Flying from Nairobi to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports to jet off from in Nairobi. Check out your options departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL) when organising your flight from Nairobi to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is located in Rome. The city follows the UTC+1 timezone and is two hours behind Nairobi.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Nairobi to FCO.
In peak travel periods, allow for extended wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Nairobi to FCO leaving from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Located around 14 kilometres from central Nairobi, NBO can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Nairobi to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
Of all flights leaving Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, 67.1% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Wilson Airport (WIL)
With public transport, you can travel from central Nairobi to WIL in about 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 3 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 15 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Wilson Airport the day before your Nairobi to FCO flight:
About Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Consider staying in a hotel close to FCO if you have a late flight from Nairobi to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Settle into one of these options and be under the covers in no time flat:
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Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Nairobi to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight.
Getting from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to the centre of Rome is about 23 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary based on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Rs95,163 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. A return flight starts at Rs144,764. These fares can change based on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Nairobi to FCO, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Nairobi to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Nairobi to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). August is when most people travel to Rome. If crowds aren't your thing, go in February.
When booking your Nairobi to FCO flight ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Rome, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Nairobi to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 14ºC.
More about Rome
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Rome right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Nairobi to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport:
Visiting the Pope at St. Peter's Basilica Church and St. Peter's Square are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Rome to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Sistine Chapel.
Explore more of Italy
Naples is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be discovered once you've seen Rome. Around 193 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Piazza del Plebiscito, Walking & Amalfi Coast Tours and National Archaeological Museum.
Around 241 kilometres north of Rome, Florence is another favourite stop in Italy. Experience major highlights starting with Brunelleschi's Dome, David of Michelangelo and Uffizi Gallery.
