Travelling from Kigali Airport (KGL) to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Kigali Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport.
Nairobi's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Nairobi one hour ahead of Kigali.
Flights from KGL to NBO start at 03:40 — the earliest with Kenya Airways. The latest departure is at 20:35 with Brussels Airlines. Overall, there are 36 weekly Kigali Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your KGL to NBO flight.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
You can fly nonstop to Nairobi, Kenya. Prepare for takeoff with one of these airlines that operate direct flights from Kigali Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport:
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Kenya Airways.
With 74.32% of services arriving as scheduled, Kenya Airways is the most punctual carrier offering KGL to NBO flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Kigali Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between KGL and NBO include:
Dar Es Salaam Airport
Entebbe Airport
Harare Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kigali Airport (KGL) to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
Currently, R 4,140 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kigali Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 5,751. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from KGL to NBO by booking 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Kigali Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from KGL to NBO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Kigali Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport.
Handy information about Kigali Airport (KGL)
Of the flights that depart from Kigali Airport, 68% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Kigali Airport from central Kigali, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near KGL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Kigali Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
Consider booking a hotel near NBO if you're taking a late Kigali Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
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 providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport about three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Nairobi. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
The quietest month for a flight from Kigali Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Nairobi based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Kigali Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Nairobi, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Search for cheap tickets from KGL to NBO sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Kenya
Nairobi has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Kenya just waiting to be discovered. About 434 kilometres south-east of Nairobi, a trip to Mombasa will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Mombasa Marine National Park, Fort Jesus and Mombasa Beach.
Around 145 kilometres north-west of Nairobi, Nakuru is another essential stop in Kenya. Experience major highlights starting with Nakuru National Park, Lake Nakuru and Lake Nakuru View.