Travelling from Nairobi to Garowe Airport (GGR): What you need to know
Put your holiday plans into action by working out where you'll take off for your flight from Nairobi to Garowe Airport (GGR). Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) and Wilson Airport (WIL) are Nairobi's main airports.
Around 3 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Nairobi to Garowe Airport flight.
Garowe Airport is located in Garowe. The city's timezone is UTC+3 — the same as Nairobi.
You can pick from 5 direct flights every week between Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) and Garowe Airport (GGR). This is the most popular route, with African Express Airways offering a 6:30am departure from NBO to GGR.
To ensure you catch your flight from Nairobi to GGR, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Nairobi to Garowe Airport (GGR) depart from this terminal.
African Express Airways is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Nairobi to Garowe Airport leaving from NBO.
The majority of passengers prefer to book seats with African Express Airways between NBO and GGR.
Stopovers offer the opportunity to explore a new city or just take a break during your journey. When looking for a cheap flight from Nairobi to GGR, deselect 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) is an option when leaving from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO).
Located around 14 kilometres from central Nairobi, NBO can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Nairobi to Garowe Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport's on-time performance, 67.1% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Wilson Airport (WIL)
With public transport, you can travel from central Nairobi to WIL in about 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 3 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 15 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Nairobi to GGR flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Wilson Airport:
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Garowe Airport (GGR)
At the moment, $496 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Garowe Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,005. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Nairobi to GGR if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
Cheap Nairobi to Garowe Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Nairobi to Garowe Airport (GGR)
February is the quietest month for flights from Nairobi to Garowe Airport (GGR), while June is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Garowe based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Garowe is March, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your Nairobi to GGR flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from Nairobi to Garowe Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Garowe
You have your flight from Nairobi to Garowe Airport organised, so all that's left to do is find the right hotel in Garowe. Cawaale Blue Hotel is a crowd favourite.
Haji Ali mosque (Masjidka Xaji cali Garowe) and Astaanta Hidaha iyo dhaqanka Soomaaliyeed (Somali Heritage Centre) are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your Garowe travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Garowe National Park.
Explore more of Somalia
Pack more into your Somalia trip by exploring beyond Garowe. Around 137 kilometres away to the west, Las Anod is another awesome city to add to your itinerary. Tick off some of its leading attractions such as Masjid Al-Huda مسجد الهدى while you're here.
Another essential stop in Somalia, Buuhoodle is about 241 kilometres west of Garowe. Plan to visit highlights including Taalada Xasuuqii Kalshaale.
