Flying from Nairobi to Belfast: what you need to know
Nairobi has a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Nairobi to Belfast departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL).
Belfast International Airport (BFS) and George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) are Belfast's major gateways.
Belfast's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Belfast three hours behind Nairobi.
Leave plenty of time to get on your Nairobi to Belfast flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Belfast
To find cheap Nairobi to Belfast flights, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Nairobi to Belfast throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Flying from Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for Nairobi to Belfast flights departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
NBO is around 11 kilometres from central Nairobi. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Nairobi to Belfast? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, 67.1% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Arriving in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
The distance from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to central Belfast is roughly 19 kilometres. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 2 hours.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Nairobi to Belfast, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near BFS:
Go where the road takes you with a Belfast International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Budget, Drivalia or Dollar and find adventure across Belfast and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Belfast International Airport around three weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
The centre of Belfast is approximately 5 kilometres from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD). As soon as your flight from Nairobi to Belfast has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 10 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 20 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to BHD. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Nairobi to Belfast:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a George Best Belfast City Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Budget, Sixt or Alamo and set off in the blink of an eye.
Snap up a deal by booking your ride from BHD two weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Belfast
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Nairobi to Belfast. August is the most popular month to travel to Belfast. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Belfast is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Book your Nairobi to Belfast ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Nairobi to Belfast in January when temperatures average between 1ºC (34ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Belfast
After booking your flight from Nairobi to Belfast, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Belfast:
Titanic Belfast and Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre are just two of the top attractions to add to your Belfast to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Botanic Gardens.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Belfast. Around 354 kilometres to the south-east, top sights here include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If there's time to check out another major stop in United Kingdom, head for Bristol, about 418 kilometres south-east of Belfast. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are key reasons to visit.
