Travelling from Rome to Nairobi: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Rome to Nairobi. Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA) are the main airports in Rome.
Touch down in Nairobi at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) or Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL).
Nairobi's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Nairobi two hours ahead of Rome.
Leave plenty of time to get on your Rome to Nairobi flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Nairobi
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Rome to Nairobi flights if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
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Flying from Rome
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even tour another city. When browsing Rome to Nairobi flights departing from Rome Fiumicino Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Jeddah Airport (JED)
Located around 23 kilometres from the centre of Rome, FCO can be reached in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
After a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Rome Fiumicino Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Rome to Nairobi or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Rome Fiumicino Airport, data shows 78% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
On public transport, you can travel from central Rome to CIA in around 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Rome to Nairobi? Unwind in a hotel near Rome Ciampino Airport before your trip officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
Flights from Rome Ciampino Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 86% of them touching down right on cue.
Arriving in Nairobi
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
The distance from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi is roughly 13 kilometres. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Book a hotel close to NBO if you have a late flight from Rome to Nairobi. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Auto-Union, Green Motion or Hertz and find adventure across Nairobi and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport around three weeks before your travel date.
Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)
Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) is around 3 kilometres from central Nairobi. Following your flight from Rome to Nairobi, it'll take you approximately 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
The journey will take approximately 35 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near WIL. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Rome to Nairobi:
Land, collect your Nairobi Wilson Airport rental car, and drive off without skipping a beat. Auto-Union and Unicorn rent a car are top outlets to select from here.
Generally, the sooner you book, the bigger the savings and variety of vehicles. Reserve your ride from WIL as soon as you know your dates.
Best time to go to Nairobi
August is the busiest month for flights from Rome to Nairobi. To avoid the crowds, head to Nairobi in March.
The warmest month in Nairobi is February, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 30ºC. Book your Rome to Nairobi ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Rome to Nairobi in July when temperatures average between 12ºC and 24ºC.
More about Nairobi
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Nairobi right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Rome to Nairobi:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Sheldrick Wildlife Trust Nursery, Giraffe manor and Mara Conservancy are attractions you won't want to skip in Nairobi.
Explore more of Kenya
Nairobi has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Kenya just waiting to be explored. About 434 kilometres southeast of Nairobi, a trip to Mombasa will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Mombasa Marine Park & Reserve, Fort Jesus Museum and Mombasa Beach.
Nakuru is another standout destination in Kenya and is around 137 kilometres northwest of Nairobi. No trip is complete without dropping by Lake Nakuru National Park, Lake Nakuru and Rhino Point.