Travelling from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
The timezone in Helsinki is UTC+2, which is one hour behind Nairobi.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your NBO to HEL flight.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Here are the top stopovers between NBO and HEL:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Frankfurt Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
₹ 63,432 is currently the best price for a one-way Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. A return flight starts from ₹ 83,000. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from NBO to HEL if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when looking for your flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
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Handy information about Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
67.1% of flights that take off from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Nairobi. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near NBO. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Consider staying in a hotel close to HEL if you're catching a late Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car and explore Helsinki and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Alamo and addCar are top providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport about two weeks ahead.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Helsinki. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
It takes roughly 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is February, while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Helsinki based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Helsinki, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 26ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from NBO to HEL in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC and 3ºC then.
Explore more of Finland
Helsinki is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Finland you'll want to see. About 16 kilometres west of Helsinki, a visit to Espoo will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Kannusilta riverside walk, Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen.
Tampere is another standout destination in Finland and is around 161 kilometres north-west of Helsinki. No trip is complete without a visit to Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum.