Flying from Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO): what you need to know
Nairobi's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Nairobi nine hours ahead of Minneapolis.
Your MSP to NBO flight won't wait if you're running 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.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between MSP and NBO include:
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
R 8,587 is the lowest price for a one-way Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 17,361. These fares can change based on availability.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MSP to NBO. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport.
Handy information about Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
MSP is located at 6040 28th Avenue South.
When it comes to Minneapolis St Paul Airport's on-time performance, 77% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Minneapolis St Paul Airport from central Minneapolis, it takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to MSP:
Arriving at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
If you're coming in on a late Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these options near NBO:
Pick up a Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport rental car and explore Nairobi and beyond with your own set of wheels. Auto-Union, Green Motion and Hertz are leading providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport around three weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
When to fly to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
The quietest month for a flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Nairobi based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport, think about the type of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Nairobi, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MSP to NBO in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.
Explore more of Kenya
You've visited Nairobi, now it's time to discover other corners of Kenya. Journey about 434 kilometres south-east to Mombasa to tick off its top attractions. From Mombasa Marine National Park to Fort Jesus and Mombasa Beach, your itinerary will be busy.
Nakuru is another standout destination in Kenya and is around 145 kilometres north-west of Nairobi. No trip is complete without seeing Nakuru National Park, Lake Nakuru and Lake Nakuru View.