Travelling from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
Around 5 hours 10 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Dubai Airport.
Dubai is one hour ahead of Nairobi and follows the UTC+4 timezone.
You can choose from 39 weekly Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Dubai Airport flights.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your NBO to DXB flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can fly nonstop to Dubai, the United Arab Emirates. Jet off with one of these carriers offering direct flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Dubai Airport:
Emirates is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Emirates is the most punctual carrier operating NBO to DXB flights. An exceptional 89.26% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Dubai Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between NBO and DXB include:
Jeddah Airport
Addis Ababa Airport
Mogadishu Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Dubai Airport flight is 213 €. A return fare right now is 299 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from NBO to DXB by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Dubai Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from NBO to DXB by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Dubai Airport.
Handy information about Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
Of all flights departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport, 62% land on time at their destination.
To get to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport from central Nairobi, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near NBO. Whether you have an early flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Dubai Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Grab a Dubai Airport rental car and explore Dubai and beyond with your own wheels. AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car and Quicklease Car Rental are popular outlets you can book with here.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Dubai Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
Dubai Airport to the centre of Dubai has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
December is the busiest month for flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Dubai Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Dubai in March.
Before locking in your flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Dubai Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from NBO to DXB sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Sharjah is just one of the many cities in the United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Dubai. Around 23 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Rain Room, Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland.
Around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai, Abu Dhabi is another essential stop in the United Arab Emirates. No visit is complete without checking out Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace.