Flying from Frankfurt to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO): What you need to know
Frankfurt has two main airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Frankfurt to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) departing from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
Around 8 hours 30 minutes is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Frankfurt to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flight.
Nairobi is two hours ahead of Frankfurt. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is located in Nairobi, which operates on the UTC+3 timezone.
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is the busiest route, with 6 direct services every week. Travel from FRA to NBO on Lufthansa's 11:25am flight.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Frankfurt to NBO.
Peak season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Frankfurt to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) leave from this terminal.
You can get away on a direct flight from Frankfurt to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport with Lufthansa. This well-known airline operates departures from FRA.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Lufthansa from FRA to NBO.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals rate on this route is Lufthansa.
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Frankfurt to NBO that include a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Frankfurt Airport (FRA), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between FRA and NBO include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
The journey from central Frankfurt to FRA takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Frankfurt to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near Frankfurt Airport:
67.47% of flights that depart Frankfurt Airport make it to their destination on time.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
You can arrive at HHN from central Frankfurt in about 1 hour 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport will take roughly 2 hours 40 minutes to travel the 121 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Frankfurt to NBO flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Frankfurt - Hahn Airport:
53.13% of flights departing Frankfurt - Hahn Airport make it to their destination as expected.
About Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Have a late flight from Frankfurt to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near NBO and shut your eyes sooner:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Jomo Kenyatta International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Green Motion or Hertz and explore beyond Nairobi's main sights.
For the lowest price, book your ride around three weeks in advance of your Frankfurt to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flight.
Getting from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to the centre of Nairobi is about 11 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
At the moment, Rs77,309 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs141,992. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snap up cheap flights from Frankfurt to NBO, book your ticket 11 months before your departure date.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the best month for landing an awesome deal on Frankfurt to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Frankfurt to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). July is the busiest month to visit Nairobi. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in February.
When booking your Frankfurt to NBO flight ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. March is the warmest month in Nairobi, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 30ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Frankfurt to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC and 24ºC.
More about Nairobi
Start your Nairobi trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Masai Mara National Reserve, The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Giraffe manor are must-do's during your Nairobi adventure.
Explore more of Kenya
Nakuru is just one of the many cities in Kenya waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Nairobi. Around 153 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Nakuru National Park, Lake Nakuru and Lake Nakuru View.
Eldoret is another well-known destination in Kenya and is around 274 kilometres north-west of Nairobi. No trip is complete without experiencing Kapseret Eco Resort, BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Eldoret and Eldoret Nature & Culture Centre.