Flying from Nairobi to Juba International Airport (JUB): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Nairobi. Check out your options departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL) when organising your flight from Nairobi to Juba International Airport (JUB).
Take a direct flight from Nairobi to Juba International Airport and you'll be travelling for around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Juba's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Nairobi. Juba International Airport is located in Juba.
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Juba International Airport (JUB) is the most popular route. There are 56 direct departures a week to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, hop on the last flight with Kenya Airways at 13:00. Opt for the first NBO to JUB departure with Kenya Airways at 07:00 if you want to get going earlier.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Nairobi to JUB.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and as much as four hours for international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
You can find a direct flight from Nairobi to Juba International Airport (JUB) departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO).
Kenya Airways is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Nairobi to Juba International Airport departing from NBO.
We make it a cinch to book a flight from Nairobi to JUB with a stopover. To see all the options departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers between NBO and JUB include:
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
From the centre of Nairobi, NBO is around 14 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to find the best way to reach the terminal.
Planning to catch an early flight from Nairobi to Juba International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport:
Wilson Airport (WIL)
Wilson Airport (WIL) has direct flights from Nairobi to Juba International Airport (JUB).
Kenya Airways operates direct flights from Nairobi to JUB out of WIL. Book your preferred aisle (or window) seat and arrive at your destination in one go.
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Nairobi to Juba International Airport. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your bucket list. Whatever you'd like to do, check out these options between Wilson Airport and JUB:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
You can reach WIL from the centre of Nairobi in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 46 minutes to cover the 3 kilometres or so.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before your flight from Nairobi to JUB? Kick back in a hotel near Wilson Airport before your trip officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
About Juba International Airport (JUB)
Book a hotel near JUB if you're catching a late flight from Nairobi to Juba International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Juba International Airport (JUB) to central Juba
From Juba International Airport, Juba is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 8 minutes to get to the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Juba International Airport (JUB)
For a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Juba International Airport, R 4,695 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip from just R 8,697. These are the lowest fares right now and may differ based on availability.
7 months before your departure is the best time to score cheap tickets from Nairobi to JUB.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Nairobi to Juba International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Nairobi to Juba International Airport (JUB)
June is the busiest month for flights from Nairobi to Juba International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Juba in February when things are quieter.
Book your flight from Nairobi to JUB for February if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Juba to range from 23ºC to 40ºC.
August sees average temperatures of between 20ºC and 34ºC. Search for cheap flights from Nairobi to Juba International Airport sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Juba
Once you've booked your flight from Nairobi to Juba International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Juba:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. All Saints Cathedral, Boma National Park and Studio One Art Gallery are top sights which should be on any good Juba itinerary.