Travelling from Mauritius Airport (MRU) to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Mauritius Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport is 4 hours 15 minutes.
Nairobi is one hour behind Port Louis and follows the UTC+3 timezone.
Each week, there are eight Mauritius Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off as early as possible, select the 03:55 Kenya Airways flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 18:50 with Kenya Airways.
Leave enough time to catch your MRU to NBO flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like December? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Kenya Airways is your gateway to discovering Nairobi (and perhaps some other great parts of Kenya!). Check out the direct flights from Mauritius Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport offered by this popular airline.
Kenya Airways is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Kenya Airways is the most punctual carrier offering MRU to NBO flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Mauritius Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between MRU and NBO include:
Dubai Airport
Mumbai Airport
Jeddah Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Mauritius Airport (MRU) to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
Currently, $731 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Mauritius Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,270. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book six months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MRU to NBO.
The cheapest month for flights from Mauritius Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Finding cheap flights from MRU to NBO is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Mauritius Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport.
Handy information about Mauritius Airport (MRU)
74% of flights leaving from Mauritius Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Port Louis to Mauritius Airport is around 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The journey when using public transport will take about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Mauritius Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to MRU:
Arriving at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
Consider staying in a hotel near NBO if you're catching a late Mauritius Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own pace with a Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Auto-Union, Green Motion or Hertz and experience more of Nairobi and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport about three weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
When to fly to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
The quietest month for a flight from Mauritius Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Nairobi based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Mauritius Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport for February if you want to go to Nairobi during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MRU to NBO around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Kenya
You've done Nairobi, now it's time to explore other parts of Kenya. Travel about 434 kilometres south-east to Mombasa to tick off its top attractions. From Mombasa Marine National Park to Fort Jesus and Mombasa Beach, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Kenya, consider Nakuru, about 145 kilometres north-west of Nairobi. Nakuru National Park, Lake Nakuru and Lake Nakuru View are highlights.



