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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Nairobi from C$ 896

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 26/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — NBO
5 May — 12 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Ottawa to Nairobi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to Nairobi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 April 2026.

Thu 7/56:55 p.m.
YOW
-
NBO
1 stop18h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 26/511:05 p.m.
NBO
-
YOW
1 stop25h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/3C$ 1,379
Sun 26/46:20 p.m.
YOW
-
NBO
2 stops43h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/511:05 p.m.
NBO
-
YOW
1 stop25h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/3C$ 1,394
Wed 15/48:00 a.m.
YOW
-
NBO
2 stops29h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 28/411:05 p.m.
NBO
-
YOW
1 stop25h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/3C$ 1,396
Tue 5/52:40 p.m.
YOW
-
NBO
3 stops24h 45m
United Airlines
Sat 23/510:20 p.m.
NBO
-
YOW
2 stops46h 57m
United Airlines
Deal found 31/3C$ 1,421
Mon 18/55:50 p.m.
YOW
-
NBO
3 stops45h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 31/511:05 p.m.
NBO
-
YOW
1 stop20h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/3C$ 1,462
Thu 7/56:55 p.m.
YOW
-
NBO
1 stop18h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 24/511:05 p.m.
NBO
-
YOW
2 stops22h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/3C$ 1,468
Mon 18/55:05 a.m.
YOW
-
NBO
2 stops22h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 19/511:35 p.m.
NBO
-
YOW
2 stops40h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/4C$ 1,493

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ottawa (YOW) to Nairobi (NB0). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 5 April 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,379

One-way from

C$ 896

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

C$ 1,630
7/5-26/5
  • 7/5-26/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 55m total
  • Ottawa to Nairobi
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26/4
  • 26/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 55m total
  • Ottawa to Nairobi
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (C$ 294 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 71 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest round-trip

OttawaNairobi

YOW - NBO

YOWNBO

Ottawa

Sat 9/5

5:25 p.m.-8:40 p.m.

2 stops44h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 25/5

10:20 p.m.-9:35 p.m.

2 stops30h 15m

C$ 1,768

OttawaNairobi

YOW - NBO

YOWNBO

Ottawa

Wed 6/5

12:00 p.m.-2:30 p.m.

2 stops43h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 10/5

7:10 a.m.-1:05 p.m.

2 stops36h 55m

C$ 1,797

OttawaNairobi

YOW - NBO

YOWNBO

Ottawa

Tue 5/5

12:00 p.m.-5:25 a.m.

2 stops34h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 24/5

7:10 a.m.-12:20 a.m.

2 stops48h 10m

C$ 1,798

OttawaNairobi

YOW - NBO

YOWNBO

Ottawa

Tue 19/5

12:00 p.m.-5:25 a.m.

2 stops34h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 8/6

10:45 p.m.-5:35 p.m.

2 stops49h 50m

C$ 1,804

OttawaNairobi

YOW - NBO

YOWNBO

Ottawa

Mon 18/5

7:30 p.m.-10:25 p.m.

3 stops43h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 9/6

10:20 p.m.-5:07 p.m.

2 stops25h 47m

C$ 1,970

OttawaNairobi

YOW - NBO

YOWNBO

Ottawa

Tue 19/5

3:00 p.m.-10:25 p.m.

3 stops24h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 8/6

10:20 p.m.-1:56 p.m.

3 stops46h 36m

C$ 2,033
Quickest round-trip

OttawaNairobi

YOW - NBO

YOWNBO

Ottawa

Tue 28/7

6:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

2 stops31h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 2/8

7:10 a.m.-1:10 p.m.

2 stops37h 00m

C$ 2,320
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

OttawaNairobi

YOW - NBO

YOWNBO

Ottawa

Thu 23/4

3:05 p.m.-11:50 p.m.

2 stops25h 45m

C$ 947

OttawaNairobi

YOW - NBO

YOWNBO

Ottawa

Mon 13/4

5:40 a.m.-1:25 a.m.

2 stops36h 45m

C$ 1,032

OttawaNairobi

YOW - NBO

YOWNBO

Ottawa

Sun 26/4

6:25 p.m.-10:45 a.m.

2 stops33h 20m

C$ 1,062

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Ottawa to Nairobi?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Nairobi (average of C$ 1,096). Flying from Ottawa to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,514). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Ottawa to Nairobi?

Reviews of airlines servicing Nairobi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nairobi. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Nairobi. Reviews last updated 5 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air France,Air Canada, andLufthansa from Ottawa to Nairobi by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,563 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Carolina,Apr 2026

CDG - BOG

The aircraft is old, uncomfortable, the seat so narrow you don’t even notice you are in business class. The food is the same they are offering since -at least- 2022. The liquors are so limited. So disappointed.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,563 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,563 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Carolina,Apr 2026

CDG - BOG

The aircraft is old, uncomfortable, the seat so narrow you don’t even notice you are in business class. The food is the same they are offering since -at least- 2022. The liquors are so limited. So disappointed.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,894 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,563 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Carolina,Apr 2026

CDG - BOG

The aircraft is old, uncomfortable, the seat so narrow you don’t even notice you are in business class. The food is the same they are offering since -at least- 2022. The liquors are so limited. So disappointed.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,892 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,563 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Carolina,Apr 2026

CDG - BOG

The aircraft is old, uncomfortable, the seat so narrow you don’t even notice you are in business class. The food is the same they are offering since -at least- 2022. The liquors are so limited. So disappointed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Ottawa to Nairobi. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Ottawa to Nairobi?

    For a flight from Ottawa to Nairobi, you will be flying from Ottawa. Ottawa (YOW) is just 10.6 km from the centre of the city. Ottawa is the only Ottawa airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Nairobi per day. 3 airlines have flights to Nairobi from Ottawa on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Ottawa to Nairobi?

    A quick flight from Ottawa to Nairobi can take about 43h 30m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as C$ 1,797. Ottawa and Nairobi are separated by a distance of 11851 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Ottawa to Nairobi round-trip?

    Air France, at C$ 1,360, was found to be the cheapest airline from Ottawa to Nairobi.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air Canada and Lufthansa. Air France is currently priced 26% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Ottawa to Nairobi that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Ottawa to Nairobi flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Ottawa to Nairobi?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Ottawa to Nairobi.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Ottawa to Nairobi?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Ottawa to Nairobi by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Ottawa to Nairobi?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Nairobi (average of C$ 1,096). Flying from Ottawa to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,514). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Ottawa to Nairobi

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapestC$ 1,360AverageC$ 1,724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 1,375AverageC$ 1,582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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LufthansaCheapestC$ 1,757AverageC$ 2,099FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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