding to help them settle early for the flight, and a crew member will take care to attend to their needs during the trip making sure they are comfortable and most importantly safe.
  • When commuting to the airport from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), the metro is always a good alternative when road traffic is too much. You can board it from McPherson Square Metrorail Station in downtown.
  • Air France is a good option for anyone looking to fly more sustainably. The airline has plans in place to replace 64% of its fleet with new generation aircraft which are more fuel efficient and have certain flights with sustainable aviation fuel.
  • When booking First Class, Emirates is always a good option as they offer a wide range of amenities such as amenity kits, fully flat beds with blankets, and access to their First Class lounge before boarding and during layovers.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Washington, D.C. 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.
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7.4
Qatar AirwaysOverall score based on 3590 reviews
7.3Food
7.9Crew
7.4Entertainment
7.5Boarding
7.4Comfort
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The flight was smooth Thank God but the delays and changing gates for 3-4 times made me so tired of walking back and forth with heavy bags I thought I was going to pass out with heavy headaches but Thank God finally found the final gate and home safe. These delays happen anytime for important reasons so just be patient when you come across these situations.

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Jun 2025LAX - LAS
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The flight was smooth Thank God but the delays and changing gates for 3-4 times made me so tired of walking back and forth with heavy bags I thought I was going to pass out with heavy headaches but Thank God finally found the final gate and home safe. These delays happen anytime for important reasons so just be patient when you come across these situations.

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.

I liked the choice of lemon ginger tea. I think stewardesses can be more considerate of older people needs.

The food should improve! And The flight should leave on time and not make the traveler wait.

It was great, I’m very grateful for the pilots and crew flight attendants for everything.

Everything was great. Only thing that could’ve made it better was buy on board options for hot food, but the snacks were decent. The flight attendants were great. I had no complaints. I was able to make it to my destination safely

A little bit more leg room in premium economy. I am 6’4”.

Overall it was good. I missed my connection but I was put on another flight.

We were given vouchers we couldn’t use with a 5.5 hour delay

I fly UAL 7-8 times per year. This flight was not up to snuff because it boarded very late "due to unexpected delays in restocking the plane" and yet Flight Aware showed the plane had landed some 10 hours earlier--so I think they could have planned accordingly. The FA's were nice but harried. The video system had to be rebooted 3-4 times. The food service was rather abrupt; they forgot my row and when I asked for my meal, they brought it with some impatience. Overall, the flight was fine, but the little details made it feel somewhat mundane and hurried.

I didn’t get on plane. Passport being processed by consulate with visa application. Tried to cancel through underpricer after purchasing cacelling for any reason. No dice, they are thieves.

When I booked it on Kayak it aaid that I wasn't allowed hamd luggage. I called United Airlines and it took them 6 minutes to figure out if I was allowed free hand luggage. Surely something that simple they should be able to tell me instantly.

United was best airlines I have seen since I got there choose united airlines

It was wonderful best Air lines covert and all very happy with their service they have been very helpful and friendly

No Asian Vegetarian food was available on this sector but only fish and chicken and pasta were offered.

For Vegetarian Food was very poor. Though we had opted for Asian Vegetarian Food they didn’t serve but only what was available was served. We were offered Smoked Salmon!

Flight was delayed an hour. Also, I bought an extra legroom seat online; but the actually plane was a different configuration so I didn't get what I paid for . This happened on the Addis to Lusaka leg of my trip.

Needs improvement because some of the tvs and charging ports weren’t working

The plane was overbooked and the crew was very rude. My luggage was never put on the plane. I got to NY and waited 2 hours just to find out that my luggage was left.

My experience was great. The flight attendants were very helpful and nice, and the food was very good.

Very bad experience flight was over 5 hours delayed 😑 not a chance to be put on another flight we had to stay at the hotel we lost 2 days on our vacation. Never again I will fligh with Ethiopian airlines.

Terrible customer service I lost my bag luggage and I still haven’t received any information

They weight duty free goods at check in and count the weight as carry on luggage. Results : for 4 bottles I had to opay $150. rip off. Be careful to avoid any duty free shopping at Dubai airport

The boarding was fast, the food was great; however, the seats & leg space were tight.

I enjoyed my flight I arrived safe with all my luggage

No complaints just improve on the food service. Provide enough dinner. People are complaining about that.

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…

Very crowded, no real explanation of food "chicken or pasta?" After dinner no drinks service. Plane was clean, but little help with finding soaces fir luggage to get into overhead bins. Many passengers putting 2 bags, hats, duty free in overhead bins so no space for roll ons

The airline was efficient and accommodating to work with though there was a delay. Appreciate the service and smooth experience!

Flight was good but seat in 12D was not comfortable, better on the Airbus 321 from Tampa to Charlotte. No breakfast was served before landing in zLonfon only a coffee and orange juice.

I was transferred to an American Airlines flight. The boarding was late and unorganized. The seating was extremely tight and uncomfortable. Will not use AA again.

The entertainment selection was ok, but overall not bad! The crew was great.

Good crew and boarding process. Horrible food and one of the most uncomfortable aircraft seats I have ever sat in. The cabin temperature was warm which made it hard for my family to sleep.

bad, made it to connecting flight and they didnt let me board

We were never able to take this flight because our first flight from Austin to Dallas was cancelled.

Our flight was cancelled on Sunday morning. We were supposed to take a short flight to Dallas from Austin, then a nonstop to Barcelona. We were rerouted from Austin to Miami on American Airlines due to storms we sat at the gate for 2 1/2 hours, pilot announced we needed fuel. In air pilot said we were rerouted to Fort Myers 30 minutes from Zmiami. Sat on tarmac waiting for a gate. Deplaned at 10:09. Pilot gave conflicting info about what to do. Missed Miami flight to Barcelona. Pilot announced crew was timed out and we would have to wait for a new crew. Waited a couple of hours. Got to Miami at 2:30 am. Gate agents at Fort Myers told us to go to D30 for hotel vouchers. No one was there. So we slept a little on the floor. Husband is 80 and I am 74. Rerouted to JFK at 9:54 am on Monday, then flight to Barcelona at 5 pm. We arrived in Barcelona a day late and missed the first night of our Oceania Marina cruise. We feel that we are due a lot of compensation for this trip from hell.

The check-in of my luggage was terrible. When purchased my tickets, one luggage and one carry-on was part of the fight. My flight was switched from British to American Airline. During check-in of luggage at the airport, I was denied and had to pay extra $75. How do I get reimbursed for this extra luggage payment?

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