What airlines fly to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Lufthansa, Qatar Airways and Delta 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 40% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

American Airlines and Air Canada are the most popular carriers operating from Des Moines to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

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As of May 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Des Moines Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport.

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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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,666 to $1,282. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,150.

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8:30 pm - 8:40 pm

DSM

NBO

40h 10m

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11:40 pm - 12:40 am

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33h 00m

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$1,150United Airlines

Tue, Sep 8 - Wed, Sep 30

10:26 am - 11:50 pm

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NBO

29h 24m

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1:20 am - 11:28 pm

NBO

DSM

30h 08m

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$1,161Qatar Airways

Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 29

10:26 am - 11:50 pm

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NBO

29h 24m

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1:20 am - 8:01 pm

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26h 41m

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$1,201Qatar Airways

Tue, Aug 11 - Fri, Sep 11

8:53 am - 12:30 pm

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43h 37m

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1:35 pm - 10:49 pm

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41h 14m

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$1,262Multiple Airlines

Sun, Jul 26 - Mon, Aug 10

7:02 pm - 1:40 pm

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34h 38m

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1:20 am - 6:43 pm

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25h 23m

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$1,337Qatar Airways

Tue, Jun 16 - Mon, Jun 22

4:48 pm - 1:40 pm

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36h 52m

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$1,368Qatar Airways

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26h 15m

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Tue, Jun 16 - Mon, Jun 22

7:02 pm - 7:20 am

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28h 18m

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26h 15m

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Thu, Jun 4 - Wed, Jun 17

9:41 am - 6:45 am

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37h 04m

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25h 19m

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$1,385Qatar Airways

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9:41 am - 6:45 am

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37h 04m

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25h 19m

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$1,393Qatar Airways

Thu, Jun 18 - Wed, Jun 24

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

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Sep 8

DSM8:30 pmDes Moines

40h 10m

2 stops

NBO8:40 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sep 30

NBO11:40 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

33h 00m

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DSM12:40 amDes Moines

$1,150

United Airlines

Sep 8

DSM8:00 amDes Moines

30h 25m

3 stops

NBO10:25 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sep 30

NBO11:40 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

33h 00m

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DSM12:40 amDes Moines

$1,413

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Sep 8

DSM10:26 amDes Moines

29h 24m

2 stops

NBO11:50 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sep 29

NBO1:20 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

30h 08m

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DSM11:28 pmDes Moines

$1,161

Qatar Airways

Aug 11

DSM10:26 amDes Moines

29h 24m

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NBO11:50 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sep 11

NBO1:20 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

26h 41m

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DSM8:01 pmDes Moines

$1,201

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Jun 16

DSM7:02 pmDes Moines

34h 38m

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NBO1:40 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

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NBO1:20 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

25h 23m

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DSM6:43 pmDes Moines

$1,337

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Tue 9/8

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Wed 9/30

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10:26 am-11:50 pm

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10:26 am-11:50 pm

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7:02 pm-1:40 pm

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Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

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1:20 am-6:43 pm

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$1,337

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4:48 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops36h 52m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

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1:20 am-6:39 pm

2 stops25h 19m

$1,368

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Tue 6/16

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Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

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1:20 am-7:35 pm

2 stops26h 15m

$1,373

Des MoinesNairobi

DSM - NBO

DSMNBO

Des Moines

Thu 6/18

9:41 am-6:45 am

2 stops37h 04m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 6/24

1:20 am-6:39 pm

2 stops25h 19m

$1,385

Des MoinesNairobi

DSM - NBO

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Des Moines

Thu 6/18

9:41 am-6:45 am

2 stops37h 04m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 6/24

1:20 am-6:39 pm

2 stops25h 19m

$1,393

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Des Moines and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

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 March instead. Flights to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport in March, while not as cheap as those in April, still average around $925.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Des Moines to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

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 $1,346 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 $1,158 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	25h 59m
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The fastest flight from Des Moines to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport takes 25h 59m

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How far is Des Moines to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl by plane?
There are 8292.6 mi between Des Moines and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl. 25h 59m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?
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As of May 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Des Moines Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport.
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.
What is the most popular airline from Des Moines to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?
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 (40% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Qatar Airways (25%), Delta (18%), and United Airlines (17%).

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Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $741	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,728 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
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