Flying from Nairobi to Lodwar Airport (LOK): What you need to know
Start your journey at one of Nairobi's main airports, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL). Check out your options for booking a flight from Nairobi to Lodwar Airport (LOK) departing from either of these.
Nairobi and Lodwar (where Lodwar Airport is located) share the UTC+3 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch on arrival.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Nairobi to LOK.
Planning to travel during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
NBO is around 14 kilometres from central Nairobi. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Have an early flight from Nairobi to Lodwar Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport:
Of all flights departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, 67.1% touch down on time at their destination.
Wilson Airport (WIL)
Catching a flight out of Wilson Airport (WIL)? Direct Nairobi to Lodwar Airport (LOK) plane tickets are available from this popular hub.
From WIL, direct flights from Nairobi to LOK are offered by Skyward Express.
Skyward Express attracts the most bookings on the WIL to LOK route.
WIL is around 3 kilometres from central Nairobi. It'll take 15 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Nairobi to LOK flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Wilson Airport:
About Lodwar Airport (LOK)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Nairobi to Lodwar Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near LOK instead:
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Lodwar Airport (LOK)
Right now, R 1,353 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Lodwar Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,715. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Nairobi to LOK. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
Affordable Nairobi to Lodwar Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Nairobi to Lodwar Airport (LOK)
February is the quietest month for flights from Nairobi to Lodwar Airport (LOK), while May is the most popular. Work out the best time to visit Lodwar based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Lodwar is February, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Lock in your Nairobi to LOK plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Nairobi to Lodwar Airport in July when temperatures are between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
More about Lodwar
Once you've booked your flight from Nairobi to Lodwar Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Lodwar:
There are loads of fantastic things to do in Lodwar when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Saint Augustine's Cathedral followed by Kenyatta Museum and Desert Museum.
Explore more of Kenya
You've visited Lodwar, now it's time to discover other corners of Kenya. Travel around 290 kilometres south to Eldoret to check off its top attractions. From Kapseret Eco Resort to BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Eldoret and Eldoret Nature & Culture Centre, your itinerary will be busy.
Kitale is another well-known destination in Kenya and is around 241 kilometres south of Lodwar. No journey is complete without visiting KITALE MUSEUM, Kitale Museum Nature Walk and SAROZ GARDEN AND RESORT.
