Travelling from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) to Cairo Airport (CAI): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Cairo Airport is 5 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Cairo is UTC+2, which is one hour behind Nairobi.
Each week, there are seven Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Cairo Airport flights. If you want to take off as soon as possible, select the 02:55 EgyptAir flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 05:55 with EgyptAir.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your NBO to CAI flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
EgyptAir is your ticket to exploring Cairo (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Egypt!). Browse the direct flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Cairo Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is EgyptAir.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals for NBO to CAI flights is EgyptAir.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Cairo Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between NBO and CAI:
Jeddah Airport
Addis Ababa Airport
Juba Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) to Cairo Airport (CAI)
R 4,035 is the best price for a one-way Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Cairo Airport flight. Return flights start from R 6,792. These prices can change based on availability.
Get cheap tickets from NBO to CAI by booking at least eight months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Plan your trip for January. That's the cheapest month for flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Cairo Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
Of all flights leaving Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport, 62% arrive on time at their destination.
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Nairobi. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near NBO? If you've booked an early flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Cairo Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Cairo Airport (CAI)
If you're coming in on a late Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Cairo Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near CAI:
Travel at your own speed with a Cairo Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and venture far and wide through Cairo and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Cairo Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Cairo Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
From Cairo Airport, Cairo is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Cairo Airport (CAI)
The quietest month for a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Cairo Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Cairo based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Cairo Airport for July if you want to explore Cairo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Search for cheap tickets from NBO to CAI sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Egypt
You've seen Cairo, now it's time to discover other corners of Egypt. Travel around 177 kilometres north-west to Alexandria to tick off its leading attractions. From Bibliotheca Alexandria to Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo, Port Said is another favourite stop in Egypt. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Suez Canal, Museum of Modern Art in Port Said and Zahir Mosque.