Travelling from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) to Lamu Airport (LAU): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Lamu Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 20 minutes.
Flights from NBO to LAU start from 09:00 — the first with Jambojet Limited. The last service of the day is at 09:00 with Jambojet Limited. In total, there are seven weekly Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Lamu Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your NBO to LAU flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Jambojet offers direct flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Lamu Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Lamu — and maybe even more of Kenya if you have time.
Jambojet is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
If you'd like to discover a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Lamu Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Mombasa Airport is a well-known stop between NBO and LAU.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) to Lamu Airport (LAU)
R 1,205 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Lamu Airport flight. Return flights start from R 2,320. These fares can change depending on demand.
To score cheap tickets from NBO to LAU, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Lamu Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Handy information about Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
62% of flights that leave from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Nairobi to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near NBO. Whether you're taking an early flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Lamu Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Lamu Airport (LAU)
If you have a late Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Lamu Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near LAU:
Getting from Lamu Airport (LAU) to central Lamu
Lamu Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Lamu. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Lamu Airport (LAU)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Lamu Airport. December is the most popular month to head to Lamu. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Lamu is March, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Lamu Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from NBO to LAU in August. Temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Kenya
Lamu has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Kenya waiting to be explored. About 467 kilometres west of Lamu, a visit to Nairobi will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Masai Mara National Reserve, The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Giraffe manor.
Mombasa is another essential stop in Kenya and is around 241 kilometres south-west of Lamu. No trip is complete without experiencing Mombasa Marine National Park, Fort Jesus and Mombasa Beach.