Are direct flights from Nairobi to Seattle always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, they are not always the most economical choice. Flights with connections can sometimes be more affordable, depending on the route and airline.

Can flexible travel dates help on Nairobi to Seattle flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding better flight deals. Prices can vary significantly between different days of the week or even within the same week. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may result in savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Nairobi to Seattle flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Being aware of these fees can help you budget accurately for your trip.

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2026-10-22 – 2026-10-29
NBO - Seattle
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$1,412
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$1,125
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Nairobi to Seattle: Overview

Insights for flights from Nairobi to Seattle

Most itineraries for cheap flights from Nairobi to Seattle are connecting flights, with 0% of recent fares being non-stop. When connections are necessary, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you will almost certainly have at least two stops on your journey.

Fares for flights from Nairobi to Seattle typically range from $1226–$2821, with a median of $1958. Right now, fares are significantly below the typical level. Approximately 43% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that favorable deals are often available for this route. New deals appear almost daily, making it beneficial to monitor prices regularly.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Seattle? The most affordable months to fly are typically January, with a median fare of $930, followed by April at $1111, and November at $1191. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median, presenting the best opportunities for savings.

A typical journey from Nairobi to Seattle takes approximately 51h 10m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a substantial distance of 14,508 km. Given the distance and the nature of available itineraries, travelers should anticipate an extended travel time.

How much is a round trip from Nairobi to Seattle

Regular price: $1,181 - $2,172

Prices for flights from Nairobi to Seattle are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Nairobi to Seattle is between $1181 and $2172. The current lowest deal is $1119 with Qatar Airways for travel from Oct 8-Oct 23.

now $1,119

Low $1,181

High $2,172

The cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Seattle

The cheapest month to fly from NBO to SEA is January, with a median price of $930. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $2959. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $930

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,959

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Nairobi to Seattle

Qatar Airways

Turkish Airlines

Air France

Deutsche Luft Hansa

Last-minute flights going from Nairobi to Seattle

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Seattle

Nairobi (NBO) - Seattle (SEA)

$1,589

$1,190

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Seattle

Nairobi (NBO) - Seattle (SEA)

$1,597

$1,190

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Seattle

Nairobi (NBO) - Seattle (SEA)

$1,597

$1,195

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Seattle

Nairobi (NBO) - Seattle (SEA)

$1,600

$1,204

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Seattle

Nairobi (NBO) - Seattle (SEA)

$1,586

$1,273

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Seattle

Nairobi (NBO) - Seattle (SEA)

$1,589

$1,276

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Nairobi to Seattle

2 nights

Sep 19 - Sep 21

$1,933 → $1,373

29%

3 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 21

$1,915 → $1,358

29%

4 nights

Sep 19 - Sep 23

$1,916 → $1,373

28%

4 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 22

$1,916 → $1,380

28%

Popular Airports to fly from Nairobi to Seattle

Nairobi - Seattle route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Nairobi to Seattle are below the typical level, with 43% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

January, April, and November offer the lowest median prices.

Historically, January ($930), April ($1111), and November ($1191) are the cheapest months to fly.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 51h 10m.

Flights from Nairobi to Seattle typically involve 2 stopovers, with a median duration of 51h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route.

There are no direct flights available; connecting flights are the only option for this long-haul route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Qatar Airways offers the most deals.

Qatar Airways has 68 deals, making it the most frequent provider of connecting flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently, offering good value.

Deals for flights from Nairobi to Seattle are frequent, appearing often over a 30-day window.

Nairobi main airports to depart from

Jomo Kenyatta International (NBO)

Cheapest

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is a primary option for flights from Nairobi to Seattle.

📍 ~12 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,128

Seattle main airports to arrive at

Seattle–Tacoma International (SEA)

Cheapest

Seattle–Tacoma International is a major airport for flights from Nairobi to Seattle.

📍 ~18 km from Seattle city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,123

Airports nearby Seattle used as alternative

Paine Field Everett (PAE)

Paine Field Everett is a useful alternative for travelers located in North Seattle or Snohomish County.

📍 ~40 km from Seattle (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,501

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Seattle

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From NBO

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Nov 07

Seattle, United States

89% AI deal score

$5,645

$4,798

Save $847

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Business Class

From NBO

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Oct 28

Seattle, United States

89% AI deal score

$5,857

$4,832

Save $1,025

Egyptair, +1

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From NBO

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Oct 28

Seattle, United States

89% AI deal score

$5,936

$4,832

Save $1,104

Egyptair, +1

Business Class

From NBO

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Oct 28

Seattle, United States

89% AI deal score

$5,996

$4,854

Save $1,142

Egyptair, +1

Business Class

From NBO

Elite

Oct 28

Seattle, United States

89% AI deal score

$5,950

$4,854

Save $1,096

Egyptair, +1

Business Class

From NBO

Elite

Oct 28

Seattle, United States

89% AI deal score

$5,943

$4,899

Save $1,044

Egyptair, +1

Business Class

From NBO

Elite

Oct 28

Seattle, United States

88% AI deal score

$5,847

$4,866

Save $981

Egyptair, +1

Business Class

From NBO

Elite

Nov 11

Seattle, United States

88% AI deal score

$5,920

$5,059

Save $861

Etihad Airways, +1

Business Class

From NBO

Elite

Jan 30

Seattle, United States

88% AI deal score

$6,167

$5,099

Save $1,068

Etihad Airways, +1

Business Class

From NBO

Elite

Jan 30

Seattle, United States

88% AI deal score

$6,177

$5,112

Save $1,065

Etihad Airways, +1

Business Class

From NBO

Elite

Jan 30

Seattle, United States

88% AI deal score

$6,437

$5,214

Save $1,223

Etihad Airways, +1

Business Class

From NBO

Elite

Nov 07

Seattle, United States

84% AI deal score

$5,502

$4,834

Save $668

Etihad Airways, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Seattle

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can also help uncover better deals. Setting up price alerts may notify you when fares drop for your desired route.

