Flying from Rome to Nairobi: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering where you'll board your flight from Rome to Nairobi. Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) are Rome's main airports.
Touch down in Nairobi at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL).
Nairobi is two hours ahead of Rome and observes the UTC+3 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your Rome to Nairobi flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month like August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Nairobi
To find cheap Rome to Nairobi flights, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Rome to Nairobi is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across each month and score a great deal.
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Flying from Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even tour another city. When browsing Rome to Nairobi flights leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Located around 23 kilometres from central Rome, FCO can be reached in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel close to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Rome to Nairobi, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport's on-time performance, data shows 70.57% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
On public transport, you can travel from central Rome to CIA in around 1 hour 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 13 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 40 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not enjoy another night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport the day before your flight from Rome to Nairobi:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport has an on-time performance of 73%. This figure shows how often flights departing from this airport land on time.
Arriving in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Rome to Nairobi. Check in to one of these accommodation options near NBO instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Jomo Kenyatta International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Auto-Union, Green Motion or Hertz and discover more of Nairobi and beyond.
Booking your ride from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Wilson Airport (WIL)
Wilson Airport (WIL) is around 2 kilometres from the centre of Nairobi. Once you've hopped off your flight from Rome to Nairobi, it takes approximately 15 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to WIL. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Rome to Nairobi:
Why wait around for public transport? A Wilson Airport rental car lets you get going right away. Roll down your windows and hit the open road with a set of wheels from Auto-Union or Unicorn rent a car.
Get your preferred vehicle, not just what's available, by securing your ride from WIL in advance. You can also avoid last-minute price surges, especially during busy airport times.
Best time to go to Nairobi
February is the quietest month for flights from Rome to Nairobi, while July is the busiest. Find the ideal time to go to Nairobi based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Nairobi is March, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Rome to Nairobi ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
July sees average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Look for cheap flights from Rome to Nairobi around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Nairobi
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Nairobi right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Rome to Nairobi:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Nairobi National Park, The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Westlands Maasai Market D at the roof top are major attractions which should feature on every Nairobi itinerary.
Explore more of Kenya
You've seen Nairobi, now it's time to explore other corners of Kenya. Travel about 434 kilometres south-east to Mombasa to tick off its leading sights. From Fort Jesus to Haller Park and Old Town of Mombasa, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 145 kilometres north-west of Nairobi, Nakuru is another favourite stop in Kenya. Experience major highlights starting with ARTHUR GARDENS (WEDDING/EVENT GROUNDS), Upper Hill estate and Muhia's Conservation Forest.