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Cheap flights from Detroit to Nairobi from $577

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Turkish Airlines Logo
8:05 pm - 3:20 amDTW-NBO
23h 15m1 stop
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4:50 am - 7:10 pmNBO-DTW
21h 20m1 stop
$788Turkish Airlines
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Thu, Feb 26 - Thu, Mar 12
Turkish Airlines Logo
9:00 pm - 1:50 amDTW-NBO
21h 50m1 stop
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3:35 am - 7:05 pmNBO-DTW
22h 30m1 stop
$834Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Oct 14 - Mon, Oct 20
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:15 pm - 9:20 pmDTW-NBO
19h 05m1 stop
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11:59 pm - 1:10 pmNBO-DTW
21h 11m1 stop
$918Multiple Airlines
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Mon, Nov 10 - Thu, Nov 27
Delta Logo
6:15 pm - 9:20 pmDTW-NBO
19h 05m1 stop
Delta Logo
11:59 pm - 7:40 pmNBO-DTW
27h 41m2 stops
$928Delta
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Mon, Nov 10 - Thu, Nov 27
Delta Logo
6:15 pm - 9:20 pmDTW-NBO
19h 05m1 stop
Delta Logo
11:30 pm - 3:55 pmNBO-DTW
24h 25m2 stops
$939Delta
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Sun, Feb 8 - Fri, Feb 27
United Airlines Logo
1:13 pm - 10:30 pmDTW-NBO
26h 17m3 stops
United Airlines Logo
10:45 pm - 6:57 pmNBO-DTW
27h 12m2 stops
$945United Airlines
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Tue, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 21
United Airlines Logo
9:10 am - 9:15 pmDTW-NBO
28h 05m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
11:55 pm - 1:55 pmNBO-DTW
22h 00m1 stop
$953United Airlines
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Thu, Feb 26 - Sat, Mar 7
Lufthansa Logo
4:00 pm - 8:55 pmDTW-NBO
21h 55m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
10:45 pm - 4:51 pmNBO-DTW
25h 06m2 stops
$955Lufthansa
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Tue, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 21
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:55 pm - 7:55 pmDTW-NBO
19h 00m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:59 pm - 11:48 amNBO-DTW
18h 49m1 stop
$973Multiple Airlines
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Tue, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 21
Lufthansa Logo
4:05 pm - 9:40 pmDTW-NBO
21h 35m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
11:55 pm - 8:17 pmNBO-DTW
28h 22m2 stops
$974Lufthansa
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Delta flights from Detroit to Nairobi

Our best Delta deals on Detroit to Nairobi flight tickets
Delta
Sep 22
DTW10:07 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
26h 48m
2 stops
NBO7:55 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Sep 30
NBO11:59 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
20h 46m
1 stop
DTW1:45 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$923
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Delta
Nov 10
DTW6:15 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
19h 05m
1 stop
NBO9:20 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Nov 27
NBO11:59 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
27h 41m
2 stops
DTW7:40 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$928
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Delta
Sep 22
DTW9:05 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
27h 50m
2 stops
NBO7:55 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Sep 30
NBO11:59 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
29h 31m
2 stops
DTW10:30 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$933
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United Airlines flights from Detroit to Nairobi

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United Airlines
Oct 14
DTW1:13 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
26h 17m
3 stops
NBO10:30 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Oct 21
NBO10:45 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
27h 12m
2 stops
DTW6:57 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$945
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United Airlines
Sep 22
DTW5:54 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
45h 36m
3 stops
NBO10:30 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Sep 30
NBO11:45 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
26h 12m
2 stops
DTW6:57 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$950
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United Airlines
Feb 26
DTW9:10 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
28h 05m
2 stops
NBO9:15 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Mar 7
NBO11:55 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
22h 00m
1 stop
DTW1:55 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$953
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Nairobi that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated September 17, 2025.
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DetroitNairobi

DTW - NBO

DTWNBO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/26

8:05 pm-3:20 am

1 stop23h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 3/12

4:50 am-7:10 pm

1 stop21h 20m

$788

DetroitNairobi

DTW - NBO

DTWNBO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/14

9:00 pm-1:50 am

1 stop21h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 10/20

3:35 am-7:05 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$834

DetroitNairobi

DTW - NBO

DTWNBO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/10

6:15 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop19h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 11/27

11:59 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop21h 11m

$918

DetroitNairobi

DTW - NBO

DTWNBO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/10

6:15 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop19h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 11/27

11:59 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops27h 41m

$928

DetroitNairobi

DTW - NBO

DTWNBO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/8

6:15 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop19h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 2/27

11:30 pm-3:55 pm

2 stops24h 25m

$939

DetroitNairobi

DTW - NBO

DTWNBO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/14

1:13 pm-10:30 pm

3 stops26h 17m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 10/21

10:45 pm-6:57 pm

2 stops27h 12m

$945

DetroitNairobi

DTW - NBO

DTWNBO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/26

9:10 am-9:15 pm

2 stops28h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 3/7

11:55 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop22h 00m

$953

DetroitNairobi

DTW - NBO

DTWNBO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/14

4:00 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop21h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 10/21

10:45 pm-4:51 pm

2 stops25h 06m

$955

DetroitNairobi

DTW - NBO

DTWNBO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/14

5:55 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop19h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 10/21

11:59 pm-11:48 am

1 stop18h 49m

$973

DetroitNairobi

DTW - NBO

DTWNBO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/2

4:05 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop21h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 2/17

11:55 pm-8:17 pm

2 stops28h 22m

$974

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Nairobi?

The cheapest month to fly to Nairobi from Detroit is in November. Flight prices, which tend to average around $938, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to Nairobi during the month of November, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $981.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Nairobi?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Nairobi from Detroit is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as $1,156. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Thursday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Nairobi on Thursday is $1,392.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Nairobi?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Nairobi is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as $1,017. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at noon when prices are $1,361 on average. Flights to Nairobi from Detroit at noon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Nairobi?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Nairobi from Detroit when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Nairobi for around $1,225 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Nairobi from Detroit for as low as $1,091 on momondo.

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  • How far is Detroit to Nairobi by plane?

    Nairobi is 7770.1 mi away from Detroit. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 17h 20m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to Nairobi?

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to Nairobi?

    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 Detroit to Nairobi.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nairobi?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Nairobi can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Nairobi. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Detroit to Nairobi

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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $732Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,965 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom $905Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,468 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $915Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,961 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $971Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,926 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $978Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,409 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $995Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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