Flying from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to New York: what you need to know
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is located in Nairobi. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, New York is 7 hours behind Nairobi.
The busiest route is from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). There are 11 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from NBO to JFK is the 08:35 Kenya Airways service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 23:35 with Kenya Airways.
Leave enough time to make your flight from NBO to New York. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Nonstop flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to New York are available for booking. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is where you'll complete your journey.
Kenya Airways is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to New York.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for flights from NBO to New York, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ)
To enter United States for tourism purposes, you will require an embassy visa if you have a passport from Kenya. However, visa rules can change and you may need other documents depending on the purpose and duration of your stay. Always check the most recent guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to New York.
NBO is about 14 kilometers from central Nairobi. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 22 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 1 hour and 11 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to NBO? If you're catching an early flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to New York, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to New York
AED 1,545 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to New York. For a return flight on this route, the best price is AED 2,245. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Book 9 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from NBO to New York.
The cheapest month for tickets from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to New York is May. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
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Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to the center of New York is about 28 minutes by car. It's approximately 24 kilometers away.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 11 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to New York, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near EWR:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
As soon as your flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to New York has hit the runway, you can get to the city center in around 48 minutes by car. Central New York is approximately 48 kilometers from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
Public transport will get you there in approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near JFK. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from NBO to New York:
Best time to go to New York
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to New York. August is the most popular month to visit New York. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to New York for July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 18ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap flights from NBO to New York in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about New York
Start your New York trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to New York, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are top sights which should be on any good New York itinerary.
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