Travelling from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Nairobi. Check out your options leaving from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL) when searching for a flight from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH).
Take a direct flight from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 12 minutes.
The timezone in Abu Dhabi is UTC+4, which is 1 hour ahead of Nairobi. Abu Dhabi International Airport is located in Abu Dhabi.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Nairobi to AUH.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
You can hop on a direct flight from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) leaving from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO).
When leaving from NBO, you can take a direct flight from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi International Airport with Etihad Airways.
We make it easy to book a flight from Nairobi to AUH with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between NBO and AUH include:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The distance from central Nairobi to NBO is approximately 14 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the best route, whether you want to drive or use public transport.
After a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Wilson Airport (WIL)
Wilson Airport (WIL) operates nonstop flights from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH).
Catch your direct flight from Nairobi to AUH with Etihad Airways. This is one of the main airlines that operates this route out of WIL.
Break up your flight from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Some great stopovers between Wilson Airport and AUH include:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
WIL is around 3 kilometres from central Nairobi. It takes 15 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 46 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Nairobi to AUH, take things easy in one of these hotels close to Wilson Airport:
About Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near AUH instead:
Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
From Abu Dhabi International Airport, Abu Dhabi is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 28 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
For a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi International Airport, 165 € is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip starting from 332 €. These are the lowest fares right now and may differ depending on availability.
Book 8 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from Nairobi to AUH.
The cheapest month for tickets from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.
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The best time to fly from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
August is the busiest month for flights from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Abu Dhabi in April when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Abu Dhabi is July, with the temperature ranging between 29ºC and 43ºC. Lock in your flights from Nairobi to AUH in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Travel in January if you want cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 14ºC and 25ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
More about Abu Dhabi
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Abu Dhabi right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi International Airport:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan are must-do's during your Abu Dhabi adventure.
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