Travelling from Paris to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO): What you need to know
Organising your flight from Paris to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) begins with finding the most convenient airport to take off from. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) are your options in Paris.
The average length of a direct Paris to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flight is 8 hours 25 minutes.
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is located in Nairobi. The city runs on the UTC+3 timezone and is two hours ahead of Paris.
With 14 direct flights a week between the two airports, Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is the busiest route. Air France operates the earliest flight at 10:25am. If you prefer to get more out of your day before flying, the latest departure from CDG to NBO is with Kenya Airways at 8:35pm.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Paris to NBO.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Paris to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) leave from this terminal.
When departing from CDG, you can catch a direct flight from Paris to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport with Kenya Airways.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Kenya Airways between CDG and NBO.
Kenya Airways is the best performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Paris to NBO leaving from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
CDG is around 27 kilometres from central Paris. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Charles de Gaulle Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Paris to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
When it comes to Charles de Gaulle Airport's on-time performance, 61.46% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Break up your flight from Paris to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Top stopovers between Paris Orly Airport and NBO include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ)
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU)
You can reach ORY from central Paris in approximately 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
Taking off bright and early? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Paris Orly Airport the day before your Paris to NBO flight:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Paris Orly Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 75.56%.
The street address for ORY is 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
BVA is roughly 88 kilometres from central Paris. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 30 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey time of around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay near Beauvais-Tille Airport and know you'll make it to your gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Paris to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flight:
The on-time performance rating of BVA is 66.39%. In other words, that's how often flights from this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
You'll find Beauvais-Tille Airport at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
About Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Have a late flight from Paris to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near NBO and get cosy, quick:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Jomo Kenyatta International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Green Motion or Hertz and explore beyond Nairobi's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, book your ride around three weeks in advance of your Paris to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flight.
Getting from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to central Nairobi is about 11 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Paris to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is ₹ 25,170. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 53,301. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from Paris to NBO, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Paris to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
February is the quietest month for flights from Paris to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), while July is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to go to Nairobi based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Nairobi is March, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your Paris to NBO flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
July sees temperatures of between 12ºC and 24ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Paris to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Nairobi
Start your Nairobi trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Paris to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Masai Mara National Reserve, The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Giraffe manor are popular attractions which should be on any good Nairobi itinerary.
Explore more of Kenya
Nakuru is just one of the many cities in Kenya waiting to be explored once you've seen Nairobi. Around 153 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Nakuru National Park, Lake Nakuru and Lake Nakuru View.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Kenya, head for Eldoret, roughly 274 kilometres north-west of Nairobi. Kapseret Eco Resort, BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Eldoret and Eldoret Nature & Culture Centre are highlights.
