Flying from Nairobi to Singapore: what you need to know
Nairobi has a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Nairobi to Singapore flying out of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL).
When planning your arrival in Singapore, Changi International Airport (SIN) and Seletar Airport (XSP) are the major entry points.
Singapore's timezone is UTC+8, making Singapore five hours ahead of Nairobi.
Leave enough time to make your Nairobi to Singapore flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Singapore
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Nairobi to Singapore flights if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
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Flying from Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Nairobi to Singapore flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Located around 11 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.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Nairobi to Singapore or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of all flights leaving Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, 67.1% land on schedule at their destination.
Arriving in Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
The distance from Changi International Airport (SIN) to central Singapore is approximately 18 kilometres. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Nairobi to Singapore, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near SIN:
Explore without limits with a Changi International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Avis, Sixt or Green Motion and venture far and wide through Singapore and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Changi International Airport around two weeks in advance of your Nairobi to Singapore flight.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
Once your flight from Nairobi to Singapore has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 25 minutes by car. Central Singapore is roughly 14 kilometres from Seletar Airport (XSP).
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near XSP. Kick back after your Nairobi to Singapore flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Singapore
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Nairobi to Singapore. April is the busiest month to visit Singapore. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
Before locking in your Nairobi to Singapore tickets, think about the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Singapore, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap flights from Nairobi to Singapore around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Singapore
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Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Marina Bay Sands, Gardens by the Bay and Universal Studios Singapore are attractions you won't want to skip in Singapore.