Flights to Nairobi(NBO)

Safari City — the only capital with a national park where lions roam against the city skyline

Flights to Nairobi start from $350 roundtrip, with May being the cheapest month to fly. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) serves 40+ direct international routes from cities including London (8h 30m) and Dubai (5h). Book on Travorio and pay with Bitcoin, Ethereum, or 100+ cryptocurrencies, or split into 4 interest-free payments with Sezzle.

Avg. Roundtrip

$350–$800

Cheapest Month

May

~$350 avg

Direct Flight

8h 30m

40+ routes

Airport

NBO

18 km from center

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Cheapest Time to Fly to Nairobi

Monthly price guide — cheapest in May (~$350 avg roundtrip)

Best time to book: 6-10 weeks before departure

Month	Avg. Price	Demand	Notes
January	$550	high	Dry season. Great for safari. New Year demand.
February	$520	high	Dry and warm. Masai Mara still accessible.
March	$430	medium	Long rains begin. Shoulder season prices.
April	$380	low	Heavy rains. Cheapest safari rates. Some lodges close.
MayCHEAPEST

Airlines Flying to Nairobi

2 direct routes and 4 connecting options

2 airlines offer direct flights to Nairobi, with Kenya Airways providing the most frequent service from London Heathrow.

Airline	From	Direct?	Duration	Price Range	Frequency
Kenya Airways	London Heathrow	Direct	8h 30m	$400-$850	Daily
British Airways	London Heathrow	Direct	8h 45m	$450-$900	Daily
Turkish Airlines	Istanbul (via)

Flights to Nairobi by City

Compare prices and flight times from major departure cities

London

LHR · UK

From $480·8h 30m

Dubai

DXB · UAE

From $420·

Nairobi Airport Guide

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) — 18 km from city center

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

NBO · 18 km from center · Primary

Uber (~KES 1,500/$12), airport bus (KES 100/$0.80), taxi (KES 2,500/$20)

Wilson Airport

WIL · 6 km from center

Domestic/safari flights. Uber to CBD KES 400-600 ($3-5).

Getting from NBO to Nairobi

Nairobi Travel Essentials

Safari City — the only capital with a national park where lions roam against the city skyline

Nairobi is the world's only capital city with a national park inside its borders — lions, giraffes, and rhinos roam with skyscrapers in the background. Beyond this unique claim, Nairobi is East Africa's most dynamic city and the gateway to Kenya's legendary safari destinations: the Masai Mara (Great Migration), Amboseli (Kilimanjaro views), and Samburu. The city has a thriving food scene, a growing tech hub ("Silicon Savannah"), and some of the best wildlife conservation experiences on the planet.

Top Things to Know About Nairobi

Nairobi National Park — Big Five safari (except elephants) with the city skyline as a backdrop, just 15 minutes from CBD

David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage — feed and interact with orphaned baby elephants rescued from poaching, open daily 11am

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Flights to Nairobi — FAQ

What is the cheapest month to fly to Nairobi?

May is typically the cheapest month ($350 avg roundtrip from London), coinciding with the long rainy season when tourist demand drops. April is also affordable ($380 avg). Peak pricing hits in August ($700 avg) during the Great Migration and in December ($580 avg) for Christmas.

How long is the flight to Nairobi from London?

Direct flights from London Heathrow to Jomo Kenyatta (NBO) take approximately 8 hours 30 minutes. Kenya Airways and British Airways both operate daily direct services. One-stop options via Istanbul, Dubai, or Addis Ababa take 11-16 hours but can save $50-100.

Which airlines fly direct to Nairobi?

Direct from London: Kenya Airways and British Airways (both daily, Heathrow). KLM from Amsterdam. Other connections: Turkish Airlines (Istanbul), Emirates (Dubai), Ethiopian Airlines (Addis Ababa), Qatar Airways (Doha). Nairobi is East Africa's main hub with 40+ international routes.

Do I need a visa for Kenya?

Most visitors (including UK and US) need an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA, $30). Apply at etakenya.go.ke at least 7 days before travel. This replaced the old e-visa system in 2024. Approval is typically within 72 hours.

Can I pay for Nairobi flights with cryptocurrency?

Yes. Travorio accepts Bitcoin, Ethereum, USDT, USDC, and 100+ other cryptocurrencies. Kenya is one of Africa's crypto leaders, and paying for your trip in crypto avoids the 3-5% card conversion fee on Kenyan Shilling transactions.

Should I book safari flights or drive from Nairobi?

Fly if your budget allows. Wilson Airport (6 km from CBD) has light aircraft to Masai Mara (1h, $100-250 one-way), Amboseli (45min, $100-200), and Samburu (1.5h, $150-300). The drive to Masai Mara takes 5-6 hours on rough roads. Flying saves a full day of travel.

