Flying from Rome to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO): What you need to know
Rome has two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Rome to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is located in Nairobi. The city operates on the UTC+3 timezone and is two hours ahead of Rome.
Your flight from Rome to NBO won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Peak season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Rome to NBO that include a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between FCO and NBO include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
FCO is about 32 kilometres from central Rome. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Rome to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, these stays will put you a quick hop from check-in:
70.57% of flights taking off from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport land at their destination on time.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
With public transport, you can travel from central Rome to CIA in around 1 hour 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 18 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 40 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Rome to NBO flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport:
73.18% of flights departing Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Have a late flight from Rome to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near NBO and shut your eyes sooner:
Pick up a Jomo Kenyatta International Airport rental car and discover Nairobi and beyond with your own set of wheels. Auto-Union, Green Motion and Hertz are leading providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Rome to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to central Nairobi is roughly 11 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Currently, 283 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rome to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 503 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Rome to NBO if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
Cheap Rome to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Rome to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding your trip dates. February is the quietest month to visit Nairobi. July is when most people book flights from Rome to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
Lock in a Rome to NBO plane ticket departing in March if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Nairobi to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Rome to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
More about Nairobi
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Nairobi right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Rome to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport:
Your visit to Nairobi won't be complete without checking out the sights. Attractions worth exploring include Masai Mara National Reserve, The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Giraffe manor.
Explore more of Kenya
You've seen Nairobi, now it's time to explore other parts of Kenya. Travel about 153 kilometres north-west to Nakuru to check off its must-visit sights. From Nakuru National Park to Lake Nakuru and Lake Nakuru View, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another side of Kenya, consider Eldoret, about 274 kilometres north-west of Nairobi. Kapseret Eco Resort, BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Eldoret and Eldoret Nature & Culture Centre are among its highlights.