Travelling from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO): what you need to know
The timezone in Nairobi is UTC+3, which is five hours behind Shanghai.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your PVG to NBO flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as April? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport. Here are the top stopovers between PVG and NBO:
Guangzhou Airport
Dubai Airport
Changsha Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
R 5,988 is the lowest price for a one-way Shanghai Pudong Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 11,285. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To find cheap tickets from PVG to NBO, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across each month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
The address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Pudong Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 82% of flights that take off from PVG reach their destination on time.
To get to Shanghai Pudong Airport from central Shanghai, it takes about 1 hour 5 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 50 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near PVG? If you're boarding an early flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
If you're coming in on a late Shanghai Pudong Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these options near NBO:
Travel at your own speed with a Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Auto-Union, Green Motion or Hertz and find adventure across Nairobi and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport about three weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi
From Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport, Nairobi is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
August is the busiest month for flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Nairobi in March.
The warmest month in Nairobi is February, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PVG to NBO in July. Temperatures average between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) then.
Explore more of Kenya
Nairobi has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Kenya waiting to be explored. Around 434 kilometres south-east of Nairobi, a visit to Mombasa will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Mombasa Marine National Park, Fort Jesus and Mombasa Beach.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Kenya, consider Nakuru, about 145 kilometres north-west of Nairobi. Nakuru National Park, Lake Nakuru and Lake Nakuru View are highlights.