Travelling from Nairobi to Rome: what you need to know
Nairobi is home to two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Nairobi to Rome flying out of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL).
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) are Rome's primary gateways.
The timezone in Rome is UTC+1, which is two hours behind Nairobi.
Leave plenty of time to make your Nairobi to Rome flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Rome
To find cheap Nairobi to Rome flights, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
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Flying from Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for Nairobi to Rome flights leaving from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Travelling from central Nairobi to NBO takes around 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Nairobi to Rome? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport:
When it comes to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.1% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Arriving in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is approximately 23 kilometres from the centre of Rome. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 40 minutes.
It typically takes 50 minutes to get there on public transport.
Reserve a hotel close to FCO if you're coming in on a late flight from Nairobi to Rome. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and find adventure across Rome and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport around three weeks ahead of your Nairobi to Rome flight.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Once your flight from Nairobi to Rome has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central Rome is roughly 14 kilometres from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
You can expect the journey to take approximately 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to CIA. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Nairobi to Rome:
RentSmart24, Sicily by Car and Surprice make picking up a Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport rental car quick and easy. These providers are located around or in the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from CIA one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Rome
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Nairobi to Rome. August is the most popular month for a trip to Rome. If you like a quieter vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your Nairobi to Rome tickets, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Rome, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Nairobi to Rome in January when temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Rome
Start your Rome trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Nairobi to Rome, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum are popular attractions which should be on any good Rome itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
You've seen Rome, now it's time to explore other parts of Italy. Travel around 483 kilometres north-west to Milan to tick off its popular sights. From Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano to Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If there's time to check out another corner of Italy, head for Naples, roughly 193 kilometres south-east of Rome. National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples are among its highlights.