Travelling from Los Angeles to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports where your trip can begin in Los Angeles. Explore your options departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY) when reserving your flight from Los Angeles to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO).
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is located in Nairobi. The city is in the UTC+3 timezone and is ten hours ahead of Los Angeles.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Los Angeles to NBO.
During peak travel periods, expect longer queues and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Los Angeles to NBO. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
LAX is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Los Angeles International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
81.05% of flights departing from Los Angeles International Airport reach their destination as planned. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from LAX.
LAX is located at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
On public transport, you can travel from central Los Angeles to VNY in around 1 hour 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 35 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Los Angeles to NBO flight? Relax in a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
About Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near NBO:
Follow your own route with a Jomo Kenyatta International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Green Motion or Hertz and venture far and wide through Nairobi and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride around three weeks in advance of your Los Angeles to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flight.
Getting from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Nairobi. The time it takes to get there in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Right now, Rs203,108 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs308,078. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Los Angeles to NBO. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Affordable Los Angeles to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
February is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), while July is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to go to Nairobi based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Nairobi is March, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your Los Angeles to NBO flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
July sees temperatures of between 12ºC and 24ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Nairobi
Once you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Nairobi:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Masai Mara National Reserve, The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Giraffe manor are highlights which should be on every Nairobi itinerary.
Explore more of Kenya
Nairobi has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Kenya just waiting to be discovered. Around 153 kilometres north-west of Nairobi, a trip to Nakuru will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Nakuru National Park, Lake Nakuru and Lake Nakuru View.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Kenya, consider Eldoret, roughly 274 kilometres north-west of Nairobi. Kapseret Eco Resort, BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Eldoret and Eldoret Nature & Culture Centre are among its highlights.