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Cheapest round-trip
$981
Typical prices: $955-$1,431
Etihad Airways
Tue 9/11Wed 9/26
IAD - NBO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$487
Typical prices: $486-$872
Gulf Air
Sat 10/6
DCA - NBO • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Washington, D.C. and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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DCA - NBO
Cheapest • 2% average savings
IAD - NBO
Most popular
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When to book
7 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 7 weeks in advance save around 4% compared to booking last minute.
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February
Cheapest • 23% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED)
Cheapest • Avg $937 (round-trip)
New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK)
Shortest trip • 20h 13m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi (WAS-NBO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi

Fri, Sep 11 - Sat, Sep 26
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3:10 pm - 6:05 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
19h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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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
$981Etihad Airways
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 24
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3:10 pm - 6:05 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
19h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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7:00 pm - 10:05 amNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
22h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$981Etihad Airways
Sun, Sep 13 - Fri, Sep 18
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10:55 am - 1:10 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
19h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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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
$984Ethiopian Air
Fri, Jan 15 - Mon, Jan 25
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9:20 pm - 3:05 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
21h 45m1 stop Istanbul
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4:30 am - 11:45 amNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
39h 15m1 stop Istanbul
$990Turkish Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Sun, Nov 29
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9:20 pm - 3:05 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
21h 45m1 stop Istanbul
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4:50 am - 11:45 amNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
38h 55m1 stop Istanbul
$990Turkish Airlines
Sat, Feb 27 - Fri, Mar 5
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5:50 pm - 5:20 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
27h 30m1 stop Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
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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
$991SAUDIA
Sat, Oct 24 - Fri, Oct 30
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9:45 am - 10:45 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
30h 00m3 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National Kigali Intl
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2:45 am - 2:50 pmNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
19h 05m1 stop Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
$999Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 18
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9:55 am - 9:15 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
27h 20m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National
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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
$1,002Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 29
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:55 am - 1:10 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
19h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
5:30 pm - 8:55 amNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
22h 25m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
$1,006Ethiopian Air
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Jan 6
SAUDIA Logo
5:50 pm - 5:20 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
27h 30m1 stop Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
SAUDIA Logo
2:45 am - 1:50 pmNBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
19h 05m1 stop Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
$1,414SAUDIA
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport start at $981. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $955 to $1,431. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $981 on Etihad Airways.

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

There's little price difference between Washington, D.C. to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport routes. They average around $1,138 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport at $882 round-trip.
  • December ($1,417) and June ($1,335) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 60% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport are cheapest 7 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 4% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$487
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 13% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 21% lower on average.
Flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport

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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Your Washington, D.C. 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 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.

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

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

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

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

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

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU) - 5% of one-stop connections

    Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 17% on the Washington, D.C. to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,084 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,304, a difference of $220. 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 Washington, D.C. to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 7% below the route average of $1,153. Booking late can sometimes save money on this route, but inventory is limited.

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

    A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 7,547 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Washington, D.C. 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.

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

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $515, which is 20% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 20h 13m, compared with 21h 00m via Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU) and 21h 00m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD).

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

    Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport is 7 hours ahead of Washington, D.C. (Eastern Africa Time vs Eastern 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 Washington, D.C. to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport range from $955 to $1,431, with an average of $1,153 over the past 12 months. Anything below $955 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Washington, D.C. 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 Monday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average $1,084 - about $220 less than Saturday (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 7 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 4% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $882 round-trip in that month - typically $535 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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
  • 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.

Everything you need to know for your flight from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi

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Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO)