Travelling from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO): what you need to know
Nairobi is two hours 30 minutes behind Bengaluru and observes the UTC+3 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your BLR to NBO flight.
Flying during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kempegowda International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. These are the top stopovers between BLR and NBO:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Dubai Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Kempegowda International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flight is Rs78,322. A round-trip ticket is currently Rs140,750. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from BLR to NBO. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for a flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
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Handy information about Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
BLR is located at Kial Road, Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 56030.
71.17% of flights taking off from Kempegowda International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To reach Kempegowda International Airport from central Bengaluru, it'll take about 50 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 55 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near BLR. Whether you're taking an early flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
If you have a late Kempegowda International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near NBO:
Pick up a Jomo Kenyatta International Airport rental car and discover Nairobi and beyond with your own wheels. Auto-Union, Green Motion and Hertz are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi
From Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Nairobi is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
July is the busiest month for flights from Kempegowda International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Nairobi in February.
Lock in your flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for March if you'd like to visit Nairobi during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 14ºC and 30ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 12ºC and 24ºC. Look for cheap tickets from BLR to NBO sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Kenya
Nairobi has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Kenya waiting to be discovered. Around 434 kilometres south-east of Nairobi, a visit to Mombasa will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Fort Jesus, Haller Park and Old Town of Mombasa.
Around 145 kilometres north-west of Nairobi, Nakuru is another favourite stop in Kenya. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at ARTHUR GARDENS (WEDDING/EVENT GROUNDS), Upper Hill estate and Muhia's Conservation Forest.