Flying from Nairobi to Malindi Airport (MYD): What you need to know
Get your trip planning underway by looking up the ideal departure point for your flight from Nairobi to Malindi Airport (MYD). Explore the options for leaving from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL), two of the city's main airports.
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 15 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Nairobi to Malindi Airport flight.
Malindi (where Malindi Airport is located) and Nairobi share the UTC+3 timezone. Same timezone means no confusion when scheduling your trip.
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Malindi Airport (MYD) is the most popular route. There are 32 direct departures a week to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, hop on the last flight with Jambojet Limited at 6:15pm. Choose the first NBO to MYD departure with Jambojet Limited at 7am if you want to get going earlier.
To ensure you get on your flight from Nairobi to MYD, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Peak season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Nairobi to Malindi Airport (MYD) leave from this terminal.
Jambojet Limited is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Nairobi to Malindi Airport taking off from NBO.
The most frequently booked airline between NBO and MYD is Jambojet Limited.
Located around 14 kilometres from central Nairobi, NBO can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Nairobi to Malindi Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, 67.1% land on schedule at their destination.
Wilson Airport (WIL)
Planning to leave from Wilson Airport (WIL)? Direct Nairobi to Malindi Airport (MYD) flight tickets are available from this popular hub.
From WIL, direct flights from Nairobi to MYD can be booked with Skyward Express.
Skyward Express is the go-to airline for bookings on the WIL to MYD route.
WIL is about 3 kilometres from central Nairobi. It'll take 15 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before your Nairobi to MYD flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Wilson Airport:
About Malindi Airport (MYD)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Nairobi to Malindi Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near MYD:
Secure yourself a Malindi Airport rental car from top outlets like Auto-Union or Unicorn rent a car. With your own set of wheels, you can go beyond Malindi and visit places that usually fly under the radar.
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Nairobi to Malindi Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Malindi Airport (MYD)
Currently, ₹ 4,508 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Malindi Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 9,181. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 11 months before you travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Nairobi to MYD.
The best month for scoring cheap Nairobi to Malindi Airport tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Nairobi to Malindi Airport (MYD)
August is the busiest month for flights from Nairobi to Malindi Airport (MYD). Visit Malindi in February if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Book a Nairobi to MYD flight ticket departing in March if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Malindi to range from 24ºC to 32ºC.
August sees temperatures of between 22ºC and 27ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Nairobi to Malindi Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Malindi
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Malindi right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Nairobi to Malindi Airport:
Your visit to Malindi won't be complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions you won't want to miss include Blue Water Safari, C'est la Vie Resort and Spa and Golden Beach.
Explore more of Kenya
You've seen Malindi, now it's time to discover other parts of Kenya. Journey about 105 kilometres south-west to Mombasa to tick off its leading attractions. From Mombasa Marine National Park to Pollman's Tours & Safaris and Fort Jesus, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 177 kilometres west of Malindi, Voi is another favourite stop in Kenya. Experience major highlights starting with Voi War cemetery, Voi and ACK Christ Church, Kaloleni, Voi.
