Travelling from Entebbe Airport (EBB) to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Entebbe Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Entebbe and Nairobi are in the same timezone, UTC+3.
Flights from EBB to NBO start at 03:35 — the earliest with RwandAir. The last service of the day is at 22:15 with Kenya Airways. In total, there are 51 weekly Entebbe Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your EBB to NBO flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
A range of airlines offer direct flights from Entebbe Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport, so jetting off to Nairobi (and then seeing more parts of Kenya!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Kenya Airways on this route.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals for EBB to NBO flights is Kenya Airways.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Entebbe Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between EBB and NBO:
Dubai Airport
Addis Ababa Airport
Kigali Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Entebbe Airport (EBB) to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
Currently, $230 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Entebbe Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $459. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from EBB to NBO by booking at least one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Entebbe Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Entebbe Airport (EBB)
65% of flights that leave from Entebbe Airport make it to their destination on time.
To reach Entebbe Airport from central Entebbe, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport usually takes 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Entebbe Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near EBB:
Arriving at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
Consider booking a hotel near NBO if you're catching a late Entebbe Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Hit the road running by picking up a Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Green Motion or Hertz and explore beyond Nairobi's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport about three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi
From Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport, Nairobi is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
The quietest month for a flight from Entebbe Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Nairobi based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Entebbe Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Nairobi, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from EBB to NBO in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.
Explore more of Kenya
You've seen Nairobi, now it's time to discover other corners of Kenya. Travel around 434 kilometres south-east to Mombasa to check off its must-visit sights. From Mombasa Marine National Park to Fort Jesus and Mombasa Beach, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Nakuru is another sought-after destination in Kenya and is around 145 kilometres north-west of Nairobi. No journey is complete without dropping by Nakuru National Park, Lake Nakuru and Lake Nakuru View.