Flying from Nairobi to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): What you need to know
Get your trip planning started by working out where you'll take off for your flight from Nairobi to San Francisco International Airport (SFO). Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) and Wilson Airport (WIL) are Nairobi's main airports.
San Francisco International Airport is located in San Francisco. The city operates on the UTC-7 timezone and is ten hours behind Nairobi.
To ensure you get on your flight from Nairobi to SFO, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Nairobi to SFO. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Travelling from central Nairobi to NBO takes about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Nairobi to San Francisco International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are the answer:
Of the departures from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, 67.1% land on schedule at their destination.
Wilson Airport (WIL)
WIL is about 3 kilometres from central Nairobi. It'll take you 15 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Nairobi to SFO flight? Check in to a hotel near Wilson Airport before your break officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
About San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Nairobi to San Francisco International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SFO instead:
Grab a San Francisco International Airport rental car and explore San Francisco and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are leading providers to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your ride around one week ahead of your Nairobi to San Francisco International Airport flight.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
Central San Francisco is about 18 kilometres from San Francisco International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do a little research before you go.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
At the moment, Rs173,173 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to San Francisco International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs268,219. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Nairobi to SFO. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Affordable Nairobi to San Francisco International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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Filters make it easier to snap up a deal on your flight from Nairobi to San Francisco International Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and stops that match your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.
The best time to fly from Nairobi to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
August is the busiest month for flights from Nairobi to San Francisco International Airport (SFO). Plan your visit to San Francisco in February for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 22ºC. Lock in your Nairobi to SFO flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has temperatures of between 6ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Nairobi to San Francisco International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about San Francisco
Start your San Francisco trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Nairobi to San Francisco International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Golden Gate Bridge, Painted Ladies - Alamo Square and Alcatraz Island are must-visits when exploring San Francisco.
Explore more of the United States
San Francisco has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be explored. About 257 kilometres east of San Francisco, a trip to Fresno will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
Sacramento is another essential stop in the United States and is around 129 kilometres north-east of San Francisco. No trip is complete without seeing Old Sacramento Waterfront, Fright Planet - America's Haunted Theme Park and California State Railroad Museum.
