Travelling from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Nairobi: what you need to know
The timezone in Nairobi is UTC+3. The city is six hours behind Seoul, where Incheon International Airport is located.
To avoid missing your ICN to Nairobi flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from ICN to Nairobi with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Changsha Huanghua Airport (CSX)
From central Seoul, ICN is around 48 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to get there.
Looking for a hotel close to ICN? If you're catching an early flight from Incheon International Airport to Nairobi, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
54.5% of flights departing from Incheon International Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Nairobi
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Incheon International Airport to Nairobi flight is Rs100,789. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs185,776. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from ICN to Nairobi if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for an Incheon International Airport to Nairobi ticket.
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Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to the centre of Nairobi takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Incheon International Airport to Nairobi. Stay at one of these accommodation options near NBO instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Jomo Kenyatta International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Green Motion or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Nairobi and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from ICN to Nairobi.
Wilson Airport (WIL)
The centre of Nairobi is about 3 kilometres from Wilson Airport (WIL). After your flight from Incheon International Airport to Nairobi has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 15 minutes.
The trip will take roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near WIL. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your ICN to Nairobi flight:
Grab a Wilson Airport rental car and be in control of your journey. You can select from popular outlets like Auto-Union and Unicorn rent a car.
Get the vehicle you actually want, not just what's available, by booking your ride from WIL ahead of your arrival. You can also avoid last-minute price surges, especially when the airport is busy.
Best time to go to Nairobi
Travel to Nairobi during high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Incheon International Airport to Nairobi during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before booking an Incheon International Airport to Nairobi flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. March is the warmest month in Nairobi, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 30ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ICN to Nairobi in July when temperatures average between 12ºC and 24ºC.
More about Nairobi
Once you've booked your flight from Incheon International Airport to Nairobi, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Nairobi:
The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Nairobi National Park are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Nairobi travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Westlands Maasai Market D at the roof top.
Explore more of Kenya
Nairobi has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Kenya just waiting to be explored. About 434 kilometres south-east of Nairobi, a trip to Mombasa will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Fort Jesus, Haller Park and Old Town of Mombasa.
Around 145 kilometres north-west of Nairobi, Nakuru is another essential stop in Kenya. Start your sightseeing at ARTHUR GARDENS (WEDDING/EVENT GROUNDS), Upper Hill estate and Muhia's Conservation Forest.