Travelling from Nairobi to Hargeisa Airport (HGA): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Nairobi. Explore your options departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL) when organising your flight from Nairobi to Hargeisa Airport (HGA).
Around 2 hours is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Nairobi to Hargeisa Airport flight.
Hargeisa Airport is located in Hargeisa. The city's timezone is UTC+3 — the same as Nairobi.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Nairobi to HGA. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Nairobi to Hargeisa Airport (HGA) leave from this terminal.
You can lock in a direct flight from Nairobi to Hargeisa Airport with Bluesky Aviation. This top carrier operates services from NBO.
Most passengers prefer to book seats with Bluesky Aviation from NBO to HGA.
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Nairobi, NBO can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Nairobi to Hargeisa Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport:
67.1% of flights that depart Jomo Kenyatta International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Wilson Airport (WIL)
WIL is about 3 kilometres from central Nairobi. It takes 15 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Nairobi to HGA flight? Relax in a hotel near Wilson Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
About Hargeisa Airport (HGA)
Get off your flight from Nairobi to Hargeisa Airport and be relaxing in your hotel bed soon after. If you're searching for a convenient option a quick drive from HGA, unpack your bags at Jees Hotel.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Hargeisa Airport (HGA)
R 6,732 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Hargeisa Airport. Return flights start at R 13,804. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Nairobi to HGA if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
Affordable Nairobi to Hargeisa Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Nairobi to Hargeisa Airport (HGA)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding the best time to fly. February is the quietest month to visit Hargeisa. June is when most people book flights from Nairobi to Hargeisa Airport (HGA), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
When booking your Nairobi to HGA plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Hargeisa, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Nairobi to Hargeisa Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Hargeisa
You have your flight from Nairobi to Hargeisa Airport organised, so all that's left to do is search for a hotel in Hargeisa. Jees Hotel is a crowd favourite.
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. RADIO HARGEISA SOMALILAND, Masjid Qalib and Syed Ali Mosque are top sights which should be on any well-planned Hargeisa itinerary.
Explore more of Somalia
Squeeze more into your Somalia trip by venturing beyond Hargeisa. Around 161 kilometres away to the east, Burao is another city to put on your to-do list. Check off some of its biggest sights like Burco Central Mosque (Al-Raxma) while you're there.
Borama is another standout destination in Somalia and is around 113 kilometres north-west of Hargeisa. No trip is complete without dropping by Al Huda Mosque, XAFAD WAYNTA HENLEY and Beerta Xabaalaha Al Rowda.