Travelling from Milan to Nairobi: what you need to know
Organising your flight from Milan to Nairobi begins with finding the most convenient airport to start your trip. Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY) and Milan Linate Airport (LIN) are the main terminals in Milan.
Step off your plane in Nairobi at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) or Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL).
Nairobi is two hours ahead of Milan and follows the UTC+3 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your Milan to Nairobi flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Nairobi
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap Milan to Nairobi flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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Flying from Milan
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even explore another city. When browsing Milan to Nairobi flights leaving from Milan Malpensa Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Cairo Airport (CAI)
MXP is around 40 kilometres from central Milan. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel close to Milan Malpensa Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Milan to Nairobi, these accommodation options will have you nice and close to your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Milan Malpensa Airport, data shows 76% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY)
Break up your Milan to Nairobi flight with a stop so you can freshen up or cross a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between Milan Bergamo Airport and Nairobi include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Cairo Airport (CAI)
You can get to BGY from central Milan in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Milan to Nairobi? Kick back in a hotel near Milan Bergamo Airport before your adventure officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
Milan Bergamo Airport has an on-time performance of 75%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that depart from this airport land on schedule.
Milan Linate Airport (LIN)
Choosing a ticket from Milan to Nairobi with one or more stops can give you more departure time choices on top of cheaper fares. When jetting off from Milan Linate Airport (LIN), here are a few places you can detour to on your way to Nairobi:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Brussels International Airport (BRU)
The trip to LIN from the centre of Milan is around 30 minutes by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 20 minutes to cover the 8 kilometres or so.
Make taking an early Milan to Nairobi flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to Milan Linate Airport and get to the check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
LIN has a solid on-time arrivals performance of 83%, so you can count on your flight to stay on course and touch down as expected.
Arriving in Nairobi
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
The distance from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi is roughly 13 kilometres. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to NBO if you have a late flight from Milan to Nairobi. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport rental car and explore Nairobi and beyond with your own set of wheels. Auto-Union, Green Motion and Hertz are top outlets you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport about three weeks ahead of your Milan to Nairobi flight.
Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)
Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) is roughly 3 kilometres from the centre of Nairobi. Once you've hopped off your flight from Milan to Nairobi, it takes approximately 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take about 35 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to lay your head close to WIL. Settle in and get cosy after your Milan to Nairobi flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Pick up a Nairobi Wilson Airport rental car and make your journey as spontaneous as you want. You can select from trusted rental outlets like Auto-Union and Unicorn rent a car.
Lock in the vehicle you want, not just whatever's left, by reserving your ride from WIL ahead of your arrival. You can also avoid paying extra, especially during peak travel times.
Best time to go to Nairobi
August is the busiest month for flights from Milan to Nairobi. To escape the crowds, head to Nairobi in March.
Lock in a Milan to Nairobi ticket departing in February if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Nairobi to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Look for cheap flights from Milan to Nairobi around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Nairobi
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Nairobi right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Milan to Nairobi:
Sheldrick Wildlife Trust Nursery and Giraffe manor are just two of the top attractions to add to your Nairobi travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Mara Conservancy.
Explore more of Kenya
You've visited Nairobi, now it's time to explore other corners of Kenya. Travel about 434 kilometres southeast to Mombasa to tick off its must-visit sights. From Mombasa Marine Park & Reserve to Fort Jesus Museum and Mombasa Beach, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 137 kilometres northwest of Nairobi, Nakuru is another favourite stop in Kenya. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Lake Nakuru National Park, Lake Nakuru and Rhino Point.