What is the cheapest airline that flies from Des Moines to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl?

Air France, Lufthansa, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Des Moines to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

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Lufthansa, Qatar Airways and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport from Des Moines according to our data. Lufthansa is the first choice among our users, with 48% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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As of October 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Des Moines Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport.

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The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Des Moines Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport.

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The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport

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Dec 31

DSM11:35 amDes Moines

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NBO10:00 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

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DSM6:46 pmDes Moines

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If you aren’t able to travel during the month of April, then book flights to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport from Des Moines during November instead. Flights to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport in November, while not as cheap as those in April, still average around $1,237.

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According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport from Des Moines. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was $1,294. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from Des Moines to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around $1,844. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

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Our data shows that the cheapest Des Moines to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flights are usually those with departure times at noon. Our users have found flights to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport at noon for as low as $1,180. Flights to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $2,110. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport from Des Moines when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport for around $1,420 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport from Des Moines for as low as $1,209 on momondo.

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There are 8292.6 mi between Des Moines and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl. 23h 03m is a normal flight duration for this route.
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How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Des Moines Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
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Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Des Moines to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport is Lufthansa (39% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Qatar Airways (16%), British Airways (14%), and Delta (13%).

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