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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Minneapolis to Nairobi? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Nairobi.C$1,286 per passenger.Departing Sat, Sep 6, returning Wed, Oct 22.Round-trip flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Minneapolis St Paul on Sat, Sep 6, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, Oct 22, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,286, select.
Nairobi.C$1,291 per passenger.Departing Tue, Nov 25, returning Wed, Mar 25.Round-trip flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departing from Minneapolis St Paul on Tue, Nov 25, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, Mar 25, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,291, select.
Nairobi.C$1,291 per passenger.Departing Thu, Sep 25, returning Mon, Nov 10.Round-trip flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departing from Minneapolis St Paul on Thu, Sep 25, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, Nov 10, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,291, select.
Nairobi.C$1,293 per passenger.Departing Sun, Aug 31, returning Thu, Oct 2.Round-trip flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departing from Minneapolis St Paul on Sun, Aug 31, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, Oct 2, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,293, select.
Nairobi.C$1,293 per passenger.Departing Sun, Apr 26, returning Sun, May 10.Round-trip flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departing from Minneapolis St Paul on Sun, Apr 26, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sun, May 10, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,293, select.
Nairobi.C$1,293 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 9, returning Thu, Sep 18.Round-trip flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departing from Minneapolis St Paul on Tue, Sep 9, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, Sep 18, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,293, select.
Nairobi.C$1,293 per passenger.Departing Tue, May 26, returning Tue, Jun 9.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Minneapolis St Paul on Tue, May 26, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, Jun 9, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,293, select.
Nairobi.C$1,293 per passenger.Departing Fri, Aug 29, returning Tue, Sep 30.Round-trip flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departing from Minneapolis St Paul on Fri, Aug 29, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, Sep 30, arriving in Minneapolis St Paul.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,293, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Nairobi

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Minneapolis to Nairobi flights are currently cheapest in September.
Aug
from C$1,892
Sep
from C$1,293
Oct
from C$1,369
Nov
from C$1,298
Dec
from C$1,304
Jan
from C$1,294
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Mar
from C$1,294
Apr
from C$1,466
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Jun
from C$1,518
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Minneapolis to Nairobi: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$1,286
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Minneapolis to Nairobi: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Nairobi: Nairobi Wilson and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Minneapolis to Nairobi is C$1,286. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Minneapolis to Nairobi. But we found flights with one or more stops from C$1,286.
There are no flights flying from Minneapolis to Nairobi, as of August 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Nairobi is usually September.
If you're flying from Minneapolis, the cheapest airport near Nairobi is Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta – which is 13.2 km away from the center of Nairobi. We've found flights to this airport from C$1,286.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Minneapolis to Nairobi on Saturday, September 6, 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Minneapolis and Nairobi. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Nairobi but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
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.
In August, 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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Nairobi is Lufthansa.

Flying from Minneapolis to Nairobi: what you need to know

  • Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is Minneapolis's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Minneapolis to Nairobi departing from here.

  • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) and Wilson Airport (WIL) are Nairobi's chief entry points.

  • Nairobi's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Nairobi eight hours ahead of Minneapolis.

  • For a relaxed travel experience, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your Minneapolis to Nairobi flight.

  • If you're flying during a popular month like July, get to the terminal even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer during vacation periods like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.

How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Nairobi

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Minneapolis to Nairobi flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.

  • Finding cheap plane tickets from Minneapolis to Nairobi is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across every month and pick up a sweet deal.

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  • Save money on your Minneapolis to Nairobi flight with the help of our filters. Select your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from Minneapolis

Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)

  • Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Minneapolis to Nairobi flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

    • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • Travelling from central Minneapolis to MSP takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Catching an early flight from Minneapolis to Nairobi? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport:

  • Of all flights departing from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, 77.37% arrive on time at their destination.

  • You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.

Arriving in Nairobi

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

  • The distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi is approximately 11 kilometres. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Consider staying in a hotel close to NBO if you have a late flight from Minneapolis to Nairobi. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Follow your own route with a Jomo Kenyatta International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Auto-Union, Green Motion or Hertz and see more of Nairobi and beyond.

  • Reserving your ride from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.

Wilson Airport (WIL)

  • Wilson Airport (WIL) is about 2 kilometres from the centre of Nairobi. Following your flight from Minneapolis to Nairobi, it takes approximately 15 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.

  • You can expect the journey to take about 45 minutes on public transport.

  • After your flight from Minneapolis to Nairobi, rest your head at a hotel near WIL. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:

  • Why wait around? A Wilson Airport rental car lets you get going right away. Roll down your windows and hit the highway with a set of wheels from Auto-Union or Unicorn rent a car.

  • Get your ideal vehicle, not just whatever's left, by booking your ride from WIL before your arrival. You'll also avoid paying more than you have to, especially during busy airport times.

Best time to go to Nairobi

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Minneapolis to Nairobi. To travel when it's less crowded, go to Nairobi in February.

  • Lock in a Minneapolis to Nairobi ticket departing in March if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Nairobi to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • July sees average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Look for cheap flights from Minneapolis to Nairobi around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Nairobi

  • After booking your flight from Minneapolis to Nairobi, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these options your base for exploring Nairobi:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Nairobi National Park, The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Westlands Maasai Market D at the roof top are major attractions which should be on every Nairobi itinerary.

Explore more of Kenya

  • Nairobi has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Kenya you'll want to see. Around 434 kilometres south-east of Nairobi, a trip to Mombasa will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Fort Jesus, Haller Park and Old Town of Mombasa.

  • Nakuru is another standout destination in Kenya and is around 145 kilometres north-west of Nairobi. No journey is complete without visiting ARTHUR GARDENS (WEDDING/EVENT GROUNDS), Upper Hill estate and Muhia's Conservation Forest.

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