Travelling from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport is 9 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Bangkok is UTC+7, which is four hours ahead of Nairobi.
Flights from NBO to BKK start from 23:59 — the first with Kenya Airways. The latest departure is at 23:59 with Kenya Airways. Overall, you can choose from seven weekly Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flights.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your NBO to BKK flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Flying into Bangkok (and then exploring more of Thailand!) is a cinch with Kenya Airways. This popular airline offers direct flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Kenya Airways.
Among carriers operating NBO to BKK flights, Kenya Airways has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. These are the top stopovers between NBO and BKK:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Sharjah International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Currently, $433 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $849. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Get cheap tickets from NBO to BKK by booking at least four months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport is March. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from NBO to BKK.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport.
Handy information about Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Of the flights that depart from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, 67.1% land on time at their destination.
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Nairobi. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near NBO. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
If you're getting in on a late Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these accommodation options near BKK:
Travel at your own pace with a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and venture far and wide through Bangkok and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Suvarnabhumi Airport about four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok
From Suvarnabhumi Airport, Bangkok is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting there on public transport takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
July is the busiest month for flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Bangkok in April.
The warmest month in Bangkok is April, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 37ºC. Lock in your flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from NBO to BKK in December. Temperatures average between 19ºC and 33ºC then.
Explore more of Thailand
Bangkok has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Thailand just waiting to be discovered. Around 467 kilometres north-east of Bangkok, a trip to Udon Thani will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
Chon Buri is another must-experience destination in Thailand and is around 64 kilometres south-east of Bangkok. No journey is complete without a visit to Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall.