Travelling from Tokyo to Nairobi: what you need to know
Tokyo has a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Tokyo to Nairobi departing from Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) or Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT).
Arrive in Nairobi at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) or Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL).
The timezone in Nairobi is UTC+3, which is six hours behind Tokyo.
To ensure you make your Tokyo to Nairobi flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
Travelling over a peak time such as April? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Nairobi
To pick up cheap Tokyo to Nairobi flights, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
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Flying from Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
We make it simple to book a Tokyo to Nairobi flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Tokyo Haneda Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Located around 16 kilometres from the centre of Tokyo, HND can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 30 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Tokyo Haneda Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Tokyo to Nairobi or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Tokyo Haneda Airport, data shows 77% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
The address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
Split up your Tokyo to Nairobi flight with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Tokyo Narita Airport and Nairobi include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
NRT is about 64 kilometres from central Tokyo. It'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Tokyo to Nairobi, stay in one of these hotels close to Tokyo Narita Airport:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Tokyo Narita Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 73%.
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Arriving in Nairobi
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Nairobi. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.
It usually takes 1 hour 5 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Tokyo to Nairobi. Book one of these accommodation options near NBO instead:
Pick up a Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport rental car and explore Nairobi and beyond with your own set of wheels. Auto-Union, Green Motion and Hertz are popular outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)
Central Nairobi is around 3 kilometres from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL). After your flight from Tokyo to Nairobi has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 20 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 35 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near WIL. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Tokyo to Nairobi:
Land, collect your Nairobi Wilson Airport rental car, and drive off without missing a beat. Auto-Union and Unicorn rent a car are trusted companies to select from here.
Save time at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Secure your ride from WIL in advance so you can simply grab the keys and go.
Best time to go to Nairobi
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Tokyo to Nairobi. August is the most popular month to travel to Nairobi. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in March.
The warmest month in Nairobi is February, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 30ºC. Book your Tokyo to Nairobi ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Tokyo 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 top stays in Nairobi right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Tokyo to Nairobi:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Sheldrick Wildlife Trust Nursery, Giraffe manor and Mara Conservancy are top sights which should be on any well-planned Nairobi itinerary.
Explore more of Kenya
Mombasa is just one of the many places in Kenya waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Nairobi. Around 434 kilometres to the southeast, its top attractions include Mombasa Marine Park & Reserve, Fort Jesus Museum and Mombasa Beach.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Kenya, head for Nakuru, roughly 137 kilometres northwest of Nairobi. Lake Nakuru National Park, Lake Nakuru and Rhino Point are highlights.