Booking in advance often provides more options and potentially lower prices, especially for international routes. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, so monitoring prices over time is usually a good strategy. There isn't a single best time that guarantees the lowest fare.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes reveal alternative flight options or different pricing. While it may add to your ground travel, the potential savings on airfare could be significant. It's often worth checking if other airports in the region serve your destination.

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Nairobi to Seattle: Overview

Insights for flights from Nairobi to Seattle

How much is a round trip from Nairobi to Seattle

Regular price: $1,181 - $2,172

Prices for flights from Nairobi to Seattle are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Nairobi to Seattle is between $1181 and $2172. The current lowest deal is $1119 with Qatar Airways for travel from Oct 8-Oct 23.

now $1,119

Low $1,181

High $2,172

The cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Seattle

January

Cheapest

Flights from $930

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,959

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Nairobi to Seattle

Qatar Airways

Turkish Airlines

Air France

Deutsche Luft Hansa

Last-minute flights going from Nairobi to Seattle

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Seattle

Nairobi (NBO) - Seattle (SEA)

$1,589

$1,190

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Seattle

Nairobi (NBO) - Seattle (SEA)

$1,597

$1,190

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Seattle

Nairobi (NBO) - Seattle (SEA)

$1,597

$1,195

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Seattle

Nairobi (NBO) - Seattle (SEA)

$1,600

$1,204

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Seattle

Nairobi (NBO) - Seattle (SEA)

$1,586

$1,273

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Seattle

Nairobi (NBO) - Seattle (SEA)

$1,589

$1,276

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Nairobi to Seattle

2 nights

Sep 19 - Sep 21

$1,933 → $1,373

29%

3 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 21

$1,915 → $1,358

29%

4 nights

Sep 19 - Sep 23

$1,916 → $1,373

28%

4 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 22

$1,916 → $1,380

28%

Popular Airports to fly from Nairobi to Seattle

Nairobi - Seattle route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Nairobi to Seattle are below the typical level, with 43% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

January, April, and November offer the lowest median prices.

Historically, January ($930), April ($1111), and November ($1191) are the cheapest months to fly.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 51h 10m.

Flights from Nairobi to Seattle typically involve 2 stopovers, with a median duration of 51h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route.

There are no direct flights available; connecting flights are the only option for this long-haul route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Qatar Airways offers the most deals.

Qatar Airways has 68 deals, making it the most frequent provider of connecting flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently, offering good value.

Deals for flights from Nairobi to Seattle are frequent, appearing often over a 30-day window.

Nairobi main airports to depart from

Jomo Kenyatta International (NBO)

Cheapest

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is a primary option for flights from Nairobi to Seattle.

📍 ~12 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,128

Seattle main airports to arrive at

Seattle–Tacoma International (SEA)

Cheapest

Seattle–Tacoma International is a major airport for flights from Nairobi to Seattle.

📍 ~18 km from Seattle city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,123

Airports nearby Seattle used as alternative

Paine Field Everett (PAE)

Paine Field Everett is a useful alternative for travelers located in North Seattle or Snohomish County.

Seattle, United States

84% AI deal score

$5,502

$4,834

Save $668

Etihad Airways, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Seattle

Cheap Flights from Nairobi to Seattle

Today’s best flight deals from Nairobi to Seattle

Nairobi to Seattle: Overview

Insights for flights from Nairobi to Seattle

How much is a round trip from Nairobi to Seattle

The cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Seattle

Direct flights from Nairobi to Seattle

Last-minute flights going from Nairobi to Seattle

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Nairobi to Seattle

Popular Airports to fly from Nairobi to Seattle

Nairobi - Seattle route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

January, April, and November offer the lowest median prices.

Connecting flights average 51h 10m.

Connecting flights are dominant for this route.

Qatar Airways offers the most deals.

Deals appear frequently, offering good value.

Nairobi main airports to depart from

Seattle main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Seattle used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Seattle

Best Elite deals to Seattle

Nov 07

Oct 28

Oct 28

Oct 28

Oct 28

Oct 28

Oct 28

Nov 11

Jan 30

Jan 30

Jan 30

Nov 07

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Seattle

How can I find cheap flights from Nairobi to Seattle?

When should I book flights from Nairobi to Seattle?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Nairobi to Seattle?

Are direct flights from Nairobi to Seattle always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Nairobi to Seattle flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Nairobi to Seattle flights?

Related routes

More routes from Nairobi

Flights to Seattle from other cities

Nairobi to Seattle: Overview

Insights for flights from Nairobi to Seattle

How much is a round trip from Nairobi to Seattle

The cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Seattle

Direct flights from Nairobi to Seattle

Last-minute flights going from Nairobi to Seattle

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Nairobi to Seattle

Popular Airports to fly from Nairobi to Seattle

Nairobi - Seattle route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

January, April, and November offer the lowest median prices.

Connecting flights average 51h 10m.

Connecting flights are dominant for this route.

Qatar Airways offers the most deals.

Deals appear frequently, offering good value.

Nairobi main airports to depart from

Seattle main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Seattle used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Seattle

Best Elite deals to Seattle

Nov 07

Oct 28

Oct 28

Oct 28

Oct 28

Oct 28

Oct 28

Nov 11

Jan 30

Jan 30

Jan 30

Nov 07

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Seattle

How can I find cheap flights from Nairobi to Seattle?

When should I book flights from Nairobi to Seattle?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Nairobi to Seattle?