Travelling from Nairobi to Warsaw: what you need to know
Nairobi is home to two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for booking a flight from Nairobi to Warsaw leaving from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL).
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) and Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI) are Warsaw's primary gateways.
Warsaw is two hours behind Nairobi and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your Nairobi to Warsaw flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Warsaw
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap Nairobi to Warsaw flight. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your plane ticket from Nairobi to Warsaw.
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Flying from Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Nairobi to Warsaw flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
The journey from central Nairobi to NBO takes about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After an easy start to your journey? Stay near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Nairobi to Warsaw or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of the departures from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, 67.1% arrive on time at their destination.
Arriving in Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw takes about 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 6 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 20 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Nairobi to Warsaw. Reserve one of these accommodation options near WAW instead:
Grab a Frederic Chopin Airport rental car and discover Warsaw and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Flex To Go and kaizen rent are popular outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Frederic Chopin Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI) is roughly 32 kilometres from central Warsaw. Once you've disembarked your flight from Nairobi to Warsaw, it takes approximately 50 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to WMI. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from Nairobi to Warsaw:
Forget about public transport schedules or long cab queues. Pick up a Warsaw-Modlin Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the availability and rates from Carwiz, Flex To Go and kaizen rent.
Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride four weeks before your arrival at WMI will save you money.
Best time to go to Warsaw
February is the quietest month for flights from Nairobi to Warsaw, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Warsaw based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a Nairobi to Warsaw ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Warsaw to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Nairobi to Warsaw in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -10ºC (14ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
More about Warsaw
Once you've booked your flight from Nairobi to Warsaw, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Warsaw:
Warsaw Royal Castle Gardens and The Royal Castle in Warsaw are just two of the major attractions to put on your Warsaw itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Palace of Culture and Science.
Explore more of Poland
You've visited Warsaw, now it's time to discover more of Poland. Travel about 121 kilometres south-west to Lodz to tick off its must-visit sights. From Piotrkowska Street to Museum of the Factory and Herbst Palace Museum. Branch Museum of Art, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 257 kilometres south of Warsaw, Krakow is another essential stop in Poland. No visit is complete without checking out St. Mary's Basilica, Planty Park and 100 oak park.