Flying from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Nairobi: what you need to know
Nairobi is seven hours behind Brisbane, where Brisbane Airport is located. Nairobi runs on the UTC+3 timezone.
To avoid rushing for your BNE to Nairobi flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Whether you'd like to explore a new city on the way or just take a break, we make it easy to find flight tickets from BNE to Nairobi with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) is a top connection hub.
Travelling from central Brisbane to BNE takes around 30 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near BNE. Whether you're catching an early flight from Brisbane Airport to Nairobi or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
When it comes to Brisbane Airport's on-time performance, data shows 66.16% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Nairobi
R 8,961 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Brisbane Airport to Nairobi flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is R 18,988. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from BNE to Nairobi if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
Finding cheap tickets from Brisbane Airport to Nairobi is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to get the best prices across the month and snap up a sweet deal.
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Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
The distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to NBO if you're coming in on a late flight from Brisbane Airport to Nairobi. Select one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Grab a Jomo Kenyatta International Airport rental car and discover Nairobi and beyond with your own set of wheels. Auto-Union, Green Motion and Hertz are popular providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from BNE to Nairobi.
Wilson Airport (WIL)
Central Nairobi is about 3 kilometres from Wilson Airport (WIL). After your flight from Brisbane Airport to Nairobi has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 15 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 45 minutes.
Following your BNE to Nairobi flight, settle in at a hotel close to WIL. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Why waste time waiting for public transport? A Wilson Airport rental car lets you start your journey right away. Turn up the music and hit the highway with a set of wheels from Auto-Union or Unicorn rent a car.
Avoid filling out paperwork at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from WIL in advance so you can simply get the keys and go.
Best time to go to Nairobi
Carefully consider your trip dates before booking your flight from Brisbane Airport to Nairobi. The city comes alive in peak season, but hotel rates are generally higher and top attractions can be crowded. Go to Nairobi in the low season if you like a quieter vibe.
Book a Brisbane Airport to Nairobi flight ticket with a departure in March if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BNE to Nairobi in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.
More about Nairobi
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Nairobi right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Brisbane Airport to Nairobi:
The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Nairobi National Park are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your Nairobi travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Westlands Maasai Market D at the roof top.
Explore more of Kenya
Nairobi has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Kenya just waiting to be discovered. About 434 kilometres south-east of Nairobi, a visit to Mombasa will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Fort Jesus, Haller Park and Old Town of Mombasa.
If you're eager to discover another side of Kenya, head for Nakuru, roughly 145 kilometres north-west of Nairobi. ARTHUR GARDENS (WEDDING/EVENT GROUNDS), Upper Hill estate and Muhia's Conservation Forest are the start of reasons to visit.
