Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport is one of the busiest airports in Africa, home to national flag carrier Kenya Airways. The capital of Kenya has two airports, namely Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport and Wilson Airport in the south of the city close to Nairobi National Park. Wilson Airport is used for regional flights. Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport has two terminals and one runway. Two excellent hotels at the airport are Crowne Plaza Nairobi Airport and Four Points by Sheraton Nairobi Airport.

Mombasa in eastern Kenya, the oldest city in the country, can be reached from Nairobi by air (1 hour and 5 minutes) and train (5 to 6 hours). Flights between Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport and Mombasa Moi International Airport are provided by Kenya Airways, Fly540 and Jambojet. A beautiful holiday destination just south of Mombasa is Diana Beach.

Where is Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport situated?

The airport is located southeast of the capital of Kenya and can be accessed from Nairobi via Mombasa Road or Nairobi Expressway. A short distance from the airport you will find Nairobi National Park.

How many terminals does Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport have?

The airport has two terminals, known as Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. Terminal 1 consists of five parts: 1A (International Arrivals & Departures, Kenya Airways and SkyTeam Partners), 1B, 1C (International Departures), 1D (Domestic Departures & Arrivals) and 1E (International Arrivals). JKIA Terminal 2 is quite modern and is mainly used by low-cost carrier Fly540. Another Kenyan low-cost carrier, Jambojet, makes use of T1A for international flights and T1D for domestic flights. During rush hour, a shuttle bus (Airport Shuttle) runs between terminals T1 and T2 every 10 minutes. Outside rush hour, the shuttle service is available every 30 minutes. Walking is possible as well, it will take you 15 minutes.

Directly outside the Arrivals hall of Terminal 1A you will find the offices of telephone providers Safaricom, Airtel and Telkom. Here you can buy a Kenyan SIM card which will come in handy during your stay in Nairobi and Kenya. Besides, there is a bank (Absa) where you can withdraw money.

Top 5 activities in Nairobi

1. Nairobi National Park
2. Giraffe Centre, open daily from 09:00 to 17:00 hours
3. Sheldrick Elephant Nursery, open daily from 11:00 to 12:00 hours
4. Nairobi Storytelling Tour with Former Street Kids
5. National Museums of Kenya: Nairobi National Museum, Nairobi Gallery and Karen Blixen

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The distance from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to the centre of Nairobi is 18 kilometres. By car, it takes 30 minutes to get to the centre of Nairobi.

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Public transport

It is possible to travel to and from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport by public transport. If you opt for public transport to and from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport you can travel by bus. Visit the Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport transportation page for the possibilities.

Public transport

A taxi is the quickest and most comfortable way to get to and from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport. The price for a taxi ride from the airport to the centre of Nairobi is about KES 3000.-. Book your taxi at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport and discover the comfort of pre-booked taxis.

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At Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport you can rent a car from car rental companies Avis and local providers. It is most convenient to find and book a car well in advance. By doing so, you can save money and time at the airport.

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Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport offers various official parking options, from premium to low cost. In addition, alternative parking options are available near the airport. If you want to park as cheaply as possible, it's wise to book online!

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Do you want more information about facilities, currency exchange, services, free Wi-Fi, lounges, etc. at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport? Check our at the airport page for a complete overview of all facilities and services at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport.

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Departures and arrivals

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Flight tickets

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Which airlines fly from and to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport?

We offer you a list of airlines at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport. The main airlines at the airport are:

• Kenya Airways
• Fly540
• Jambojet
• Emirates
• British Airways

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Hotels near the airport

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It is possible to book tickets, activities and tours in the city and near Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport. You can avoid queues and save money by buying your tickets online. Planning a trip and wondering what to do, we give you some inspiration!

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