Travelling from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) to Guangzhou Airport (CAN): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Guangzhou Airport is 11 hours 15 minutes.
Guangzhou is five hours ahead of Nairobi and is in the UTC+8 timezone.
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 NBO to CAN flight.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Jetting into Guangzhou (and then discovering more of China!) is easy with China Southern. This popular airline offers direct flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Guangzhou Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with China Southern on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Guangzhou Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between NBO and CAN:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Addis Ababa Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) to Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
$389 is currently the best price for a one-way Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Guangzhou Airport flight. Return flights start at $747. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from NBO to CAN, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Guangzhou Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from NBO to CAN by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Guangzhou Airport.
Handy information about Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
Of all flights leaving Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport, 62% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Nairobi. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport usually takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near NBO? If you're catching an early flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Guangzhou Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
If you're arriving on a late Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Guangzhou Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these options near CAN:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Guangzhou Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Guangzhou that don't always get the spotlight.
Booking your vehicle from Guangzhou Airport about two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to central Guangzhou
The address for CAN is Airport W Ave.
Guangzhou Airport to the centre of Guangzhou has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Guangzhou Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Guangzhou. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Guangzhou Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Guangzhou, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from NBO to CAN in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of China
Guangzhou is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of China waiting to be explored. About 105 kilometres south-east of Guangzhou, a visit to Shenzhen will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Huangshan Mountain, The Great Wall and Mogao Grottoes.
If you want to check out another corner of China, consider Dongguan, roughly 48 kilometres east of Guangzhou. Dongguan Botanical Garden, Dongguan People's Park and Foling Lake Country Park are among its highlights.

