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Getting from Nairobi's airport to the city center

Nairobi is served by Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), located approximately 15 km southeast of the city center. As Kenya's main international gateway, the airport offers several airport transfers to city center options including taxis, ride-hailing services, public buses, and private transfers. Wilson Airport (WIL), primarily used for domestic and regional flights, sits just 6 km south of downtown. Journey times vary significantly depending on Nairobi's notorious traffic conditions, particularly during rush hours.

How to get from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Nairobi?

How to get from Wilson Airport (WIL) to Nairobi?

Notes:

  • Prices in KES (Kenyan Shilling); table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • Nairobi traffic can be severe, especially during morning (7–9 AM) and evening (5–8 PM) rush hours. Allow extra time.
  • Always use licensed taxis from official airport ranks or reputable ride-hailing apps for safety.
  • Negotiate taxi fares before departure or confirm the meter is running.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to Nairobi

Depart from
Shanghai Pudong International
Arrive to
Jomo Kenyatta International
Average flights per week
182
Flight distance
Worth visiting
Mt. Kenya Wildlife Conservancy

Check-in for a flight from Shanghai to Nairobi

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
Kenya AirwaysKQAKQNo
Etihad AirwaysETDEYNo
China Eastern AirlinesCESMUYes
Spring AirlinesCQH9CYes
China Southern AirlinesCSNCZYes

Weather in Nairobi

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January26°C14°C
February27°C15°C
March27°C15°C
April24°C15°C
May23°C14°C
June22°C13°C
July23°C13°C
August23°C13°C
September25°C14°C
October26°C15°C
November24°C15°C
December24°C14°C
Hottest Month
27°C
February
Coldest month
13°C
July
Sunny days
306
days per year

14 day forecast

Saturday
7 Nov
72%
26°C15°C
14 Nov
73%
22°C15°C
Sunday
8 Nov
66%
27°C16°C
15 Nov
69%
22°C16°C
Monday
9 Nov
58%
28°C16°C
16 Nov
85%
22°C16°C
Tuesday
10 Nov
64%
28°C15°C
17 Nov
86%
22°C16°C
Wednesday
11 Nov
73%
27°C15°C
18 Nov
82%
22°C16°C
Thursday
12 Nov
88%
23°C15°C
19 Nov
82%
23°C16°C
Friday
13 Nov
91%
19°C16°C
20 Nov
74%
24°C16°C
Travelers usually depart from Shanghai Pudong International, or Shanghai Hongqiao International when they travel from Shanghai to Nairobi. Book your trip to arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International, or Wilson. The most popular airlines for this route are Kenya Airways, Etihad Airways, China Eastern Airlines, Spring Airlines, and China Southern Airlines. Shanghai and Nairobi have 182 direct flights per week.

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