Flying from Nairobi to Ukunda Airport (UKA): What you need to know
Start your travels at one of Nairobi's main airports, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL). Check out your options for booking a flight from Nairobi to Ukunda Airport (UKA) jetting off from either of these.
Around 1 hour 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct Nairobi to Ukunda Airport flight.
Ukunda Airport is located in Ukunda. The city's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Nairobi.
With 23 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Ukunda Airport (UKA) is the most popular route. Jambojet Limited operates the earliest flight at 7:05am. If you're eager to make the most of your day before taking off, the last flight from NBO to UKA is with Jambojet Limited at 3:10pm.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Nairobi to UKA. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're heading away during a public holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Nairobi to Ukunda Airport (UKA) leave from this terminal.
You can book a direct flight from Nairobi to Ukunda Airport with Jambojet Limited. This popular airline operates services from NBO.
Jambojet Limited is the airline most travelers choose for flights from NBO to UKA.
Traveling from central Nairobi to NBO takes about 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometers in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your vacation? Stay near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Nairobi to Ukunda Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Of the departures from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, 67.1% land on schedule at their destination.
Wilson Airport (WIL)
You can book a direct Nairobi to Ukunda Airport (UKA) plane ticket out of Wilson Airport (WIL). Work out whether leaving from WIL works best for your plans.
You can board a direct flight from Nairobi to UKA with Safarilink. This is one of the top airlines operating this route out of WIL.
Safarilink is the most frequently booked airline flying from WIL to UKA.
You can reach WIL from central Nairobi in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes to cover the 3 kilometers or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Nairobi to UKA flight? Relax in a hotel near Wilson Airport before your vacation officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
About Ukunda Airport (UKA)
Reserve a hotel near UKA if you're catching a late flight from Nairobi to Ukunda Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and get some sleep sooner:
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Ukunda Airport (UKA)
Currently, $54 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Ukunda Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $117. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book eight months before your departure date. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Nairobi to UKA.
January is when you're most likely to find a bargain on a Nairobi to Ukunda Airport ticket. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from Nairobi to Ukunda Airport (UKA)
Think about your travel style when planning your trip dates. April is the quietest month to go to Ukunda. March is when most people book flights from Nairobi to Ukunda Airport (UKA), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.
Book a Nairobi to UKA plane ticket departing in March if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Ukunda to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Nairobi to Ukunda Airport in August if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Ukunda
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Ukunda right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Nairobi to Ukunda Airport:
Your visit to Ukunda should come with a side of sightseeing. Attractions you won't want to miss include Safari Quest Kenya - Day Adventures, Mosque Nuru and Diani Reptiles(Snake Park).
Explore more of Kenya
Malindi is just one of the many cities in Kenya waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Ukunda. Around 137 kilometers away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Blue Water Safari, C'est la Vie Resort and Spa and Golden Beach.
Around 153 kilometers north-west of Ukunda, Voi is another favorite stop in Kenya. Start your sightseeing at Voi War cemetery, Voi and ACK Christ Church, Kaloleni, Voi.
