Travelling from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Nairobi: what you need to know
Copenhagen Airport is located in Copenhagen. Following the UTC+3 timezone, Nairobi is two hours ahead of Copenhagen.
To avoid missing your CPH to Nairobi flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even tick off a new city. When browsing for flight tickets from CPH to Nairobi, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Travelling from central Copenhagen to CPH takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a hotel near CPH? If you're boarding an early flight from Copenhagen Airport to Nairobi, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
76.54% of flights leaving from Copenhagen Airport land at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Nairobi
The best price we've found for a one-way Copenhagen Airport to Nairobi flight is R 6,206. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 9,665. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from CPH to Nairobi, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
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Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to the centre of Nairobi takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Copenhagen Airport to Nairobi. Check in to one of these accommodation options near NBO instead:
Pick up 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 top providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from CPH to Nairobi.
Wilson Airport (WIL)
After your flight from Copenhagen Airport to Nairobi has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 15 minutes by car. Central Nairobi is roughly 3 kilometres from Wilson Airport (WIL).
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 45 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near WIL. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your CPH to Nairobi flight:
Pick up a Wilson Airport rental car and make your journey as spontaneous as you want. You can choose from leading providers like Auto-Union and Unicorn rent a car.
Get your preferred vehicle, not just what's left, by securing your ride from WIL before your arrival. You can also avoid paying extra, especially when demand is high.
Best time to go to Nairobi
Plan your trip to Nairobi in peak season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Copenhagen Airport to Nairobi in the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Before booking a Copenhagen Airport to Nairobi flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Nairobi, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CPH to Nairobi in July when temperatures average between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
More about Nairobi
After booking your flight from Copenhagen Airport to Nairobi, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Nairobi:
The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Nairobi National Park are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Nairobi must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Westlands Maasai Market D at the roof top.
Explore more of Kenya
You've visited Nairobi, now it's time to discover other corners of Kenya. Journey around 434 kilometres south-east to Mombasa to check off its top sights. From Fort Jesus to Haller Park and Old Town of Mombasa, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Nakuru is another essential stop in Kenya and is around 145 kilometres north-west of Nairobi. No trip is complete without seeing ARTHUR GARDENS (WEDDING/EVENT GROUNDS), Upper Hill estate and Muhia's Conservation Forest.
