Flying from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is 4 hours 20 minutes.
Nairobi is one hour behind Port Louis and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Flights from MRU to NBO start at 04:00 — the earliest with Kenya Airways. The latest departure is at 18:50 with Kenya Airways. In total, there are 13 weekly Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flights.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your MRU to NBO flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Flying into Nairobi (and then exploring more of Kenya!) is a breeze with Kenya Airways. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
Most passengers choose to fly with Kenya Airways on this route.
Among carriers operating MRU to NBO flights, Kenya Airways has the best track record for timely arrivals.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. These are the top stopovers between MRU and NBO:
Antananarivo Ivato International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flight is R 8,557. A return fare right now is R 17,248. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MRU 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 November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Handy information about Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU)
Of all flights leaving Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport, 72.12% land on time at their destination.
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Port Louis. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near MRU. Whether you're taking an early flight from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Reserve a hotel near NBO if you're taking a late Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Jomo Kenyatta International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Green Motion or Hertz and discover more of Nairobi and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Nairobi. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Nairobi. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Nairobi is March, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July sees average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MRU to NBO sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Kenya
You've done Nairobi, now it's time to discover more of Kenya. Travel around 434 kilometres south-east to Mombasa to tick off its leading attractions. From Fort Jesus to Haller Park and Old Town of Mombasa, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 145 kilometres north-west of Nairobi, Nakuru is another essential stop in Kenya. Start your sightseeing at ARTHUR GARDENS (WEDDING/EVENT GROUNDS), Upper Hill estate and Muhia's Conservation Forest.