Travelling from Nairobi to Hamad International Airport (DOH): What you need to know
Set your travel plans in motion by working out where you'll catch your flight from Nairobi to Hamad International Airport (DOH). Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) and Wilson Airport (WIL) are Nairobi's main airports.
5 hours 5 minutes is the average duration of a direct Nairobi to Hamad International Airport flight.
Nairobi and Doha (where Hamad International Airport is located) share the UTC+3 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch when you arrive.
With 14 direct flights a week between the two airports, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Hamad International Airport (DOH) is the busiest route. Qatar Airways operates the earliest flight at 1:20am. If you're eager to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest departure from NBO to DOH is with Qatar Airways at 6:10pm.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Nairobi to DOH.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Fly without interruptions from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Direct flights from Nairobi to Hamad International Airport (DOH) can be booked from here.
When taking off from NBO, you can catch a direct flight from Nairobi to Hamad International Airport with Qatar Airways.
Most passengers choose to book seats with Qatar Airways between NBO and DOH.
Qatar Airways is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 76.98% of its services arriving as planned.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Nairobi to DOH leaving from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
Entebbe International Airport (EBB)
Travelling from central Nairobi to NBO takes about 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Nairobi to Hamad International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport:
Of the departures from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, 67.1% land on time at their destination.
Wilson Airport (WIL)
You can get to WIL from the centre of Nairobi in approximately 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes to travel the 3 kilometres or so.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Wilson Airport the day before your Nairobi to DOH flight:
About Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Have a late flight from Nairobi to Hamad International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near DOH and fast-forward to bedtime:
Grab a Hamad International Airport rental car and explore Doha and beyond with your own wheels. SAFETY RENT A CAR, Alamo and Budget are popular outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around one week ahead of your Nairobi to Hamad International Airport flight.
Getting from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to central Doha
The centre of Doha is around 8 kilometres from Hamad International Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
Travelling on public transport takes around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Hamad International Airport is $409. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $553. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To snag cheap flights from Nairobi to DOH, book your ticket three months before your departure date.
The best month for landing cheap Nairobi to Hamad International Airport tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
There's no need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a better deal is available on flight tickets from Nairobi to DOH.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Nairobi to Hamad International Airport.
The best time to fly from Nairobi to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Nairobi to Hamad International Airport (DOH). August is the most popular month to visit Doha. If crowds aren't your thing, think about going in April.
When booking your Nairobi to DOH flight ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Doha, with temperatures ranging from 31ºC (88ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Nairobi to Hamad International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Doha
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Doha right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Nairobi to Hamad International Airport:
You'll find plenty of fantastic things to do in Doha when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick things off at Museum of Islamic Art followed by Souq waqif and Souq Waqif.
Explore more of Qatar
Squeeze more into your Qatar getaway by exploring beyond Doha. About 105 kilometres away to the north-west, Abū az̧ Z̧ulūf is another city to include in your itinerary. Tick off some of its biggest attractions like Abu Dhalouf Beach while you're here.