Flight tickets from Nairobi to Dubai

Flying from Nairobi to Dubai: what you need to know

• Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Nairobi to Dubai. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) and Wilson Airport (WIL) are the main airports in Nairobi.

• When working out where to land in Dubai, Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are the primary gateways.

• 5 hours 10 minutes is the time it takes on average for a direct flight from Nairobi to Dubai. Operating on the UTC+4 timezone, Dubai is 1 hour ahead of Nairobi.

• The busiest route for flights from Nairobi to Dubai is from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Dubai Airport (DXB). Choose from 32 services every week between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from NBO to DXB is the 16:35 Emirates service. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 23:20 with Kenya Airways.

• For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Nairobi to Dubai.

• Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

• If you have a passport from Kenya, you'll need an e-visa to enter United Arab Emirates. This applies when booking a cheap flight from Nairobi to Dubai for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules ahead of booking and definitely before flying.

Flying from Nairobi

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

• If you're looking for a direct flight from Nairobi to Dubai, you can board one at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Fly from NBO to Dubai Airport (DXB) in one seamless trip.

• You'll have your choice of airlines that operate direct flights from Nairobi to Dubai leaving from NBO. Book your journey with one of these:

  • Emirates

  • Kenya Airways

  • Kenn Borek Air

• Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Nairobi to Dubai. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular options:

  • Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ)

  • King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)

  • Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)

• The journey from central Nairobi to NBO takes approximately 1 hour and 11 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 22 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

• Catching an early flight from Nairobi to Dubai? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport:

  • Manoa Lifestyle Suites

  • Bonaya Homes

  • Triad Serviced Apartments

Wilson Airport (WIL)

• Visit friends or family or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Nairobi to Dubai, check out these options when setting off from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport:

  • Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ)

  • King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)

  • Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)

• On public transport, you can travel from central Nairobi to WIL in about 46 minutes. The terminal is roughly 3 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 15 minutes.

• Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Nairobi to Dubai, take it easy in one of these hotels near Wilson Airport:

  • Wood Pearl Apartments

  • Denara Budget Classy Homes

  • South B , South Suites Studio Apartment Behind Capital Centre

Arriving in Dubai

Dubai Airport (DXB)

• Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes about 16 minutes to get to the centre driving.

• Getting there by public transport takes roughly 49 minutes.

• Book a hotel near DXB if you have a late flight from Nairobi to Dubai. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Al Bandar Arjaan – Dubai Creek

  • Black Stone Hotel

  • Lotus Grand Hotel Apartments

Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)

• Central Dubai is about 56 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). After your flight from Nairobi to Dubai has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 45 minutes.

• The journey will take about 2 hours and 5 minutes on public transport.

• You'll find some comfortable stays where you can make a pit stop near DWC. Settle in after your flight from Nairobi to Dubai at any of these perfectly located options:

  • Aloft Dubai South

  • Emaar South - Two Bedroom Apartment With Pool and Golf Course View

  • Rare Holiday Homes - Spacious Apartment - Near Expo City - Dubai South - R410

How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Dubai

• ₹ 16,512 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Dubai. A return flight starts from ₹ 29,719. These prices may change depending on availability.

• Book 8 months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from Nairobi to Dubai.

• Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Nairobi to Dubai. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.

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Best time to go to Dubai

• July is the most popular month for flights from Nairobi to Dubai. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Dubai in April.

• Book your flight from Nairobi to Dubai for July if you'd like to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Dubai to range from 30ºC to 42ºC.

• Look for cheap tickets from Nairobi to Dubai in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.

More about Dubai

• Once you've booked your flight from Nairobi to Dubai, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dubai:

  • Liv Residence

  • Fabulous 1 Bedroom Apartment - Anantara Resort

  • OYO 264 Home Cordoba Palace 607 Studio

• All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism are essential stops on your Dubai itinerary.

Complete your Dubai trip with a car rental

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