How to find cheap flights to Nairobi
Rs71,613 is the cheapest price for a one-way flight to Nairobi. Or you can book a return ticket for Rs127,388.
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Book as early as possible. You might even be able to score some excellent early bird deals on your flight.
Click on 'Add nearby airports' when searching to better your chances of landing cheap flights to Nairobi. Doing this will give you more choices for where you take off and land, along with different fares.
Indirect routes are generally cheaper, so search for flights that come with a stop or two. After your results show up, select the 'Stops' filter to browse your options.
Best time to go to Nairobi
If your travel dates are flexible, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest month or day to fly.
August sees the highest demand for flights. The city is generally at its peak, so you'll always find things to do.
The quietest time to travel is March. Book your plane tickets to Nairobi then and explore the top attractions at a more leisurely pace.
With averages between 13ºC and 30ºC, February is when Nairobi is warmest. Organise your visit around your weather preferences to get the most out of your trip.
July has the lowest temperatures, ranging from about 12ºC to 24ºC.
Hoping to leave the raincoat at home? July is the driest month in Nairobi, averaging one day of rain.
It's rainiest during April, which gets around 11 days of wet weather.
Flying to Nairobi: what you need to know
Most visitors arrive through Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO), the city's busiest airport.
Skip the layovers and travel to your destination in a single journey. Lock in a direct flight to Nairobi with one of these airlines:
Nairobi is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Once you've booked your tickets, find the perfect stay to match your journey. Here's a roundup of popular hotels to keep in mind for your visit:
Getting to central Nairobi from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
Central Nairobi is about 18 kilometres from NBO, the city's main gateway.
After landing from your flight to Nairobi, the drive to the centre takes around 30 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Take your pick of comfortable hotels close to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport. Check in and kick back at one of these after your flight to Nairobi:
Pick up a car rental at NBO and travel to places outside the usual tourist spots. Auto-Union and Green Motion can hook you up with a ride for your adventures through Nairobi and beyond.
Nairobi highlights
Put these popular attractions high on your must-see list after hopping off your flight to Nairobi:
Sheldrick Wildlife Trust Nursery: A classic spot to begin sightseeing, this landmark is around 11 kilometres southwest of the city centre.
Westlands Market: You'll find this shopping area roughly 3 kilometres northwest of the centre in Westlands. Weave in a little spending stop here while you explore Nairobi.
Mara Conservancy: Need one more reason to visit Nairobi? This landmark pulls in the crowds and is around 3 kilometres north of the city centre.
Explore more of Kenya
There's a whole lot more to see and do in Kenya, starting with Nakuru. Lake Nakuru National Park, Lake Nakuru and Rhino Point are must-sees in this city, which is about 137 kilometres northwest of Nairobi.
Another city in Kenya that could easily become a favourite is Eldoret. From Nairobi, it's roughly 257 kilometres northwest and offers top sights like BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Eldoret and Eldoret Nature & Culture Centre. Spend a little time at The Eldoret City of Champions Monument too.
Or set out for Kisumu, roughly 257 kilometres northwest of Nairobi. HIPPO POINT, Freedom Park and KWS-Kisumu Impala Sanctuary are just the start of the reasons to visit. The most convenient way to get here is by flying into Kisumu Airport (KIS).
Complete your trip with a Nairobi car rental
Want to rent a car in the city? Browse the car rentals in Nairobi and set off on your own adventure. Compare prices in one place to find the perfect ride after you've booked your hotel and cheap flight to Nairobi.