Are direct flights from Nairobi to Washington, D.C. always the best option?

Direct flights can offer convenience and save travel time, but they are not always the most economical choice. Flights with layovers may sometimes be significantly cheaper, especially for longer distances. Weigh the cost savings against the additional travel duration and potential inconvenience.

Can flexible travel dates help on Nairobi to Washington, D.C. flights?

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

What extra costs should I check before booking Nairobi to Washington, D.C. 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. Understanding these additional fees can help you calculate the true total cost of your journey.

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Nairobi to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.

Most itineraries for flights from Nairobi to Washington, D.C. connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. For the remaining itineraries, the typical number of connections is 2, meaning you will generally have at least two stops on your journey.

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Nairobi to Washington, D.C., the typical journey time, including connections, is 47h 40m. This reflects the median duration across all observed itineraries, which predominantly involve multiple stops.

Fares for flights from Nairobi to Washington, D.C. typically range from $1023–$2465, with a median of $1659. Right now, fares are near the typical level. Approximately 25% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating a quarter of travelers found deals significantly below the median. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert can help you track fare changes.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.? The most affordable months to fly are January, with a median fare of $677, followed by December at $720, and November at $999. These months offer significantly lower median prices compared to the overall typical range, presenting opportunities for more budget-friendly travel.

The route from Nairobi to Washington, D.C. covers a substantial distance of 12155 km, classifying it as a long-haul journey. This considerable distance contributes to the extended travel times and the prevalence of connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.

Regular price: $1,010 - $1,762

Prices for flights from Nairobi to Washington, D.C. are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Nairobi to Washington, D.C. typically range from $1010 to $1762. The current lowest deal is $879 with Saudia, for travel from Nov 3-Nov 7.

now $879

Low $1,010

High $1,762

The cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.

The cheapest month to fly from NBO to WAS is January, with a median price of $677. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $2575. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $677

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,575

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.

Etihad Airways

Ethiopian Airlines

Deutsche Luft Hansa

Turkish Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Washington, D.C.

Nairobi (NBO) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

$1,653

$1,069

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Washington, D.C.

Nairobi (NBO) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Etihad Airways

$1,753

$995

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Washington, D.C.

Nairobi (NBO) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Etihad Airways

$1,458

$1,002

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Washington, D.C.

Nairobi (NBO) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Etihad Airways

$1,738

$966

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Washington, D.C.

Nairobi (NBO) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Etihad Airways

$1,533

$996

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Washington, D.C.

Nairobi (NBO) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

$1,534

$1,068

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.

4 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 19

$1,753 → $995

43%

4 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 20

$1,753 → $1,068

39%

7 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 24

$1,785 → $1,107

38%

7 nights

Sep 20 - Sep 27

$1,765 → $1,108

37%

Popular Airports to fly from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.

Nairobi - Washington, D.C. route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

Recent fares for Nairobi to Washington, D.C. are near the typical level of $1659.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Washington, D.C., with a median price of $677.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 47h 40m long.

Flights from Nairobi to Washington, D.C. typically take 47h 40m, with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Saudia offers a recent deal for $879.

Saudia recently offered a deal for $879 from Nairobi to Washington Dulles International.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Deals for flights from Nairobi to Washington, D.C. appear frequently, about every 30 days.

Nairobi main airports to depart from

Jomo Kenyatta International (NBO)

Cheapest

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is a primary option for flights from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.

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

💸 Flights from ~$687

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

Washington Dulles International is a good option for flights from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~36 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$689

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Philadelphia International offers extensive route networks and carrier competition, often resulting in lower fares.

📍 ~200 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or Amtrak Northeast Regional service)

💸 Flights from ~$1,137

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Oct 01

Washington, D.C., United States

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From NBO

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Oct 13

Washington, D.C., United States

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$2,326

$1,974

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United Airlines

Business Class

From NBO

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Oct 01

Washington, D.C., United States

76% AI deal score

$2,331

$2,322

Save $9

United Airlines

Business Class

From NBO

Elite

Oct 14

Washington, D.C., United States

75% AI deal score

$2,709

United Airlines

Business Class

From NBO

Elite

Oct 13

Washington, D.C., United States

75% AI deal score

$2,727

United Airlines

Business Class

From NBO

Elite

Oct 01

Washington, D.C., United States

75% AI deal score

$3,075

United Airlines

Business Class

From NBO

Elite

Oct 14

Washington, D.C., United States

75% AI deal score

$3,502

Lufthansa

Business Class

From NBO

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Sep 19

Washington, D.C., United States

74% AI deal score

$7,249

$7,028

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From NBO

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Oct 03

Washington, D.C., United States

74% AI deal score

$3,484

Brussels Airlines

Business Class

From NBO

Elite

Oct 03

Washington, D.C., United States

74% AI deal score

$3,488

Brussels Airlines

Business Class

From NBO

Elite

Oct 14

Washington, D.C., United States

74% AI deal score

$3,502

Lufthansa

Business Class

From NBO

Elite

Oct 14

Washington, D.C., United States

74% AI deal score

$3,502

Lufthansa

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking platforms can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch drops in fares.

Booking flights in advance, often several months out, can sometimes lead to lower prices. However, last-minute deals can occasionally appear, so monitoring prices is usually a good strategy. The ideal booking time can vary, so consistent checking is beneficial.

Comparing flights to and from nearby airports can often provide more options and potentially lower fares. Sometimes, flying into or out of a slightly more distant airport can result in significant savings. Always consider the additional travel time and cost to reach your final destination.

