Travelling from Phoenix to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO): What you need to know
Phoenix's main base, Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX), is where new adventures begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Phoenix to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO).
Nairobi is ten hours ahead of Phoenix. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is located in Nairobi, which is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Phoenix to NBO.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Phoenix, SCF can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Phoenix to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Add another location to your travels or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Phoenix to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, browse these options when setting off from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
On public transport, you can travel from central Phoenix to PHX in about 35 minutes. The airport is roughly 8 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 10 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport the day before your Phoenix to NBO flight:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 82.57% of flights out of here arrive right when they're supposed to.
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
If you're heading to AZA from the centre of Phoenix, it takes around 40 minutes to arrive by car. The drive is roughly 56 kilometres.
Make departure day worry-free — stay near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport and know you'll make it to your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Phoenix to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flight:
Flights that depart from AZA arrive at their final stop within the expected time frame 78.65% of the time.
The street address of Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Phoenix to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near NBO instead:
Pick up a Jomo Kenyatta International Airport rental car and explore Nairobi and beyond with your own set of wheels. Auto-Union, Green Motion and Hertz are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Phoenix to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flight.
Getting from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi
Central Nairobi is about 11 kilometres from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Rs148,270 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Return flights start from Rs330,366. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Phoenix to NBO if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding when to fly. February is the quietest month to visit Nairobi. July is when most people book flights from Phoenix to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Nairobi is March, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 30ºC. Book your Phoenix to NBO flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Phoenix to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in July when temperatures are between 12ºC and 24ºC.
More about Nairobi
Start your Nairobi trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Phoenix to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
Masai Mara National Reserve and The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust are just two of the top attractions to put on your Nairobi to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Giraffe manor.
Explore more of Kenya
You've done Nairobi, now it's time to discover other corners of Kenya. Journey around 153 kilometres north-west to Nakuru to tick off its leading attractions. From Nakuru National Park to Lake Nakuru and Lake Nakuru View, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Kenya, consider Eldoret, about 274 kilometres north-west of Nairobi. Kapseret Eco Resort, BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Eldoret and Eldoret Nature & Culture Centre are key reasons to visit.