Travelling from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Dubai: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Dubai and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours.
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is located in Nairobi. Following the UTC+4 timezone, Dubai is one hour ahead of Nairobi.
Choose from 38 services a week between Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) and Dubai International Airport (DXB). This is the most popular flight route.
For a relaxed start to your NBO to Dubai flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Start your journey at NBO and travel straight to Dubai International Airport (DXB). That will be your arrival point when searching for Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Dubai tickets.
Choose from a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Dubai. Book your seat with one of these:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from NBO to Dubai. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Mogadishu Aden Adde International Airport (MGQ)
Located around 11 kilometers from central Nairobi, NBO can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Dubai? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to NBO:
When it comes to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport's on-time performance, 62% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Dubai
P14,802 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Dubai flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is P22,780. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Get cheap flights from NBO to Dubai by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for landing a bargain.
The best month for landing cheap Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Dubai tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Dubai International Airport (DXB) is around 14 kilometers from the centre of Dubai. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 20 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Dubai. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Dubai International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from NBO to Dubai.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is about 48 kilometers from central Dubai. Once you've disembarked your flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Dubai, it'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Following your NBO to Dubai flight, unwind at a hotel close to DWC. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Get first dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from DWC three weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dubai
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Dubai. January is the busiest month for a trip to Dubai. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in December.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Lock in your Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Dubai plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from NBO to Dubai in January when temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Dubai
Once you've booked your flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Dubai, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Dubai:
Dubai Opera and Burj Khalifa are just two of the big attractions to put on your Dubai travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Dubai Gold Souk.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Dubai has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United Arab Emirates you'll want to see. Around 121 kilometers southwest of Dubai, a visit to Abu Dhabi will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace.