Travelling from Sao Paulo to Nairobi: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Sao Paulo. Explore your options departing from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Viracopos Airport (VCP) when searching for a flight from Sao Paulo to Nairobi.
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) and Wilson Airport (WIL) are Nairobi's major entry points.
Nairobi's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Nairobi six hours ahead of Sao Paulo.
Give yourself enough time to make your Sao Paulo to Nairobi flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a popular month like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Nairobi
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap Sao Paulo to Nairobi flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
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Flying from Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Sao Paulo to Nairobi flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The journey from central Sao Paulo to GRU takes around 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Sao Paulo to Nairobi or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights leaving Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, 75.54% arrive on time at their destination.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Sao Paulo to VCP in around 3 hours 25 minutes. The airport is roughly 80 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Sao Paulo to Nairobi, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Viracopos Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Viracopos Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 75%.
Arriving in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near NBO if you have a late flight from Sao Paulo to Nairobi. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Jomo Kenyatta International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Green Motion or Hertz and explore beyond Nairobi's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.
Wilson Airport (WIL)
Wilson Airport (WIL) is about 2 kilometres from the centre of Nairobi. Once you've disembarked your flight from Sao Paulo to Nairobi, it takes approximately 15 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 45 minutes.
After your flight from Sao Paulo to Nairobi, rest your head at a hotel close to WIL. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Why waste time waiting for public transport? A Wilson Airport rental car lets you start your journey right away. Put on your favourite playlist and hit the highway with a set of wheels from Auto-Union or Unicorn rent a car.
Generally speaking, the earlier you book, the better the prices and selection of vehicles. Reserve your ride from WIL once you know your travel dates.
Best time to go to Nairobi
July is the most popular month for flights from Sao Paulo to Nairobi. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Nairobi in February.
The warmest month in Nairobi is March, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your Sao Paulo to Nairobi ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC and 24ºC. Look for cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Nairobi around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Nairobi
Start your Nairobi trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Sao Paulo to Nairobi, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Nairobi National Park, The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Westlands Maasai Market D at the roof top are top sights which should feature on every Nairobi itinerary.
Explore more of Kenya
Mombasa is just one of the many places in Kenya waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Nairobi. Around 434 kilometres to the south-east, popular attractions include Fort Jesus, Haller Park and Old Town of Mombasa.
Nakuru is another favourite destination in Kenya and is around 145 kilometres north-west of Nairobi. No trip is complete without experiencing ARTHUR GARDENS (WEDDING/EVENT GROUNDS), Upper Hill estate and Muhia's Conservation Forest.