Flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 8 hours 10 minutes.
Nairobi is two hours ahead of Frankfurt and observes the UTC+3 timezone.
Flights from FRA to NBO start from 11:25 — the earliest with Lufthansa. The last service of the day is at 11:30 with Lufthansa. In total, there are seven weekly Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport flights.
Your FRA to NBO flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Lufthansa has direct flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Nairobi — and maybe even more of Kenya if time allows.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Lufthansa on this route.
Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier that operates FRA to NBO flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between FRA and NBO:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Brussels International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
At the moment, R 6,104 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 9,790. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get cheap tickets from FRA to NBO, reserve your journey 11 months before your planned departure.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Of the departures from Frankfurt am Main Airport, 74% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Frankfurt am Main Airport from central Frankfurt, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to FRA? If you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near NBO instead:
Grab a Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport rental car and discover Nairobi and beyond with your own set of wheels. Auto-Union, Green Motion and Hertz are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
When to fly to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
August is the busiest month for flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Nairobi in March.
When reserving your flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Nairobi, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FRA to NBO in July. Temperatures average between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) then.
Explore more of Kenya
Nairobi has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Kenya just waiting to be discovered. About 434 kilometres south-east of Nairobi, a trip to Mombasa will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Mombasa Marine National Park, Fort Jesus and Mombasa Beach.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Kenya, consider Nakuru, roughly 145 kilometres north-west of Nairobi. Nakuru National Park, Lake Nakuru and Lake Nakuru View are key highlights.
