Flying from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO): what you need to know
Nairobi's timezone is UTC+3, making Nairobi seven hours ahead of New York.
To ensure you get on your EWR to NBO flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Traveling during a peak time such as April? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Newark Liberty International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between EWR and NBO:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Newark Liberty International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flight is AED 1,703. A round-trip ticket right now is AED 3,237. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from EWR to NBO if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from EWR to NBO by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
Handy information about Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
73.3% of flights departing from Newark Liberty International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Newark Liberty International Airport is about 24 kilometers from central New York. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy hotel near EWR? If you've booked an early flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Newark Liberty International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near NBO instead:
Grab a Jomo Kenyatta International Airport rental car and discover Nairobi and beyond with your own wheels. Auto-Union, Green Motion and Hertz are popular providers you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to central Nairobi has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometers away.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
The quietest month for a flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Nairobi based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Nairobi is March, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from EWR to NBO in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.
Explore more of Kenya
Nairobi is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Kenya you should also see. About 434 kilometers south-east of Nairobi, a trip to Mombasa will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Fort Jesus, Haller Park and Old Town of Mombasa.
Nakuru is another favorite destination in Kenya and is around 145 kilometers north-west of Nairobi. No journey is complete without a visit to ARTHUR GARDENS (WEDDING/EVENT GROUNDS), Upper Hill estate and Muhia's Conservation Forest.