Flying from Nairobi to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): What you need to know
Washington DC is eight hours behind Nairobi. Washington Dulles International Airport is located in Washington DC, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Nairobi to IAD, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Airports in Nairobi
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Nairobi to IAD. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular airports:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
NBO is about 18 kilometres from central Nairobi. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Nairobi to Washington Dulles International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are the answer:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, data shows 62% of flights complete their journey on time.
Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)
You can arrive at WIL from the centre of Nairobi in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes to cover the 10 kilometres or so.
Catching the earliest flight? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Nairobi Wilson Airport the day before your Nairobi to IAD flight:
Nairobi Wilson Airport has an on-time performance of 72%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that leave from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
About Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Book a hotel close to IAD if you have a late flight from Nairobi to Washington Dulles International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and be under the covers in no time flat:
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle around one week in advance of your Nairobi to Washington Dulles International Airport flight.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC
Central Washington DC is around 40 kilometres from Washington Dulles International Airport and takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Currently, $974 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Washington Dulles International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,608. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Nairobi to IAD if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Nairobi to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding your trip dates. February is the quietest month to visit Washington DC. June is when most people book flights from Nairobi to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
Lock in a Nairobi to IAD plane ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Washington DC to range from 19ºC to 33ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Nairobi to Washington Dulles International Airport in January when temperatures are between -6ºC and 10ºC.
More about Washington DC
Once you've booked your flight from Nairobi to Washington Dulles International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Washington DC:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Lincoln Memorial, The White House and Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History are highlights which should be on any good Washington DC itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Washington DC has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States you should also see. About 225 kilometres northeast of Washington DC, a visit to Philadelphia will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Around 274 kilometres southeast of Washington DC, Virginia Beach is another essential stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Virginia Beach Boardwalk, Resort Beach and Neptune's Park.