How long does it take to fly to Nairobi?

Flight times from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi vary, but if you’re flying out of Washington, D.C. and flying into Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 19h 47m on average. Another popular route from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi is flying from Baltimore to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, which will take roughly 21h 45m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

Etihad Airways, Delta, and Kenya Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi

What airlines fly to Nairobi?

Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Air and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Nairobi from Washington, D.C. according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Nairobi. Keep in mind that there are 19 different airlines that fly to Nairobi on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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There are 19 operators available for flights from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi as of February 2026.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Nairobi 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. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $863 to $1,019. The lowest price recently found on this route was $785.

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3:35 pm - 12:50 am

IAD

NBO

26h 15m

1 stop

7:15 am - 10:05 am

NBO

IAD

33h 50m

1 stop

$785Etihad Airways

Mon, Mar 16 - Fri, Mar 27

3:10 pm - 6:10 am

IAD

NBO

32h 00m

1 stop

1:35 pm - 9:45 am

NBO

IAD

27h 10m

1 stop

$787Etihad Airways

Sun, Apr 5 - Sat, May 16

3:10 pm - 12:35 am

IAD

NBO

26h 25m

1 stop

1:35 pm - 9:45 am

NBO

IAD

27h 10m

1 stop

$791Etihad Airways

Wed, Apr 8 - Mon, May 4

10:15 pm - 3:05 am

IAD

NBO

21h 50m

1 stop

3:10 am - 11:35 am

NBO

IAD

39h 25m

1 stop

$793Turkish Airlines

Wed, Mar 11 - Mon, Mar 30

6:14 am - 10:15 am

DCA

NBO

21h 01m

1 stop

11:35 pm - 5:30 pm

NBO

DCA

24h 55m

1 stop

$809Kenya Airways

Sun, Mar 15 - Thu, Apr 30

5:09 pm - 10:15 am

DCA

NBO

34h 06m

1 stop

11:35 pm - 5:00 pm

NBO

DCA

24h 25m

1 stop

$813Kenya Airways

Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 24

3:35 pm - 9:55 pm

BWI

NBO

23h 20m

2 stops

11:05 pm - 4:49 pm

NBO

BWI

24h 44m

2 stops

$893Delta

Fri, Apr 10 - Mon, Apr 27

6:15 am - 8:20 pm

BWI

NBO

31h 05m

2 stops

10:20 pm - 12:33 am

NBO

BWI

33h 13m

2 stops

$935United Airlines

Sun, May 10 - Mon, Jun 1

6:50 pm - 8:20 pm

BWI

NBO

42h 30m

2 stops

10:20 pm - 5:33 pm

NBO

BWI

26h 13m

2 stops

$941United Airlines

Sat, Apr 11 - Mon, Apr 27

10:40 am - 9:55 pm

BWI

NBO

28h 15m

2 stops

11:05 pm - 12:38 am

NBO

BWI

32h 33m

2 stops

$944Delta

Mon, Apr 13 - Mon, Apr 20

Turkish Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi

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Turkish Airlines

Mar 11

IAD10:15 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

21h 50m

1 stop

NBO3:05 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mar 30

NBO3:10 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

39h 25m

1 stop

IAD11:35 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$793

Turkish Airlines

Mar 3

IAD1:30 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

29h 35m

1 stop

NBO3:05 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mar 10

NBO4:50 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

22h 30m

1 stop

IAD8:20 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$820

Turkish Airlines

Mar 1

IAD1:30 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

29h 35m

1 stop

NBO3:05 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

May 31

NBO3:10 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

39h 25m

1 stop

IAD11:35 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$830

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British Airways

Apr 11

BWI9:30 pmBaltimore/Washington

40h 20m

1 stop

NBO8:50 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Apr 16

NBO11:05 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

27h 35m

1 stop

BWI7:40 pmBaltimore/Washington

$1,121

British Airways

Apr 12

BWI9:35 pmBaltimore/Washington

40h 15m

1 stop

NBO8:50 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

May 3

NBO11:05 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

27h 35m

1 stop

BWI7:40 pmBaltimore/Washington

$1,133

British Airways

Mar 10

BWI6:37 pmBaltimore/Washington

44h 03m

2 stops

NBO9:40 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mar 24

NBO11:55 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

26h 50m

1 stop

BWI7:45 pmBaltimore/Washington

$1,335

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Mon 3/16

3:35 pm-12:50 am

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Fri 3/27

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Sun 4/5

3:10 pm-6:10 am

1 stop32h 00m

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Sat 5/16

1:35 pm-9:45 am

1 stop27h 10m

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1 stop26h 25m

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1:35 pm-9:45 am

1 stop27h 10m

$791

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

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Wed 3/11

10:15 pm-3:05 am

1 stop21h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 3/30

3:10 am-11:35 am

1 stop39h 25m

$793

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

DCA - NBO

DCANBO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 3/15

6:14 am-10:15 am

1 stop21h 01m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 4/30

11:35 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop24h 55m

$809

Washington, D.C.Nairobi

DCA - NBO

DCANBO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 3/10

5:09 pm-10:15 am

1 stop34h 06m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 3/24

11:35 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop24h 25m

$813

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BWI - NBO

BWINBO

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 4/10

3:35 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops23h 20m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 4/27

11:05 pm-4:49 pm

2 stops24h 44m

$893

BaltimoreNairobi

BWI - NBO

BWINBO

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 5/10

6:15 am-8:20 pm

2 stops31h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 6/1

10:20 pm-12:33 am

2 stops33h 13m

$935

BaltimoreNairobi

BWI - NBO

BWINBO

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 4/11

6:50 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops42h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 4/27

10:20 pm-5:33 pm

2 stops26h 13m

$941

BaltimoreNairobi

BWI - NBO

BWINBO

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 4/13

10:40 am-9:55 pm

2 stops28h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 4/20

11:05 pm-12:38 am

2 stops32h 33m

$944

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Washington, D.C. and Nairobi?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Nairobi?

The cheapest month to fly to Nairobi from Washington, D.C. is in April. Flight prices, which tend to average around $886, 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 April, then flying in November is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $894.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Nairobi from Washington, D.C. when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Nairobi for around $1,056 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Nairobi from Washington, D.C. for as low as $1,024 on momondo.

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The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi takes 18h 20m

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A flight from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi will travel around 7539.5 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 18h 20m.
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How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Washington, D.C. to Nairobi.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nairobi?
The required travel and health documents for your Nairobi 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. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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SWISS	PriceFrom $382	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,885 reviews	Search SWISS flights
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