Travelling from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD): what you need to know
Washington DC's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Washington DC eight hours behind Nairobi.
Your NBO to IAD flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak month like August? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Washington Dulles Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between NBO and IAD:
Istanbul Airport
London Heathrow Airport
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
Currently, $762 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Washington Dulles Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,363. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from NBO to IAD. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price in every month when looking for a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Washington Dulles Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from NBO to IAD by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Washington Dulles Airport.
Handy information about Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
62% of flights that take off from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport land at their destination on time.
To get to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport from central Nairobi, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near NBO. Whether you have an early flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Washington Dulles Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
If you're arriving on a late Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Washington Dulles Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near IAD:
Pick up a Washington Dulles Airport rental car and discover Washington DC and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Washington Dulles Airport about one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
When to fly to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Washington Dulles Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Washington DC. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Washington Dulles Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from NBO to IAD in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Washington DC, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Travel around 322 kilometres north-east to New York to check off its top sights. From Central Park to Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you want to check out another major stop in the United States, consider Philadelphia, about 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art are key highlights.