Travelling from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) to Istanbul Airport (IST): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Istanbul Airport is 6 hours 45 minutes.
Nairobi and Istanbul share the same timezone, UTC+3.
Each week, there are seven Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Istanbul Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off as early as possible, jump on the 03:35 Turkish Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 05:00 with Turkish Airlines.
To ensure you catch your NBO to IST flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Turkish Airlines is your gateway to exploring Istanbul (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Check out the direct flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Istanbul Airport offered by this airline.
Turkish Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Istanbul Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between NBO and IST include:
Jeddah Airport
Zanzibar Airport
Mogadishu Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) to Istanbul Airport (IST)
Rs68,885 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Istanbul Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs125,202. These prices may change based on demand.
Score cheap tickets from NBO to IST by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Organise your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Istanbul Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Istanbul Airport.
Handy information about Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
62% of flights departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To reach Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport from central Nairobi, it takes around 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Istanbul Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near NBO:
Arriving at Istanbul Airport (IST)
If you're coming in on a late Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Istanbul Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near IST:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Istanbul Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Istanbul and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Istanbul Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.
When to fly to Istanbul Airport (IST)
The quietest month for a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Istanbul Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Istanbul based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Istanbul Airport for July if you want to go to Istanbul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 30ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from NBO to IST in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC on average.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've seen Istanbul, now it's time to explore more of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to tick off its must-visit sights. From The Roman Theatre to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.
