Flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) to Portland Airport (PDX): what you need to know
Portland is 11 hours behind Nairobi and observes the UTC-8 timezone.
To ensure you get on your NBO to PDX flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Portland Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between NBO and PDX:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) to Portland Airport (PDX)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Portland Airport flight is 696 €. A return fare is currently 1.331 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from NBO to PDX if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Portland Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across every month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
62% of flights that leave from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To get to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport from central Nairobi, it takes around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Portland Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near NBO:
Arriving at Portland Airport (PDX)
If you're coming in on a late Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Portland Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these accommodation options near PDX:
Pick up a Portland Airport rental car and explore Portland and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Budget and Hertz are popular providers you can book with here.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Portland Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Portland Airport (PDX) to central Portland
PDX is located at 7000 NE Airport Way.
Portland Airport to the centre of Portland has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Portland Airport (PDX)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Portland Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Portland. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Portland is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Portland Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from NBO to PDX in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Seattle is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Portland. Around 241 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Space Needle, Pike Place Market and Seattle Skyline.
If you're eager to discover another side of the United States, head for Spokane, roughly 467 kilometres north-east of Portland. Riverside State Park, Spokane Falls (Upper Falls) and Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes are the start of reasons to visit.
