Flying from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Hargeisa Airport (HGA): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Hargeisa Airport is 2 hours.
Nairobi and Hargeisa share the same timezone, UTC+3.
Flights from NBO to HGA start from 07:30 — the first with Bluesky Aviation. The last departure is at 07:30 with Bluesky Aviation. In total, there are three weekly Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Hargeisa Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your NBO to HGA flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Bluesky Aviation is your gateway to discovering Hargeisa (and maybe even some other great parts of Somalia!). Browse the direct flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Hargeisa Airport offered by this airline.
Most passengers choose to fly with Bluesky Aviation on this route.
Opt for a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Hargeisa Airport. Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is a popular stopover on the NBO to HGA route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Hargeisa Airport (HGA)
At the moment, Rs86,197 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Hargeisa Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs172,559. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book six months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from NBO to HGA.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Hargeisa Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from NBO to HGA is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when fares go down.
Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Hargeisa Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Of the flights that depart from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, 67.1% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Nairobi to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Hargeisa Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to NBO:
Arriving at Hargeisa Airport (HGA)
Get off your Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Hargeisa Airport flight and be snoozing in your hotel bed soon after. If you want a convenient option within easy reach of HGA, consider Jees Hotel.
Getting from Hargeisa Airport (HGA) to central Hargeisa
From Hargeisa Airport, Hargeisa is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Hargeisa Airport (HGA)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Hargeisa Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Hargeisa. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Hargeisa is June, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Hargeisa Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from NBO to HGA in January. Temperatures average between 12ºC and 26ºC then.
Explore more of Somalia
Squeeze more into your Somalia getaway by venturing beyond Hargeisa. About 161 kilometres away to the east, Burao is another awesome city to include in your itinerary. Tick off some of its biggest attractions like Burco Central Mosque (Al-Raxma) while you're there.
Another essential stop in Somalia, Arabsiyo is located around 32 kilometres west of Hargeisa. Make time to visit highlights including Arwo farms.
