Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

NBO

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HKJK

Website

http://www.kenyaairports.com/jkia/IndexJkia.php

Local time

01:50

Address

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Airport North Road, Embakasi, Nairobi, Nairobi County 00501, Kenya

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), opened in 1958 as Embakasi Airport, is Kenya’s largest air gateway and one of East Africa’s busiest hubs, with about three terminals including a modern Terminal 2 for international services and older domestic facilities. Located roughly 15–18 km southeast of downtown Nairobi on Mombasa Road, JKIA is well connected by taxis, ride‑hailing (Uber/Bolt), airport shuttles, matatus and the Nairobi Expressway for faster road access. The airport serves as the primary hub for Kenya Airways and a base for Jambojet and several regional carriers. Travelers will find budget airline options and affordable ground transport, though some airport services and dining can be pricey.

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Mombasa

Jan 16—Jan 23

Direct flight

$106

Dubai

Jan 14—Jan 21

1 layover

$423

Kuala Lumpur

Dec 29—Jan 9

2 layovers

$1,014

Cape Town

Feb 22—Mar 1

1 layover

$352

Moscow

Mar 2—Mar 14

1 layover

$672

Dar Es Salaam

Feb 24—Mar 6

Direct flight

$303

Ukunda

Feb 11—Feb 15

Direct flight

$126

Cairo

Feb 20—Mar 9

1 layover

$440

Eldoret

Jan 16—Feb 6

Direct flight

$136

Guangzhou

Dec 26—Dec 30

2 layovers

$882

Doha

Feb 28—Mar 8

1 layover

$479

Phuket

Jan 26—Feb 2

1 layover

$646

Nearby airports of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

Several other airports are located nearby, offering convenient travel options. Explore their locations to find the one that best suits your trip.

Wilson Airport

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WIL

13km

Small, busy domestic hub in Nairobi serving scheduled and charter flights to Kenya’s national parks and regional destinations; convenient for domestic travel and safari connections.

Mulika Lodge Airport

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JJM

223km

Small airstrip serving Meru and Meru National Park, mainly handling domestic charter and safari flights; convenient for access to wildlife reserves and nearby lodges.

Arusha Airport

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ARK

230km

Serves Arusha and northern Tanzania with domestic flights, charters and general aviation, providing convenient access to safari parks, Mount Meru and nearby tourist hubs.

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