Travelling from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Paris: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Paris is 8 hours 25 minutes.
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is located in Nairobi. Following the UTC+1 timezone, Paris is two hours behind Nairobi.
With 20 weekly flights between the two airports, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the most popular route. Kenya Airways operates the earliest flight at 09:50. If you'd like to get more out of your day before taking off, the last departure from NBO to CDG is with Kenya Airways at 23:50.
To avoid rushing for your NBO to Paris flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
You can book a direct Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Paris ticket. Begin your journey at NBO and land at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
There's a good selection of carriers operating direct flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Paris, including:
We make it simple to book flight tickets from NBO to Paris with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Nairobi, NBO can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near NBO? If you're boarding an early flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Paris, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
When it comes to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport's on-time performance, 67.1% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Paris
The best price we've found for a one-way Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Paris flight is Rs94,049. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs133,349. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap flights from NBO to Paris by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for picking up a bargain.
The best month for finding cheap Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Paris tickets is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris takes around 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Paris, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near CDG:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Paris and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Charles de Gaulle Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from NBO to Paris.
CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Once your flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Paris has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Paris is roughly 19 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 55 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to ORY. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your NBO to Paris flight:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or slow-moving cab lines. Grab a Paris Orly Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the availability and rates from Alamo, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride one week before your arrival at ORY can land you a better rate.
The address for Paris Orly Airport is 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) is around 88 kilometres from the centre of Paris. It takes about 1 hour 30 minutes to get to the city centre by car once you've stepped off your flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Paris.
The journey will take around 2 hours 20 minutes using public transport.
Enjoy a quiet, low-key start to your break by checking in to a hotel near BVA after your NBO to Paris flight. Take a load off after a long travel day or just take a moment to get your bearings in a new city at:
Be in control of the next leg of your journey with a Beauvais-Tille Airport rental car. Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar are reliable rental providers.
About three weeks ahead of your flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Paris is the ideal time to secure your vehicle from BVA. You're more likely to land a better deal or even pick up some early bird discounts.
Beauvais-Tille Airport's address is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Paris. The city buzzes in high season, but hotel prices are typically higher and top attractions can get busy. Plan your trip to Paris in the off-season if you prefer a quieter vibe.
Book a Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Paris flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 13ºC to 29ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from NBO to Paris in January when temperatures average between -2ºC and 9ºC.
More about Paris
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Paris right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Paris:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Louvre Museum, Eiffel Tower and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are highlights which should be on any good Paris itinerary.
Explore more of France
You've seen Paris, now it's time to explore other corners of France. Journey about 386 kilometres south-east to Lyon to tick off its top attractions. From Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere to Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in France, head for Nantes, roughly 338 kilometres south-west of Paris. Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes are the start of reasons to visit.