Travelling from Nairobi to Dallas: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Nairobi. Check out your options departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) or Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) when searching for a flight from Nairobi to Dallas.
Come in for landing at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), the primary gateway of Dallas.
The timezone in Dallas is UTC-6, which is nine hours behind Nairobi.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your Nairobi to Dallas flight.
Travelling over a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Dallas
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap Nairobi to Dallas flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
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Flying from Nairobi
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
We make it a breeze to find a Nairobi to Dallas flight with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Travelling from central Nairobi to NBO takes around 1 hour 5 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Nairobi to Dallas? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport:
When it comes to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport's on-time performance, 62% of flights complete their journey on time.
Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)
You can reach WIL from central Nairobi in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes to travel the 3 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Nairobi to Dallas? Unwind in a hotel near Nairobi Wilson Airport before your adventure officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
Nairobi Wilson Airport has an on-time performance rate of 72%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that take off from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Dallas
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is approximately 24 kilometres from central Dallas. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take around 25 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Nairobi to Dallas, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near DFW:
Follow your own route with a Dallas Fort Worth International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Easirent, Europcar or Thrifty and experience more of Dallas and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport about one week in advance of your Nairobi to Dallas flight.
The address for DFW is 2400 Aviation Dr.
Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL)
The centre of Dallas is around 6 kilometres from Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL). As soon as your flight from Nairobi to Dallas has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 20 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 45 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to lay your head close to DAL. Unwind after your Nairobi to Dallas flight at one of these well-located options:
Forget about public transport timetables or slow-moving taxi lines. Grab a Dallas Love Field Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare availability and rates from Easirent, Thrifty and Dollar.
Get the pick of the lot. Booking your ride from DAL three weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Dallas Love Field Airport can be found at 8008 Cedar Springs Road.
Best time to go to Dallas
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Nairobi to Dallas. July is the most popular month for a trip to Dallas. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Book a Nairobi to Dallas ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Dallas to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap flights from Nairobi to Dallas around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Dallas
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Dallas right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Nairobi to Dallas:
Dallas Symphony Orchestra at Meyerson Symphony Centre and Winspear Opera House are just two of the big attractions to add to your Dallas to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Dallas Museum of Art.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Dallas, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Travel around 370 kilometres south to Houston to tick off its leading sights. From Audrey Jones Beck Building at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston to Houston Museum of Natural Science and The Menil Collection, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 402 kilometres southwest of Dallas, San Antonio is another essential stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with San Antonio River Walk, Selena Quintanilla Mural and Historic Market Square.