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Dubai to Nairobi: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundAED 1,190
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time7 hrs, 34 mins
Most popular airlineQantas
Average flights per week168

Finding cheap flights from Dubai to Nairobi: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Nairobi: Nairobi Wilson and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Dubai to Nairobi is AED 1,190. 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.
7 hours and 34 minutes is the average flight time from Dubai to Nairobi.
Qantas, Emirates and Kenya Airways fly direct from Dubai to Nairobi.
There are 42 flights per week flying from Dubai to Nairobi, as of May 2024.
The cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Nairobi is usually May.
If you're flying from Dubai, 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 1,190.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Dubai to Nairobi on Sunday, May 19, 2024.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 34 minutes.
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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.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 20°C. April is typically the warmest month in Nairobi, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is June, with temperatures averaging 13°C. The rainiest month is April.
The cheapest airline that flies to Nairobi is Kenya Airways.

The primary airport in Nairobi is Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, situated just 15km from the city center. There are three airlines that fly from Dubai to Nairobi - African Express Airways, Emirates and Kenya Airways with all flights departing from Dubai International Airport and not Al Maktoum International Airport.

* This information is correct as of February 2019

Airport Information - Arriving

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is comprised of two passenger terminals - while Terminal 1 operates both domestic and international flights, the newer Terminal 2 is dedicated to low-cost carriers. Both terminals are connected together so you can transfer between terminals on foot. At the airport you can look forward to a range of restaurants, cafes and snack bars to enjoy a meal or a drink, while the airport is also home to a wide selection of retail stores in addition to duty-free shopping. Once you have landed it is possible to reach central Nairobi by public buses and shuttle buses, or you can just as easily hop in a taxi outside the Arrivals area.

Airport Information - Departing

Dubai International Airport is the main airport serving Dubai comprised of three passenger terminals. Getting to the airport is quick and easy as Terminals 1 and 3 are connected to the Dubai Metro, although you will need to use a free shuttle bus in order to reach Terminal 2. There are many stores to browse through at the airport with everything from designer brands and luxury goods to basic travel essentials available, while the airport is also renowned for its vast duty-free shopping areas. At the airport there is also a wide selection of eateries and cafes to enjoy, or you may want to wait for flights in luxurious surroundings at one of the airport lounges available.

What to Expect in Nairobi

Check out the top hotels in Nairobi to make the most of your trip to Kenya. In the city the weather stays consistently warm all year round, although temperatures do cool down slightly between May and August. The region experiences two rainy periods around April and November but stays relatively dry for the rest of the year. Most nationals including those from the UAE and EU nations are able to acquire an e-visa before traveling in order to enter the country. Be advised that Nairobi is one hour behind Dubai so remember to put your clocks back when you arrive.


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