Flying from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO): what you need to know
Nairobi is three hours ahead of Birmingham and observes the UTC+3 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your BHX to NBO flight.
Flying during a peak time such as June? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Birmingham International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between BHX and NBO include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Brussels Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
At the moment, $317 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $601. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's often best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from BHX to NBO. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Birmingham International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Birmingham International Airport, 65.48% of flights complete their journey on time.
Birmingham International Airport is around 24 kilometers from central Birmingham. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near BHX. Whether you're taking an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
If you have a late Birmingham International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these hotels near NBO:
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 well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is roughly 14 kilometers from the center of Nairobi. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Nairobi. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Nairobi is March, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Birmingham International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
July sees average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BHX to NBO around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Kenya
You've seen Nairobi, now it's time to explore other parts of Kenya. Journey around 434 kilometers south-east to Mombasa to check off its leading sights. From Fort Jesus to Haller Park and Old Town of Mombasa, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 145 kilometers north-west of Nairobi, Nakuru is another essential stop in Kenya. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at ARTHUR GARDENS (WEDDING/EVENT GROUNDS), Upper Hill estate and Muhia's Conservation Forest.