Flying from Houston to Nairobi: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Houston. Explore your options departing from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) or Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) when planning your flight from Houston to Nairobi.
Hop off your plane in Nairobi at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) or Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL).
Nairobi is nine hours ahead of Houston and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
To ensure you board your Houston to Nairobi flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Nairobi
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap Houston to Nairobi flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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Flying from Houston
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH)
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Located around 26 kilometres from central Houston, IAH can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Have an early flight from Houston to Nairobi? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport:
79% of flights departing from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport reach their destination on schedule.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
You can get to HOU from central Houston in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes to cover the 16 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Houston to Nairobi, unwind in one of these hotels close to Houston Hobby Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Houston Hobby Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 79%.
The address for HOU is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Nairobi
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
The distance from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi is approximately 13 kilometres. It'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It usually takes 1 hour 5 minutes to get there on public transport.
Consider booking a hotel close to NBO if you have a late flight from Houston to Nairobi. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Green Motion or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Nairobi and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)
Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) is around 3 kilometres from the centre of Nairobi. After your flight from Houston to Nairobi, it takes approximately 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 35 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near WIL. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Houston to Nairobi:
Why wait around for public transport? A Nairobi Wilson Airport rental car lets you start exploring right away. Put on your favourite playlist and hit the open road with a set of wheels from Auto-Union or Unicorn rent a car.
Typically, the sooner you book, the better the prices and vehicle selection. Reserve your ride from WIL as soon as your plans are confirmed.
Best time to go to Nairobi
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Houston to Nairobi. August is the most popular month for a trip to Nairobi. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Nairobi is February, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your Houston to Nairobi ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Houston to Nairobi in July when temperatures average between 12ºC and 24ºC.
More about Nairobi
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Nairobi right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Houston to Nairobi:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Sheldrick Wildlife Trust Nursery, Giraffe manor and Mara Conservancy are must-do's during your Nairobi adventure.
Explore more of Kenya
Nairobi has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Kenya just waiting to be discovered. Around 434 kilometres southeast of Nairobi, a trip to Mombasa will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Mombasa Marine Park & Reserve, Fort Jesus Museum and Mombasa Beach.
Nakuru is another favourite destination in Kenya and is around 137 kilometres northwest of Nairobi. No journey is complete without dropping by Lake Nakuru National Park, Lake Nakuru and Rhino Point.