January

$550

high demand

February

$520

high demand

March

$430

medium demand

April

$380

low demand

May

$350

low demand

June

$450

medium demand

July

$600

high demand

August

$700

peak demand

September

$650

high demand

October

$500

medium demand

November

$430

medium demand

December

$580

high demand

Kenya Airways

Direct

From London Heathrow|8h 30m|$400-$850

British Airways

Direct

From London Heathrow|8h 45m|$450-$900

Turkish Airlines

1 stop

From Istanbul (via)|12h|$350-$700

Amsterdam

AMS · Netherlands

From $520·11h

New York

JFK · US

From $700·15h+

Istanbul

IST · Turkey

From $380·7h

Dar es Salaam

DAR · Tanzania

From $120·1h 15m

Addis Ababa

ADD · Ethiopia

From $150·2h 30m

Uber / Bolt

KES 1,000-2,000 ($8-15)30-60 minutes

Best option for visitors. Nairobi traffic is heavy — allow extra time, especially 7-9am and 5-8pm.

Airport Bus (KBS)

KES 100 ($0.80)45-75 minutes

Kenya Bus Service to CBD. Infrequent. Uber is more reliable.

Taxi

KES 2,000-3,500 ($15-27)30-60 minutes

Yellow cabs at the airport. More expensive than Uber. Negotiate before boarding.

Matatu (Minibus)

KES 50-100 ($0.40-0.80)Varies

Iconic Nairobi minibuses. An experience but not recommended with luggage.

Safari Flight (Wilson)

$100-3001-2 hours

Light aircraft from Wilson Airport to Masai Mara, Amboseli, Samburu. Book via safari operator.

Local tip: Download Uber and Bolt before landing — they're 40-60% cheaper than airport taxis. Nairobi traffic can double journey times at rush hour. Safari flights from Wilson Airport are worth the cost for Masai Mara (1h vs 5h drive).

Giraffe Centre — hand-feed endangered Rothschild's giraffes at eye level from a raised platform in Karen

Masai Mara gateway — the Great Migration (July-October) is a 1-hour flight or 5-hour drive from Nairobi

Carnivore Restaurant — Nairobi's famous all-you-can-eat game meat restaurant (crocodile, ostrich, zebra)

Climate

Tropical highland — spring-like year-round. Warm days (22-26°C), cool nights (10-14°C). Long rains March-May, short rains October-December.

Best Time to Visit

July-October for Great Migration; January-February for dry weather; year-round for Nairobi attractions

Currency

Kenyan Shilling (KES). ~KES 130 = $1 USD. M-Pesa mobile money dominant; cards at hotels/malls; cash for markets.

Language

English (official), Swahili (national language); both widely spoken

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Crypto in Nairobi: Kenya is one of Africa's top crypto markets with high mobile money adoption (M-Pesa). Bitcoin peer-to-peer trading is active. Several Nairobi businesses accept crypto, and the country's tech-savvy "Silicon Savannah" culture drives adoption.

When is the Great Migration in Kenya?

The wildebeest herds arrive in the Masai Mara from July to October, with the dramatic river crossings typically happening in August-September. This is peak season with highest flight and safari prices. Book at least 3 months ahead for the best Mara camps.

From Dubai (via)|14h|$450-$950

Ethiopian Airlines

1 stop

From Addis Ababa (via)|11h|$380-$750

Qatar Airways

1 stop

From Doha (via)|13h|$420-$850

EAT (UTC+3) — same as Zanzibar and Addis Ababa, 3 hours ahead of London in winter

Visa

Most nationalities need an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA, $30) — apply at etakenya.go.ke. Replaced e-visa in 2024. Process takes 3-7 days. Apply before travel.

Flights to Nairobi(NBO)

Quick Facts — Flights to Nairobi

Cheapest Time to Fly to Nairobi

Airlines Flying to Nairobi

Flights to Nairobi by City

Nairobi Airport Guide

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

Wilson Airport

Getting from NBO to Nairobi

Nairobi Travel Essentials

Top Things to Know About Nairobi

Flexible Payment for Nairobi Flights

Pay with Crypto

Flights to Nairobi — FAQ

What is the cheapest month to fly to Nairobi?

How long is the flight to Nairobi from London?

Which airlines fly direct to Nairobi?

Do I need a visa for Kenya?

Can I pay for Nairobi flights with cryptocurrency?

Should I book safari flights or drive from Nairobi?

Nairobi Travel Guides

Où séjourner à Nairobi

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Kenya Airways

British Airways

Turkish Airlines

Uber / Bolt

Airport Bus (KBS)

Taxi

Matatu (Minibus)

Safari Flight (Wilson)

PayPal & Card

When is the Great Migration in Kenya?

Emirates

Ethiopian Airlines

Qatar Airways

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