Travelling from Buenos Aires to Nairobi: what you need to know
Buenos Aires is home to two main airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Buenos Aires to Nairobi leaving from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) or Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) and Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) are Nairobi's major gateways.
Nairobi's timezone is UTC+3, making Nairobi six hours ahead of Buenos Aires.
Leave plenty of time to get on your Buenos Aires to Nairobi flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to Nairobi
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap Buenos Aires to Nairobi flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
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Flying from Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Located around 6 kilometres from central Buenos Aires, AEP can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Buenos Aires to Nairobi or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport, data shows 64% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your Buenos Aires to Nairobi flight. Visit family or friends or cross another city off your list. Whatever you want to do, check out these stops between Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport and Nairobi:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
EZE is about 24 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Buenos Aires to Nairobi? Relax in a hotel near Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport before your adventure officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport has an on-time performance of 78%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that leave from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Nairobi
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Book a hotel near NBO if you're coming in on a late flight from Buenos Aires to Nairobi. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Green Motion or Hertz and find adventure across Nairobi and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport about three weeks ahead of your Buenos Aires to Nairobi flight.
Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)
Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) is about 3 kilometres from the centre of Nairobi. Once you've hopped off your flight from Buenos Aires to Nairobi, it takes approximately 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 35 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near WIL. Settle in and get cosy after your Buenos Aires to Nairobi flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Touch down, grab your Nairobi Wilson Airport rental car, and drive off without skipping a beat. Auto-Union and Unicorn rent a car are well-known outlets to take your pick of here.
In general, the earlier you book, the better the deals and choice of vehicles. Secure your ride from WIL once you know your travel dates.
Best time to go to Nairobi
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Buenos Aires to Nairobi. August is the busiest month to travel to Nairobi. If you like a quieter vibe, go in March.
Lock in a Buenos Aires to Nairobi ticket departing in February if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Nairobi to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Look for cheap flights from Buenos Aires to Nairobi around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Nairobi
After booking your flight from Buenos Aires to Nairobi, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Nairobi:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Sheldrick Wildlife Trust Nursery, Giraffe manor and Mara Conservancy are attractions you won't want to skip in Nairobi.
Explore more of Kenya
You've done Nairobi, now it's time to discover other parts of Kenya. Travel around 434 kilometres southeast to Mombasa to check off its leading attractions. From Mombasa Marine Park & Reserve to Fort Jesus Museum and Mombasa Beach, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another major stop in Kenya, consider Nakuru, about 137 kilometres northwest of Nairobi. Lake Nakuru National Park, Lake Nakuru and Rhino Point are among its highlights.