Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Flights connecting via Paris (CDG) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 18h 47m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl?

Turkish Airlines, Etihad Airways, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Doha (DOH) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 37m.

What airlines fly to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Air and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport from Washington, D.C. according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 44% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. Keep in mind that there are 19 different airlines that fly to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Washington, D.C. and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Doha (DOH) was the most common stop: 43% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Flights via Addis Ababa (ADD) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $824.

How long does it take to fly to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in Washington, D.C. you fly out of and what airport in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport you fly into. For example, flying from Baltimore to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport takes 18h 25m on average. On the other hand, flying from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport takes 20h 15m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

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There are 19 operators available for flights from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport as of April 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

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 Washington, D.C. to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport.

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The required travel and health documents for your Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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3:10 pm - 12:30 pm

IAD

NBO

38h 20m

1 stop

7:00 am - 9:45 am

NBO

IAD

33h 45m

1 stop

$834Etihad Airways

Fri, Sep 18 - Wed, Sep 30

3:10 pm - 6:10 am

IAD

NBO

32h 00m

1 stop

1:35 pm - 9:45 am

NBO

IAD

27h 10m

1 stop

$835Etihad Airways

Sun, Sep 13 - Thu, Sep 24

11:00 am - 2:40 pm

IAD

NBO

20h 40m

1 stop

4:10 pm - 8:40 am

NBO

IAD

23h 30m

1 stop

$836Qatar Airways

Wed, May 13 - Wed, May 20

6:00 am - 10:45 am

IAD

NBO

21h 45m

2 stops

11:35 pm - 6:53 pm

NBO

IAD

26h 18m

1 stop

$838Kenya Airways

Mon, Apr 27 - Sun, May 10

3:10 pm - 12:35 am

IAD

NBO

26h 25m

1 stop

1:35 pm - 9:45 am

NBO

IAD

27h 10m

1 stop

$840Etihad Airways

Fri, Aug 14 - Mon, Sep 14

6:40 pm - 5:15 am

IAD

NBO

27h 35m

1 stop

6:55 am - 3:45 pm

NBO

IAD

39h 50m

1 stop

$846SAUDIA

Sat, Apr 11 - Wed, Apr 22

11:00 am - 10:45 am

DCA

NBO

16h 45m

1 stop

11:35 pm - 5:30 pm

NBO

DCA

24h 55m

1 stop

$851Kenya Airways

Mon, Apr 27 - Mon, May 4

10:42 am - 9:55 pm

BWI

NBO

28h 13m

2 stops

11:35 pm - 8:50 pm

NBO

BWI

28h 15m

2 stops

$1,077Delta

Thu, Apr 23 - Thu, May 21

1:00 pm - 8:45 pm

BWI

NBO

24h 45m

2 stops

11:35 pm - 3:43 pm

NBO

BWI

23h 08m

2 stops

$1,088Delta

Tue, Sep 15 - Sun, Sep 27

3:42 pm - 10:25 pm

BWI

NBO

23h 43m

3 stops

10:20 pm - 9:26 pm

NBO

BWI

30h 06m

2 stops

$1,154United Airlines

Tue, Apr 21 - Mon, May 25

SAUDIA flights from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport

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Apr 5

IAD6:40 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

22h 55m

1 stop

NBO12:35 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Apr 11

NBO2:25 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

20h 20m

1 stop

IAD3:45 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$842

SAUDIA

Apr 4

IAD6:40 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

27h 35m

1 stop

NBO5:15 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Apr 22

NBO6:55 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

39h 50m

1 stop

IAD3:45 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$843

SAUDIA

Apr 4

IAD6:40 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

27h 35m

1 stop

NBO5:15 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Apr 22

NBO6:55 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

39h 50m

1 stop

IAD3:45 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$844

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Etihad Airways

Sep 18

IAD3:10 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

38h 20m

1 stop

NBO12:30 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sep 30

NBO7:00 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

33h 45m

1 stop

IAD9:45 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$834

Etihad Airways

Sep 13

IAD3:10 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

32h 00m

1 stop

NBO6:10 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sep 24

NBO1:35 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

27h 10m

1 stop

IAD9:45 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$835

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Aug 14

IAD3:10 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

26h 25m

1 stop

NBO12:35 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sep 14

NBO1:35 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

27h 10m

1 stop

IAD9:45 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$840

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11:35 pm-6:53 pm

1 stop26h 18m

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Fri 8/14

3:10 pm-12:35 am

1 stop26h 25m

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1:35 pm-9:45 am

1 stop27h 10m

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Sat 4/11

6:40 pm-5:15 am

1 stop27h 35m

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Wed 4/22

6:55 am-3:45 pm

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11:00 am-10:45 am

1 stop16h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

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11:35 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop24h 55m

$851

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Thu 4/23

10:42 am-9:55 pm

2 stops28h 13m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 5/21

11:35 pm-8:50 pm

2 stops28h 15m

$1,077

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Tue 9/15

1:00 pm-8:45 pm

2 stops24h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 9/27

11:35 pm-3:43 pm

2 stops23h 08m

$1,088

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BWI - NBO

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Tue 4/21

3:42 pm-10:25 pm

3 stops23h 43m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 5/25

10:20 pm-9:26 pm

2 stops30h 06m

$1,154

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport from Washington, D.C. when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport for around $1,061 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 Washington, D.C. for as low as $992 on momondo.

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The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport takes 16h 45m

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How far is Washington, D.C. to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl by plane?
A flight from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl will travel around 7546.6 mi. Flights usually cover this in 16h 45m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
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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 Washington, D.C. to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
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