How long is the flight to Nairobi?

The average flight time to Nairobi is 5 hours and 8 minutes. We've calculated this based on journeys from Abu Dhabi.

How many airports are there in Nairobi?

There are 2 airports in Nairobi: Nairobi Wilson and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.

Which airlines offer direct flights to Nairobi?

Qantas, Emirates, Kenya Airways, Air Arabia, Etihad Airways, China Eastern, SriLankan Airlines and Astral Aviation all fly non-stop to Nairobi.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Nairobi?

The cheapest month to fly to Nairobi is usually November.

How can I find the best flight deal to Nairobi?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Nairobi but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

Can I get a direct flight to Nairobi?

Yes – you can fly direct to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport and the average flight time is 6 hours and 14 minutes.

How much are round-trip flights to Nairobi?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight to Nairobi is AED 697. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

What's the cheapest airport in Nairobi?

The cheapest airport near Nairobi is Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta – which is 13.2 km away from the center of Nairobi. We've found flights to this airport from AED 697 .

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly to Nairobi on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Nairobi is Monday, November 18, 2024 .

When is the best time to book flights to Nairobi?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Nairobi is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Nairobi?

The average temperature in Nairobi in April is around 21°C. The warmest month in Nairobi is typically April, which averages 27°C. The coolest month is June, with temperatures averaging 13°C. The rainiest month is April, and it usually rains the least in July.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with to Nairobi?

Currently, Air Arabia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Nairobi.

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Nairobi.AED 697 per passenger.Departing Mon, Nov 18, returning Sat, Nov 23.Round-trip flight with Air Arabia.Outbound direct flight with Air Arabia departing from Sharjah on Mon, Nov 18, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound direct flight with Air Arabia departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sat, Nov 23, arriving in Sharjah.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 697, select.

Nairobi.AED 708 per passenger.Departing Tue, Dec 17, returning Thu, Jan 2.Round-trip flight with Air Arabia.Outbound direct flight with Air Arabia departing from Sharjah on Tue, Dec 17, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound direct flight with Air Arabia departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, Jan 2, arriving in Sharjah.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 708, select.

Nairobi.AED 714 per passenger.Departing Thu, Dec 26, returning Fri, Feb 7.Round-trip flight with Air Arabia.Outbound direct flight with Air Arabia departing from Sharjah on Thu, Dec 26, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound direct flight with Air Arabia departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Fri, Feb 7, arriving in Sharjah.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 714, select.

Nairobi.AED 944 per passenger.Departing Thu, Oct 24, returning Mon, Nov 4.Round-trip flight with Air Arabia.Outbound direct flight with Air Arabia departing from Sharjah on Thu, Oct 24, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Inbound direct flight with Air Arabia departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, Nov 4, arriving in Sharjah.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 944, select.

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Airports in Nairobi

Looking for the best route? There are 2 airports in and around Nairobi.

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Frequently asked questions

: The average flight time to Nairobi is 5 hours and 8 minutes. We've calculated this based on journeys from Abu Dhabi.
: There are 2 airports in Nairobi: Nairobi Wilson and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.
: Qantas, Emirates, Kenya Airways, Air Arabia, Etihad Airways, China Eastern, SriLankan Airlines and Astral Aviation all fly non-stop to Nairobi.
: The cheapest month to fly to Nairobi is usually November.
: We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Nairobi but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
: Yes – you can fly direct to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport and the average flight time is 6 hours and 14 minutes.
: The best price we found for a round-trip flight to Nairobi is AED 697. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
: The cheapest airport near Nairobi is Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta – which is 13.2 km away from the center of Nairobi. We've found flights to this airport from AED 697.
: After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Nairobi is Monday, November 18, 2024.
: We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Nairobi is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
: The average temperature in Nairobi in April is around 21°C. The warmest month in Nairobi is typically April, which averages 27°C. The coolest month is June, with temperatures averaging 13°C. The rainiest month is April, and it usually rains the least in July.
: Currently, Air Arabia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Nairobi.

Flying to Nairobi

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	AED 697
Cheapest month to fly	November
Average flight time	6 hrs, 14 mins
Most popular airline	Qantas
Average flights per week	320

Discover Nairobi

Nairobi is the capital of Kenya offering a wide range of exciting activities and interesting sights to suit visitors of all tastes. Surrounded by Nairobi National Park, the city is popular as a base for safari-enthusiasts and nature-lovers as it is close by to places such as Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage and the Giraffe Center. There are also many other natural areas of breathtaking beauty including Lake Nalvasha or the mountainous Oi Donyo Sabuk National Park for intrepid explorers. Nairobi has a very interesting past which can be discovered at some its museums including the Nairobi National Museum, or travelers can see more of what Nairobi’s modern cultural scene offers at the Go-Down Arts Center filled with contemporary Kenyan art. Nightlife in Nairobi is also excellent and caters to both old and young visitors with many lively bars and restaurants to be discovered.

When to Visit Nairobi

The Nairobi weather stays hot all year round, although it does cool off a little bit between June and August if you want to avoid the heat. The city experience a brief rainy period in April and May as well as a spell in November, while it stays mostly dry for the rest of the year. As there are so many things to do in Nairobi, visiting at any point of the year is going to be rewarding. The driest months are between June and September which is when many book their safari and outdoor excursions. Cheap flights to Nairobi tend to be available all year round as long as you book early enough.

Flights to Nairobi

The main airport in Nairobi is Jomo Kenyatta International Airport located 15km from the center of the city. There are direct flights from the UAE to Nairobi offered by a number of airlines - those coming from Dubai International Airport can fly with African Express Airways, Emirates and Kenya Airways, while travelers from Abu Dhabi International Airport are able to catch a flight with Etihad Airways.

Nairobi Travel Information

Although a number of nationalities are afforded visa-free access to Kenya, nationals from the UAE will need to get a visa in order to enter the country. Visas can be bought upon arriving in the country at the airport at a price of 180AED*. The currency used in Kenya is the Kenyan shilling, while the UAE is only an hour ahead of the country.

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