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Nairobi to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.

How much is a round trip from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.

Regular price: $1,010 - $1,762

Prices for flights from Nairobi to Washington, D.C. are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Nairobi to Washington, D.C. typically range from $1010 to $1762. The current lowest deal is $879 with Saudia, for travel from Nov 3-Nov 7.

now $879

Low $1,010

High $1,762

The cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $677

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,575

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.

Etihad Airways

Ethiopian Airlines

Deutsche Luft Hansa

Turkish Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Washington, D.C.

Nairobi (NBO) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

$1,653

$1,069

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Washington, D.C.

Nairobi (NBO) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Etihad Airways

$1,753

$995

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Washington, D.C.

Nairobi (NBO) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Etihad Airways

$1,458

$1,002

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Washington, D.C.

Nairobi (NBO) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Etihad Airways

$1,738

$966

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Washington, D.C.

Nairobi (NBO) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Etihad Airways

$1,533

$996

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Washington, D.C.

Nairobi (NBO) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

$1,534

$1,068

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.

4 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 19

$1,753 → $995

43%

4 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 20

$1,753 → $1,068

39%

7 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 24

$1,785 → $1,107

38%

7 nights

Sep 20 - Sep 27

$1,765 → $1,108

37%

Popular Airports to fly from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.

Nairobi - Washington, D.C. route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

Recent fares for Nairobi to Washington, D.C. are near the typical level of $1659.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Washington, D.C., with a median price of $677.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 47h 40m long.

Flights from Nairobi to Washington, D.C. typically take 47h 40m, with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Saudia offers a recent deal for $879.

Saudia recently offered a deal for $879 from Nairobi to Washington Dulles International.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Deals for flights from Nairobi to Washington, D.C. appear frequently, about every 30 days.

Nairobi main airports to depart from

Jomo Kenyatta International (NBO)

Cheapest

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is a primary option for flights from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.

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

💸 Flights from ~$687

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

Washington Dulles International is a good option for flights from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~36 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$689

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Philadelphia International offers extensive route networks and carrier competition, often resulting in lower fares.

📍 ~200 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or Amtrak Northeast Regional service)

💸 Flights from ~$1,137

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Washington, D.C.

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Best Elite deals to Washington, D.C.

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From NBO

Elite

Oct 01

Washington, D.C., United States

88% AI deal score

$2,332

$1,936

Save $396

United Airlines

Business Class

From NBO

Elite

Oct 13

Washington, D.C., United States

83% AI deal score

$2,326

$1,974

Save $352

United Airlines

Business Class

From NBO

Elite

Oct 01

Washington, D.C., United States

76% AI deal score

$2,331

$2,322

Save $9

United Airlines

Business Class

From NBO

Elite

Oct 14

Washington, D.C., United States

75% AI deal score

$2,709

United Airlines

Business Class

From NBO

Elite

Oct 13

Washington, D.C., United States

75% AI deal score

$2,727

United Airlines

Business Class

From NBO

Elite

Oct 01

Washington, D.C., United States

75% AI deal score

$3,075

United Airlines

Business Class

From NBO

Elite

Oct 14

Washington, D.C., United States

75% AI deal score

$3,502

Lufthansa

Business Class

From NBO

Elite

Sep 19

Washington, D.C., United States

74% AI deal score

$7,249

$7,028

Save $221

From NBO

Elite

Oct 03

Washington, D.C., United States

74% AI deal score

$3,484

Brussels Airlines

Business Class

From NBO

Elite

Oct 03

Washington, D.C., United States

74% AI deal score

$3,488

Brussels Airlines

Business Class

From NBO

Elite

Oct 14

Washington, D.C., United States

74% AI deal score

$3,502

Lufthansa

Business Class

From NBO

Elite

Oct 14

Washington, D.C., United States

74% AI deal score

$3,502

Lufthansa

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

Cheap Flights from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.

Today’s best flight deals from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.

Nairobi to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.

How much is a round trip from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.

The cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.

Direct flights from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.

Last-minute flights going from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.

Popular Airports to fly from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.

Nairobi - Washington, D.C. route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

January is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Flights are typically 47h 40m long.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Saudia offers a recent deal for $879.

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Nairobi main airports to depart from

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Washington, D.C.

Best Elite deals to Washington, D.C.

Oct 01

Oct 13

Oct 01

Oct 14

Oct 13

Oct 01

Oct 14

Sep 19

Oct 03

Oct 03

Oct 14

Oct 14

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

How can I find cheap flights from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.?

When should I book flights from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.?

Are direct flights from Nairobi to Washington, D.C. always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Nairobi to Washington, D.C. flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Nairobi to Washington, D.C. flights?

Related routes

More routes from Nairobi

Flights to Washington, D.C. from other cities

Nairobi to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.

How much is a round trip from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.

The cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.

Direct flights from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.

Last-minute flights going from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.

Popular Airports to fly from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.

Nairobi - Washington, D.C. route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

January is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Flights are typically 47h 40m long.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Saudia offers a recent deal for $879.

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Nairobi main airports to depart from

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Washington, D.C.

Best Elite deals to Washington, D.C.

Oct 01

Oct 13

Oct 01

Oct 14

Oct 13

Oct 01

Oct 14

Sep 19

Oct 03

Oct 03

Oct 14

Oct 14

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

How can I find cheap flights from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.?

When should I book flights from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Nairobi to Washington, D.C.?