Flying from Bangkok to Nairobi: what you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Bangkok. Check out your options leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) when reserving your flight from Bangkok to Nairobi.
When choosing where to land in Nairobi, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) and Wilson Airport (WIL) are the major entry points.
The average duration of a direct Bangkok to Nairobi flight is 9 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Nairobi is UTC+3, which is four hours behind Bangkok.
The most popular route for flights from Bangkok to Nairobi is from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). You can choose from five services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from BKK to NBO is the 01:00 Kenya Airways service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last available departure is at 01:00 with Kenya Airways.
For a relaxed travel experience, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your Bangkok to Nairobi flight.
Travelling during a popular month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Nairobi
Book three months before flying. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Bangkok to Nairobi flights.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for landing an incredible deal on plane tickets from Bangkok to Nairobi. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Flying from Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
You can book a direct flight from Bangkok to Nairobi taking off from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). Start your trip at BKK and come in for landing at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO).
Look out for promotions with Kenya Airways. This airline offers direct Bangkok to Nairobi plane tickets out of BKK.
We make it simple to book a Bangkok to Nairobi flight with a stopover. To see the options leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Travelling from central Bangkok to BKK takes about 1 hour 5 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a handy hotel near Suvarnabhumi Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Bangkok to Nairobi, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Of the flights that depart from Suvarnabhumi Airport, 67.87% land on time at their destination.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Break up your Bangkok to Nairobi flight with a stop at Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM). One of the main stopovers between Don Mueang International Airport and Nairobi, it's the perfect opportunity to unwind before your onward flight.
You can reach DMK from the centre of Bangkok in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to cover the 23 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Bangkok to Nairobi, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Don Mueang International Airport:
Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time performance of 66%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on time.
Arriving in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi takes about 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Bangkok to Nairobi. Book one of these accommodation options near NBO instead:
Explore without limits with a Jomo Kenyatta International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Auto-Union, Green Motion or Hertz and experience more of Nairobi and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Wilson Airport (WIL)
The centre of Nairobi is around 2 kilometres from Wilson Airport (WIL). As soon as your flight from Bangkok to Nairobi has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 15 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 45 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near WIL. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Bangkok to Nairobi:
Pick up a Wilson Airport rental car and make every stop one of your choosing. You can select from popular companies like Auto-Union and Unicorn rent a car.
Typically, the sooner you book, the better the prices and vehicle selection. Lock in your ride from WIL once your travel dates are set.
Best time to go to Nairobi
July is the busiest month for flights from Bangkok to Nairobi. To travel when it's less crowded, visit Nairobi in February.
The warmest month in Nairobi is March, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 30ºC. Book your Bangkok to Nairobi ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from Bangkok to Nairobi in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC and 24ºC on average.
More about Nairobi
Start your Nairobi trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Bangkok to Nairobi, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Nairobi National Park, The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Westlands Maasai Market D at the roof top are must-visits when exploring Nairobi.
Explore more of Kenya
Nairobi has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Kenya just waiting to be explored. Around 434 kilometres south-east of Nairobi, a trip to Mombasa will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Fort Jesus, Haller Park and Old Town of Mombasa.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Kenya, consider Nakuru, about 145 kilometres north-west of Nairobi. ARTHUR GARDENS (WEDDING/EVENT GROUNDS), Upper Hill estate and Muhia's Conservation Forest are among its highlights.
