Travelling from Mumbai Airport (BOM) to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Mumbai Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport is 6 hours 10 minutes.
Nairobi's timezone is UTC+3, making Nairobi two hours 30 minutes behind Mumbai.
Flights from BOM to NBO start from 02:05 — the earliest with IndiGo. The last service of the day is at 06:45 with Kenya Airways. Overall, you can choose from 17 weekly Mumbai Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport flights.
Your BOM to NBO flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as November, 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 travel during a high season in general.
Flying into Nairobi (and then seeing more of Kenya!) is a breeze with Kenya Airways. This popular airline offers direct flights from Mumbai Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport.
Most passengers choose to fly with Kenya Airways on this route.
Among carriers operating BOM to NBO flights, IndiGo has the best record for on-time arrivals.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Mumbai Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between BOM and NBO:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Zayed International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Mumbai Airport (BOM) to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
R 2,987 is the lowest price for a one-way Mumbai Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 6,235. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from BOM to NBO. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Mumbai Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from BOM to NBO by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Mumbai Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport.
Handy information about Mumbai Airport (BOM)
Of the flights that depart from Mumbai Airport, 56% land on time at their destination.
Mumbai Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Mumbai. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour on public transport.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near BOM. Whether you have an early flight from Mumbai Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
If you're coming in on a late Mumbai Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near NBO:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Green Motion or Hertz and explore beyond Nairobi's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
When to fly to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
The quietest month for a flight from Mumbai Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Nairobi based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Mumbai Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport for February if you want to visit Nairobi during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BOM to NBO in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.
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 keep you busy. Start with attractions like Mombasa Marine National Park, Fort Jesus and Mombasa Beach.
If you want to check out another corner of Kenya, consider Nakuru, about 145 kilometres north-west of Nairobi. Nakuru National Park, Lake Nakuru and Lake Nakuru View are key highlights.