Travelling from Nairobi to Toronto: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Nairobi. Explore your options departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) or Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) when planning your flight from Nairobi to Toronto.
When arriving in Toronto, hop off the plane at Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) or Toronto Island Airport (YTZ). John C. Munro Hamilton Airport (YHM) is another major gateway to this city.
The timezone in Toronto is UTC-5, which is eight hours behind Nairobi.
Leave plenty of time to catch your Nairobi to Toronto flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Toronto
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap Nairobi to Toronto flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Nairobi to Toronto is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across each month and pick up a great deal.
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Flying from Nairobi
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for Nairobi to Toronto flights leaving from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
NBO is about 13 kilometres from central Nairobi. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Nairobi to Toronto or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Of the flights that depart from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport, 62% touch down on time at their destination.
Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)
You can get to WIL from central Nairobi in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes to cover the 3 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Nairobi to Toronto? Check in to a hotel near Nairobi Wilson Airport before your holiday officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
72% of flights taking off from Nairobi Wilson Airport arrive according to schedule.
Arriving in Toronto
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The distance from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto is roughly 21 kilometres. It'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Nairobi to Toronto, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near YYZ:
Travel at your own pace with a Toronto Pearson International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and see more of Toronto and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Toronto Pearson International Airport around three weeks in advance of your Nairobi to Toronto flight.
Toronto Island Airport (YTZ)
As soon as your flight from Nairobi to Toronto has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 10 minutes by car. Central Toronto is approximately 3 kilometres from Toronto Island Airport (YTZ).
If you hop on public transport, the journey will take you 20 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to YTZ. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Nairobi to Toronto:
Hertz, National and Avis make collecting a Toronto Island Airport rental car quick and easy. These suppliers are located around or in the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from YTZ one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
John C. Munro Hamilton Airport (YHM)
Make your way into the city centre after your flight from Nairobi to Toronto has touched down. Central Toronto is around 72 kilometres from John C. Munro Hamilton Airport (YHM) and takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to get there in a car.
If you travel by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Recover after a day of travelling by checking in to a hotel close to YHM after your Nairobi to Toronto flight. Get a good night's sleep at Super 8 by Wyndham Mt Hope Hamilton Intl Arpt on or Homestead House Bed & Breakfast before setting off for the city.
Start your trip without stressing about how to get to your destination with a John C. Munro Hamilton Airport rental car. You can book with reliable names here like Avis, National and Budget.
Rental providers sometimes offer promotions for early bookings, so reserve your vehicle from YHM ahead of your flight from Nairobi to Toronto. A bit of planning goes a long way in savings.
Best time to go to Toronto
August is the most popular month for flights from Nairobi to Toronto. To skip the crowds, go to Toronto in November.
Lock in a Nairobi to Toronto ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Toronto to range from 15ºC to 28ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Nairobi to Toronto in February when temperatures average between -15ºC and 3ºC.
More about Toronto
Start your Toronto trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Nairobi to Toronto, browse our range of accommodation options including:
CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your Toronto must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Toronto Islands.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Toronto. Around 354 kilometres to the northeast, top sights here include Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa.
Mississauga is another favourite destination in Canada and is around 23 kilometres west of Toronto. No trip is complete without seeing Lake Ontario, Living Arts Centre and Rattray Marsh Conservation Area.