Flying from Frankfurt to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO): What you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Frankfurt. Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Frankfurt to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) jetting off from here.
Around 8 hours 10 minutes is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Frankfurt to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flight.
Nairobi is two hours ahead of Frankfurt. Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is located in Nairobi, which is in the UTC+3 timezone.
The most popular route is from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Choose from 6 direct services every week. Lufthansa operates a 11:25am departure between FRA and NBO.
Your flight from Frankfurt to NBO won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like September. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and as much as four hours for an international flight. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
You can jump on a direct flight from Frankfurt to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) leaving from Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
You can book a direct flight from Frankfurt to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport with Lufthansa. This popular airline offers services from FRA.
Most passengers prefer to fly with Lufthansa between FRA and NBO.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate on this route is Lufthansa.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Frankfurt to NBO. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Travelling from central Frankfurt to FRA takes around 20 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Frankfurt to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Frankfurt Airport:
When it comes to Frankfurt Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN)
On public transport, you can travel from central Frankfurt to HHN in around 2 hours 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 121 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour 25 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Frankfurt to NBO flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Frankfurt Hahn Airport:
The majority of flights that depart Frankfurt Hahn Airport touch down at their destination as expected. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 82%.
About Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Frankfurt to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near NBO instead:
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Frankfurt to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi
From Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, central Nairobi is around 18 kilometres away. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is 251 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 513 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Book 11 months before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Frankfurt to NBO.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Frankfurt to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). July is the busiest month to visit Nairobi. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, go in December.
Lock in a Frankfurt to NBO plane ticket departing in February if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Nairobi to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Frankfurt to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
More about Nairobi
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Nairobi right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Masai Mara National Reserve, The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Giraffe manor are must-visits when exploring Nairobi.
Explore more of Kenya
You've seen Nairobi, now it's time to discover other corners of Kenya. Journey about 153 kilometres northwest to Nakuru to check off its must-visit sights. From Nakuru National Park to Lake Nakuru and Lake Nakuru View, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Eldoret is another favourite destination in Kenya and is around 274 kilometres northwest of Nairobi. No trip is complete without seeing BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Eldoret, Eldoret Nature & Culture Centre and The Eldoret City of Champions Monument.




