Flying from Nairobi to Seychelles International Airport (SEZ): what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Nairobi to Seychelles International Airport (SEZ). Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) and Wilson Airport (WIL) are the main airports in Nairobi.
Take a direct flight from Nairobi to Seychelles International Airport and you'll be travelling for around 3 hours 15 minutes.
Victoria is 1 hour ahead of Nairobi. Seychelles International Airport is located in Victoria, which operates on the UTC+4 timezone.
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Seychelles International Airport (SEZ) is the most popular route. There are 19 direct departures a week to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, take the last flight with Kenya Airways at 22:00. Go for the first NBO to SEZ departure with Kenya Airways at 08:30 if you want to get going earlier.
Your flight from Nairobi to SEZ won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. 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 Seychelles International Airport (SEZ) leaving from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO).
Kenya Airways is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Nairobi to Seychelles International Airport taking off from NBO.
We make it a cinch to plan a flight from Nairobi to SEZ that includes a stopover. To see your options leaving from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between NBO and SEZ include:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
From central Nairobi, NBO is around 14 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to get there.
In search of a handy hotel close to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Nairobi to Seychelles International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Wilson Airport (WIL)
Looking to fly out of Wilson Airport (WIL)? You can book a direct flight from Nairobi to Seychelles International Airport (SEZ) departing from this busy hub.
Take a direct flight from Nairobi to SEZ with Kenya Airways. This is one of the top airlines operating this route out of WIL.
Split up your flight from Nairobi to Seychelles International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Top stopovers between Wilson Airport and SEZ include:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
WIL is around 3 kilometres from central Nairobi. It takes 15 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 46 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Nairobi to SEZ? Check in to a hotel near Wilson Airport before your adventure officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
About Seychelles International Airport (SEZ)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Nairobi to Seychelles International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SEZ instead:
Getting from Seychelles International Airport (SEZ) to central Victoria
Seychelles International Airport to the centre of Victoria is about 15 minutes by car. It's approximately 10 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Seychelles International Airport (SEZ)
R 5,728 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Seychelles International Airport. Return flights start from R 10,628. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
We recommend booking 8 months before your departure date. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to find cheap tickets from Nairobi to SEZ within that timeframe.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Nairobi to Seychelles International Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Nairobi to Seychelles International Airport (SEZ)
April is the quietest time of year to travel to Victoria. Alternatively, join the crowds and take your trip in June. This is the most popular month for flights from Nairobi to Seychelles International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Book your flight from Nairobi to SEZ for April if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Victoria to range from 25ºC to 30ºC.
Visit in July if you want cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between 23ºC and 26ºC. However, this destination delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Nairobi to Seychelles International Airport.
More about Victoria
Once you've booked your flight from Nairobi to Seychelles International Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Victoria:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Clock Tower, Seychelles National Botanical Gardens and Tempio hindu are attractions you won't want to skip in Victoria.
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