Flight tickets from Mumbai to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta

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What you need to know before flying from Mumbai to Nairobi?

Airport information

Getting to Mumbai airport

• Chhatrapati Shivaji Airport is located in Andheri/Vile Parle/Santacruz East, just off the Western Express Highway.
• Travellers can take rickshaws (only from the northern suburbs), private cars, and app-based/metered/prepaid taxis from the city to the airport.
• Local trains and buses aren't options for travellers or locals to get to the airport.
• Travel tip: Check traffic on Google Maps before leaving for the airport.

Travelling from Nairobi airport

• Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is situated in Embakasi, 17 km southeast of the city centre.
• Travellers from the airport to the city can take prepaid and non-prepaid buses, airport/metered taxis (only way to get from the airport between 9-10 p.m. and 6 a.m.), and cars on rent.

Facilities at Mumbai and Nairobi airports

• Chhatrapati Shivaji Airport features lounges, 45 minutes of complimentary Wi-Fi for passengers, ATMs and banking services, prayer and child care rooms, currency and foreign exchange services, business and conference facilities, dining spaces, cafés and restaurants, duty-free shops, etc.
• Nairobi airport has 4 lounges (membership, pay to use and single use ones), free Wi-Fi for 24 hours, ATMs and banking services, child and baby care facilities, a business centre, duty-free shops, food and drink options, info desk, 24-hour pharmacy and prayer rooms.

Tips on how to make the best out of your flight journey from Mumbai to Nairobi

The minimum flight time from Mumbai to Nairobi is 6h 5min via direct flights. Head to Nairobi, the gateway to the famous Masai Mara wildlife reserve, one of the world's best wildlife reserves.

Time difference

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India is 2h 30min ahead of Nairobi, Kenya.

Weather in Nairobi

Although Nairobi has a mild climate throughout the year, the best time to visit is between June and September when the months are drier, cooler and perfect for safaris. Average temperatures during this period are 17-20 degrees Celsius.

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1 Kenyan Shilling (KES) is equal to 0.65 Indian Rupees (INR). Know the latest exchange rate.

Cost of living in Nairobi

Travel costs in Nairobi – Airport rides to the city centre cost KES1,500-2,000 (taxi) and PHP 50 (public bus), a 3 km taxi ride in the city costs KES700-1,000, and a bus/Matau ride costs KES 10-40. Food costs in the city – Budget meals cost KES220-800 and a bottle of beer (half litre) costs KES 130-350.

Mode of payments accepted in Nairobi

Credit cards work easily in Nairobi, but do keep cash for local shopping, street food and for local transport options. Do check your bank for charges and fees, and ATMs are aplenty.

Best places for your first meal in Nairobi

Nairobi's amazing delicacies include Ugali, Irio, Githeri, Kenyan Pilau, Wali wa Nazi, Sukuma Wiki, Kenyan Stew, Nyama Choma, Matoke, Kachumbari, Kenyan Bajiyas, and many more. Head to areas such as Westlands, Kilimani, Upper Hill, and Parklands Highridge for the best food in Nairobi.