Travelling from Nairobi to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Nairobi. Explore your options leaving from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL) when searching for a flight from Nairobi to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO).
The average time for a direct flight from Nairobi to Kilimanjaro International Airport is 1 hour.
Nairobi and Kilimanjaro (where Kilimanjaro International Airport is located) share the UTC+3 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
With 29 direct flights a week between the two airports, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is the busiest route. Kenya Airways operates the earliest flight at 08:15. If you prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the last departure from NBO to JRO is with Precision Air at 20:00.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Nairobi to JRO. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
You can find a direct flight from Nairobi to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) leaving from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO).
You'll find a direct flight from Nairobi to Kilimanjaro International Airport with Precision Air. This top airline offers services from NBO.
We make it a breeze to book a flight from Nairobi to JRO with a stopover. To see your options departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between NBO and JRO include:
Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
The distance from central Nairobi to NBO is about 14 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the best route, whether in your own car or with public transport.
After a stress-free start to your break? Stay near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Nairobi to Kilimanjaro International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Wilson Airport (WIL)
Wilson Airport (WIL) offers nonstop flights from Nairobi to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO).
From WIL, direct flights from Nairobi to JRO are available with Precision Air.
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Nairobi to Kilimanjaro International Airport, here's where you can stop when leaving from Wilson Airport:
Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Nairobi to WIL in around 46 minutes. The terminal is roughly 3 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 15 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not spend an additional night away? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near Wilson Airport the day before your flight from Nairobi to JRO:
About Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
Get off your flight from Nairobi to Kilimanjaro International Airport and be sprawled out in your hotel bed shortly after. If you're looking for a convenient option a short drive from JRO, stay at Kia Lodge.
Getting from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) to central Kilimanjaro
Central Kilimanjaro is around 72 kilometres from Kilimanjaro International Airport. Travel times by cab or car rental will vary based on time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Kilimanjaro International Airport is R 1,039. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 4,683. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 5 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from Nairobi to JRO.
Organise your trip for February. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Nairobi to Kilimanjaro International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the best price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Nairobi to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Nairobi to Kilimanjaro International Airport. July is the most popular month to travel to Kilimanjaro. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
Before booking a flight from Nairobi to JRO, think about the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Kilimanjaro, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC to 34ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Nairobi to Kilimanjaro International Airport in July when temperatures average between 14ºC and 27ºC.
More about Kilimanjaro
Don't miss well-known attractions like Sambarai Garden. It's a must-do whether you're a first-time or returning traveller to Kilimanjaro.