What airlines fly to Nairobi?

Delta, Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Nairobi from Detroit according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 60% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Nairobi. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Nairobi on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Detroit to Nairobi?

Turkish Airlines and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Detroit to Nairobi

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

Prices for flights from Detroit to Nairobi were last updated today.

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As of May 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Detroit to Nairobi.

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.

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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Detroit and Nairobi?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,068 to $933. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,039.

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9:05 pm - 3:05 am

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NBO

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4:50 am - 6:10 pm

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21h 20m

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$1,039Turkish Airlines

Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11

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$1,043Turkish Airlines

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$1,046Turkish Airlines

Mon, Nov 9 - Sun, Nov 22

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4:50 am - 7:10 pm

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$1,062Turkish Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Fri, Oct 30

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21h 35m

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$1,066Turkish Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Fri, Oct 30

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$1,084Turkish Airlines

Thu, Oct 22 - Sun, Nov 1

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$1,094Turkish Airlines

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$1,095Turkish Airlines

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$1,096Turkish Airlines

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Etihad Airways flights from Detroit to Nairobi

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Etihad Airways

Oct 3

DTW5:30 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

29h 40m

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NBO6:10 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Oct 13

NBO1:35 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

33h 57m

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DTW4:32 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,202

Etihad Airways

Oct 3

DTW5:30 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

29h 40m

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NBO6:10 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Oct 13

NBO1:35 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

33h 57m

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DTW4:32 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,206

Etihad Airways

Oct 3

DTW5:30 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

29h 40m

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NBO6:10 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Oct 13

NBO1:35 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

33h 57m

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DTW4:32 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,214

Turkish Airlines flights from Detroit to Nairobi

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Turkish Airlines

Nov 7

DTW9:05 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

22h 00m

1 stop

NBO3:05 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Nov 11

NBO4:50 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

21h 20m

1 stop

DTW6:10 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,039

Turkish Airlines

Nov 9

DTW8:05 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

23h 00m

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NBO3:05 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Nov 22

NBO4:50 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

21h 20m

1 stop

DTW6:10 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,043

Turkish Airlines

Nov 9

DTW8:05 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

23h 00m

1 stop

NBO3:05 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Nov 22

NBO4:50 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

21h 20m

1 stop

DTW6:10 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,046

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4:50 am-7:10 pm

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$1,062

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$1,066

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$1,084

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$1,093

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8:50 pm-1:25 am

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3:10 am-6:45 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$1,094

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DTWNBO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/3

8:50 pm-1:25 am

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$1,095

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DTWNBO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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8:50 pm-1:25 am

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3:10 am-6:45 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$1,096

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Detroit and Nairobi?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Nairobi?

The cheapest month to fly to Nairobi from Detroit is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $634, 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 October, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $727.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Detroit 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 $1,205 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 $930 on momondo.

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The fastest flight from Detroit to Nairobi takes 19h 05m

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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 19h 05m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to Nairobi?
Prices for flights from Detroit to Nairobi were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit to Nairobi?
As of May 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Detroit to Nairobi.
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.

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Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $741	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,727 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $790	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,367 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $839	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,453 reviews	Search Delta flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $874	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 305 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $957	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,002 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $971	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,718 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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