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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Columbus to Nairobi? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $2,423. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Nairobi.$2,065 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Jan, returning Sun, 28 Feb.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 6 Jan, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sun, 28 Feb, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,065, select.

Nairobi.$2,065 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug, returning Tue, 20 Oct.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,065, select.

Nairobi.$2,099 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Aug, returning Tue, 8 Sep.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Port Columbus on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,099, select.

Nairobi.$2,222 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 Jan, returning Fri, 5 Mar.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Fri, 5 Mar, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,222, select.

Nairobi.$2,231 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb, returning Mon, 15 Feb.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 15 Feb, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,231, select.

Nairobi.$2,242 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov, returning Wed, 10 Feb.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 10 Feb, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,242, select.

Nairobi.$2,423 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Aug, returning Tue, 18 Aug.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,423, select.

Nairobi.$2,943 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Jul, returning Mon, 19 Oct.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 6 Jul, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,943, select.

Nairobi.$2,945 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Jul, returning Mon, 27 Jul.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,945, select.

Nairobi.$3,036 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Dec, returning Mon, 11 Jan.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Sun, 27 Dec, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 11 Jan, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,036, select.

Nairobi.$3,224 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Jul, returning Sun, 2 Aug.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sun, 2 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,224, select.

Nairobi.$3,598 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Dec, returning Wed, 31 Mar.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Port Columbus on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 31 Mar, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,598, select.

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Alternative Columbus to Nairobi routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Columbus to Nairobi? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Nairobi Wilson

3km from central Nairobi

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Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta

13km from central Nairobi

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Columbus to Nairobi: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$2,063
Cheapest month to fly	January

Finding cheap flights from Columbus to Nairobi: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Nairobi?

There are 2 airports in Nairobi: Nairobi Wilson and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.

How much are return flights from Columbus to Nairobi?

The best price we found for a return flight from Columbus to Nairobi is $2,063. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which airlines fly direct from Columbus to Nairobi?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Columbus to Nairobi. But we found flights with one or more stops from $2,063.

How many flights are there a week from Columbus to Nairobi?

As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Columbus to Nairobi.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Columbus to Nairobi?

The cheapest month to fly from Columbus to Nairobi is usually January.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Nairobi?

If you're flying from Columbus, the cheapest airport near Nairobi is Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta – which is 13.2 km away from the centre of Nairobi. We've found flights into this airport from $2,063.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Columbus to Nairobi on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Columbus to Nairobi on Wednesday, 6 January 2027.

Can I get a direct flight from Columbus to Nairobi?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Columbus and Nairobi. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I get the best flight deal from Columbus to Nairobi?

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When is the best time to book flights to Nairobi?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Nairobi is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Nairobi?

In July, the average temperature is usually around 19°C. April is typically the warmest month in Nairobi, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is June, with temperatures averaging 13°C. The rainiest month is April.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Columbus to Nairobi with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Nairobi is Kenya Airways .

Flying from Columbus to Nairobi: what you need to know

Port Columbus Airport (CMH) is Columbus's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Columbus to Nairobi taking off from here.
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) and Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) are Nairobi's major entry points.
Nairobi is eight hours ahead of Columbus and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
For a relaxed travel experience, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your Columbus to Nairobi flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to Nairobi

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Flying from Columbus

Port Columbus Airport (CMH)

Finding a stopover on your Columbus to Nairobi flight is a breeze. Whether you'd like to potentially save on your fare or break up your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to explore your options. A major stop when leaving from Port Columbus Airport is New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK).
Travelling from central Columbus to CMH takes about 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Columbus to Nairobi? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Port Columbus Airport:
77% of flights departing from Port Columbus Airport arrive at their destination on time.
You'll find CMH at 4600 International Gateway.

Arriving in Nairobi

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near NBO if you're coming in on a late flight from Columbus to Nairobi. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport rental car and explore Nairobi and beyond with your own wheels. Auto-Union, Green Motion and Hertz are top outlets you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport around three weeks ahead of your Columbus to Nairobi flight.

Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)

After your flight from Columbus to Nairobi has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Nairobi is roughly 3 kilometres from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL).
You can expect the trip to take roughly 35 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Columbus to Nairobi, kick back at a hotel near WIL. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Why wait around for a taxi? A Nairobi Wilson Airport rental car lets you get going right away. Turn up the music and hit the highway with a set of wheels from Auto-Union or Unicorn rent a car.
Save time at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Secure your ride from WIL a few weeks in advance so you can just get the keys and go.

Best time to go to Nairobi

It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Columbus to Nairobi. August is the busiest month to travel to Nairobi. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in March.
Book a Columbus to Nairobi ticket departing in February if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Nairobi to range from 13ºC to 30ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Columbus to Nairobi in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC and 24ºC on average.

More about Nairobi

Once you've booked your flight from Columbus to Nairobi, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Nairobi:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Sheldrick Wildlife Trust Nursery, Giraffe manor and Mara Conservancy are must-do's during your Nairobi adventure.

Explore more of Kenya

Nairobi has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Kenya just waiting to be discovered. About 434 kilometres southeast of Nairobi, a trip to Mombasa will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Mombasa Marine Park & Reserve, Fort Jesus Museum and Mombasa Beach.
Nakuru is another well-known destination in Kenya and is around 137 kilometres northwest of Nairobi. No trip is complete without dropping by Lake Nakuru National Park, Lake Nakuru and Rhino Point.