Flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) to Lisbon Airport (LIS): what you need to know
Lisbon is three hours behind Nairobi and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your NBO to LIS flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Lisbon Airport. These are the top stopovers between NBO and LIS:
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) to Lisbon Airport (LIS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Lisbon Airport flight is Rs102,923. A round-trip plane ticket right now is Rs210,220. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from NBO to LIS. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Lisbon Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across each month and score a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from NBO to LIS by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Handy information about Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
62% of flights that depart Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To reach Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport from central Nairobi, it takes around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near NBO? If you're boarding an early flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Lisbon Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Lisbon Airport (LIS)
Consider staying in a hotel near LIS if you're taking a late Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Lisbon Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Lisbon Airport rental car and discover Lisbon and beyond with your own wheels. Klass Wagen, Goldcar and OK Mobility are popular outlets to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Lisbon Airport about two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to central Lisbon
Lisbon Airport to the centre of Lisbon has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Lisbon Airport (LIS)
August is the most popular month for flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Lisbon Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Lisbon in March.
Before locking in your flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Lisbon Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Lisbon, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 29ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from NBO to LIS in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC and 16ºC then.
Explore more of Portugal
Porto is just one of the many places in Portugal waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Lisbon. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Ribeira District, Rio Douro and Livraria Lello.
Around 8 kilometres north-west of Lisbon, Amadora is another favourite stop in Portugal. No visit is complete without checking out Roman Villa, Park Fantasia and Palácio dos Condes da Lousã.