Flying from King Fahd International Airport (DMM) to Nairobi: what you need to know
Nairobi's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Dammam (the location of King Fahd International Airport).
For a relaxed start to your DMM to Nairobi flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're travelling 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. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even tick off a new city. When searching for flight tickets from DMM to Nairobi, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
DMM is around 29 kilometres from central Dammam. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 50 minutes.
King Fahd International Airport has a strong on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from DMM land on schedule 83.88% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from King Fahd International Airport (DMM) to Nairobi
R 2,139 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way King Fahd International Airport to Nairobi flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is R 5,808. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from DMM to Nairobi, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Landing cheap tickets from King Fahd International Airport to Nairobi is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest prices across the month and land an epic 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 takes about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Book a hotel near NBO if you're coming in on a late flight from King Fahd International Airport to Nairobi. Choose one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Follow your own route with a Jomo Kenyatta International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Green Motion or Hertz and chase adventure across Nairobi and beyond.
Booking your ride from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from DMM to Nairobi can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Wilson Airport (WIL)
Once your flight from King Fahd International Airport to Nairobi has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 15 minutes by car. Central Nairobi is roughly 3 kilometres from Wilson Airport (WIL).
The trip will take about 45 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near WIL. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your DMM to Nairobi flight at one of these well-located options:
Why waste time waiting for a cab? A Wilson Airport rental car lets you get going right away. Put on your favourite playlist and hit the open road with a set of wheels from Auto-Union or Unicorn rent a car.
Avoid filling out forms at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from WIL a few weeks in advance so you can simply grab the keys and get going.
Best time to go to Nairobi
Plan your trip to Nairobi during peak season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from King Fahd International Airport to Nairobi in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Lock in a King Fahd International Airport to Nairobi flight ticket with a departure in March to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from DMM to Nairobi around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Nairobi
Start your Nairobi trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from King Fahd International Airport to Nairobi, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, Nairobi National Park and Westlands Maasai Market D at the roof top are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Nairobi itinerary.
Explore more of Kenya
You've done Nairobi, now it's time to explore other corners of Kenya. Journey around 434 kilometres south-east to Mombasa to check off its must-visit sights. From Fort Jesus to Haller Park and Old Town of Mombasa, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 145 kilometres north-west of Nairobi, Nakuru is another favourite stop in Kenya. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at ARTHUR GARDENS (WEDDING/EVENT GROUNDS), Upper Hill estate and Muhia's Conservation Forest.
