Flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Bangkok: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Bangkok is 9 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Bangkok is UTC+7. The city is four hours ahead of Nairobi, where Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is located.
With three flights a week between the two airports, Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) is the most popular route. Kenya Airways operates the earliest flight at 23:59. If you prefer to make the most of your day before flying, the latest departure from NBO to BKK is with Kenya Airways at 23:59.
To avoid missing your NBO to Bangkok flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
You can book a direct Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Bangkok ticket. Start your trip at NBO and touch down at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK).
Kenya Airways is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Bangkok.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from traveling and possibly even tick off a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from NBO to Bangkok, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Changsha Huanghua International Airport (CSX)
Located around 11 kilometers from the center of Nairobi, NBO can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Traveling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near NBO. Whether you've booked an early flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Bangkok or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, data shows 62% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Bangkok
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Bangkok flight is AED 1,278. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 2,382. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from NBO to Bangkok, reserve your trip ten months ahead of your departure date.
The best month for landing cheap Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Bangkok tickets is March. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Airports in Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) is around 31 kilometers from the center of Bangkok. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 35 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes around 35 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Bangkok, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near BKK:
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from NBO to Bangkok.
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
The center of Bangkok is about 24 kilometers from Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). After your flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Bangkok has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 35 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the center in 1 hour 5 minutes or so.
After stepping off your NBO to Bangkok flight, rest your head at a hotel near DMK. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from DMK three weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bangkok
May is the quietest month for flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Bangkok, while February is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Bangkok based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Bangkok is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Bangkok plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from NBO to Bangkok around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Bangkok
Start your Bangkok trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Bangkok, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Wat Phra Kaew, Grand Palace and Songkran Festival Silom are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Bangkok itinerary.
Explore more of Thailand
Bangkok has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Thailand you'll want to see. About 467 kilometers northeast of Bangkok, a trip to Udon Thani will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Thai-Chinese Cultural Center, Wat Pho Chai and Wat Burapa Wanaram.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Thailand, head for Nakhon Ratchasima, roughly 225 kilometers northeast of Bangkok. Night Safari Korat, Wat Chai Mongkol and Wat Na Pha That are among its highlights.