Flying from Nairobi to Singapore: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Nairobi. Check out your options departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) or Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) when reserving your flight from Nairobi to Singapore.
Touch down in Singapore at Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) or Seletar Airport (XSP).
Singapore is five hours ahead of Nairobi and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your Nairobi to Singapore flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Singapore
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Flying from Nairobi
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for Nairobi to Singapore flights departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Mumbai Airport (BOM)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)
Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Nairobi, NBO can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Nairobi to Singapore or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of the departures from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport, 62% land on schedule at their destination.
Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)
You can get to WIL from the centre of Nairobi in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 35 minutes to travel the 3 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Nairobi to Singapore? Check in to a hotel near Nairobi Wilson Airport before your holiday officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
Nairobi Wilson Airport has an on-time performance of 72%. This figure reflects how often flights departing from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Singapore
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
The distance from Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) to central Singapore is approximately 18 kilometres. It'll take you about 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Nairobi to Singapore, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near SIN:
Travel at your own speed with a Singapore Changi Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Avis, Sixt or Green Motion and experience more of Singapore and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Singapore Changi Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
Seletar Airport (XSP) is roughly 14 kilometres from central Singapore. Once you've disembarked your flight from Nairobi to Singapore, it'll take you approximately 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you hop on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to XSP. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from Nairobi to Singapore:
Best time to go to Singapore
June is the most popular month for flights from Nairobi to Singapore. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Singapore in March.
Lock in a Nairobi to Singapore ticket departing in May if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Singapore to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Nairobi to Singapore in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
More about Singapore
After booking your flight from Nairobi to Singapore, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these options your base for exploring Singapore:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Marina Bay Sands, Gardens by the Bay and Merlion are must-visits when exploring Singapore.