Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO): what you need to know
The timezone in Nairobi is UTC+3, which is eight hours behind Sydney.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SYD to NBO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SYD and NBO:
Dubai Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flight is 519 €. A return fare is currently 1.021 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from SYD to NBO. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from SYD to NBO.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Of all flights departing from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport from central Sydney, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to SYD? If you're boarding an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Consider booking a hotel near NBO if you have a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Jomo Kenyatta International Airport rental car and discover Nairobi and beyond with your own wheels. Auto-Union, Green Motion and Hertz are top providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport about three weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Nairobi. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Nairobi. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Nairobi, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SYD to NBO sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Kenya
Nairobi has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Kenya just waiting to be discovered. About 434 kilometres south-east of Nairobi, a trip to Mombasa will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Fort Jesus, Haller Park and Old Town of Mombasa.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Kenya, consider Nakuru, about 145 kilometres north-west of Nairobi. ARTHUR GARDENS (WEDDING/EVENT GROUNDS), Upper Hill estate and Muhia's Conservation Forest are the start of reasons to visit.