What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

What is the most punctual flight time for the United States to Kenya flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

How often are flights from the United States to Kenya delayed?

Historically, on average around 20% of flights between United States and Kenya have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 175 minutes.

What airlines fly to Kenya?

Delta, Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Kenya from United States according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 33% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Kenya. Keep in mind that there are 21 different airlines that fly to Kenya on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on the United States to Kenya flights?

According to our data, Kenya Airways have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 20% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How long is the flight from United States to Kenya?

The flight from United States to Kenya depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from New York (a popular airport in United States) to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Kenya), then the flight time is 13h 30m on average. If you fly from Boston (another popular airport in United States) to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 19h 25m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from United States to Kenya?

Etihad Airways, Delta, and JetBlue are the most popular carriers operating from United States to Kenya

When did momondo last update prices for flights from United States to Kenya?

Prices for flights from United States to Kenya are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from United States to Kenya?

As of March 2026, there are 21 operators available to choose from for flights from United States to Kenya.

How old do you have to be to fly from United States to Kenya?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from United States to Kenya.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kenya?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Kenya 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 Kenya. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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12:25 am - 1:25 am

EWR

NBO

18h 00m

1 stop

3:10 am - 10:30 pm

NBO

EWR

26h 20m

1 stop

$738Turkish Airlines

Tue, Apr 7 - Wed, May 6

12:25 am - 1:25 am

EWR

NBO

18h 00m

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3:10 am - 10:30 pm

NBO

EWR

26h 20m

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12:25 am - 1:25 am

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NBO

18h 00m

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3:10 am - 10:30 pm

NBO

EWR

26h 20m

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$757Turkish Airlines

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3:10 pm - 12:30 pm

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NBO

38h 20m

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7:00 am - 9:45 am

NBO

IAD

33h 45m

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$785Etihad Airways

Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 15

3:10 pm - 6:10 am

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NBO

32h 00m

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1:30 am - 9:45 am

NBO

IAD

39h 15m

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11:00 am - 10:45 am

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NBO

16h 45m

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11:35 pm - 4:59 pm

NBO

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24h 24m

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$813Kenya Airways

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11:35 pm - 5:07 pm

NBO

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24h 32m

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4:30 pm - 11:50 pm

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1:20 am - 12:25 pm

NBO

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21h 05m

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1:30 pm - 8:45 pm

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21h 15m

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11:05 pm - 11:15 am

NBO

SEA

22h 10m

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$902Delta

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5:35 pm - 9:55 pm

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42h 20m

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11:50 pm - 11:42 am

NBO

SEA

21h 52m

1 stop

$907Delta

Mon, Apr 13 - Wed, May 13

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Apr 7

EWR12:25 amNewark

18h 00m

1 stop

NBO1:25 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

May 6

NBO3:10 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

26h 20m

1 stop

EWR10:30 pmNewark

$738

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May 2

EWR12:25 amNewark

18h 00m

1 stop

NBO1:25 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

May 13

NBO3:10 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

26h 20m

1 stop

EWR10:30 pmNewark

$745

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Apr 29

EWR12:25 amNewark

18h 00m

1 stop

NBO1:25 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

May 18

NBO3:10 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

26h 20m

1 stop

EWR10:30 pmNewark

$757

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May 7

SEA4:30 pmSeattle/Tacoma Intl

21h 20m

1 stop

NBO11:50 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Jun 28

NBO1:20 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

21h 05m

1 stop

SEA12:25 pmSeattle/Tacoma Intl

$900

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Apr 5

SEA4:25 pmSeattle/Tacoma Intl

28h 25m

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NBO6:50 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

May 4

NBO1:20 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

28h 26m

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SEA7:46 pmSeattle/Tacoma Intl

$914

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Apr 3

SEA4:25 pmSeattle/Tacoma Intl

28h 25m

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NBO6:50 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Apr 15

NBO4:10 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

30h 35m

1 stop

SEA12:45 pmSeattle/Tacoma Intl

$927

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1 stop18h 00m

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3:10 am-10:30 pm

1 stop26h 20m

$738

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EWR - NBO

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Newark

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12:25 am-1:25 am

1 stop18h 00m

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Wed 5/13

3:10 am-10:30 pm

1 stop26h 20m

$745

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EWRNBO

Newark

Wed 4/29

12:25 am-1:25 am

1 stop18h 00m

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Mon 5/18

3:10 am-10:30 pm

1 stop26h 20m

$757

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IAD - NBO

IADNBO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/8

3:10 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop38h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 9/15

7:00 am-9:45 am

1 stop33h 45m

$785

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IAD - NBO

IADNBO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 3/29

3:10 pm-6:10 am

1 stop32h 00m

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1:30 am-9:45 am

1 stop39h 15m

$793

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Mon 4/27

11:00 am-10:45 am

1 stop16h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 5/11

11:35 pm-4:59 pm

1 stop24h 24m

$813

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DCA - NBO

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 5/8

6:09 am-10:45 am

1 stop21h 36m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 5/21

11:35 pm-5:07 pm

1 stop24h 32m

$823

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SEA - NBO

SEANBO

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 5/7

4:30 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop21h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 6/28

1:20 am-12:25 pm

1 stop21h 05m

$900

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SEA - NBO

SEANBO

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 5/2

1:30 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop21h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 5/18

11:05 pm-11:15 am

1 stop22h 10m

$902

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SEA - NBO

SEANBO

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 4/13

5:35 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop42h 20m

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11:50 pm-11:42 am

1 stop21h 52m

$907

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Kenya?

In general, October is the cheapest month to fly from United States to Kenya. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $963. The month of September is another great option to travel to Kenya, with average flight prices from United States averaging around $972.

What is the cheapest United States to Kenya flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Kenya from United States when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Kenya for around $1,170 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Kenya from United States for as low as $1,071 on momondo.

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Best Price Found	$484
Fastest flight time	13h 30m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Kenya	28 airports

The best one-way flight to Kenya from United States in the past 72 hours is $484. The best round-trip flight deal from United States to Kenya found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,033.

The fastest flight from United States to Kenya takes 13h 30m

Direct flights go from United States to Kenya every day.

There are 28 airports in Kenya. From United States there are direct flights to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO).

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As of March 2026, there are 21 operators available to choose from for flights from United States to Kenya.
How old do you have to be to fly from United States to Kenya?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from United States to Kenya.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kenya?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Kenya 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 Kenya. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from United States to Kenya?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between United States and Kenya, the leading plane model is Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, making up 87.83% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with 2.98%, Airbus A330-900neo with 2.65%, and Airbus A320 (sharklets) with 2.40%.

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Delta	PriceFrom $642	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,288 reviews	Search Delta flights
Egyptair	PriceFrom $725	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 413 reviews	Search Egyptair flights
SAUDIA	PriceFrom $737	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 664 reviews	Search SAUDIA flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $737	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,736 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $752	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,426 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $775	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 972 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $781	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,258 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $858	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 298 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $873	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,858 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $898	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,797 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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