Flying from Nairobi to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO): What you need to know
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is the most popular route. You can choose from 20 direct services every week between NBO and JRO.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Nairobi to JRO.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, it's smart to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Direct flights from Nairobi to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) are available from here.
Book your direct flight from Nairobi to Kilimanjaro International Airport with Precision Air. This popular airline operates services from NBO.
The majority of travellers prefer to book seats with Precision Air between NBO and JRO.
The most punctual carrier on this route is Kenya Airways. Its services arrive as planned 71.05% of the time.
NBO is about 14 kilometres from central Nairobi. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
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67.1% of flights that leave from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Wilson Airport (WIL)
Consider starting your journey from Wilson Airport (WIL). You can book a direct Nairobi to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) flight ticket with departures from this hub.
Safarilink operates direct flights from Nairobi to JRO out of WIL. Book your favourite seat and arrive at your destination without any detours.
Safarilink is the top choice for bookings on the WIL to JRO route.
Airkenya is the most consistently on-time carrier operating flights between Wilson Airport and Kilimanjaro International Airport.
You can reach WIL from central Nairobi in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 45 minutes to travel the 3 kilometres or so.
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About Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
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How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
$220 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Kilimanjaro International Airport. A return flight starts at $392. These prices can change depending on demand.
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