Flying from Singapore to Nairobi: what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering the departure point for your flight from Singapore to Nairobi. Changi International Airport (SIN) and Seletar Airport (XSP) are Singapore's main airports.
When it comes to working out where to arrive in Nairobi, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) and Wilson Airport (WIL) are the chief entry points.
To ensure you catch your flight from Singapore to Nairobi, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
To visit Kenya for tourism purposes, you'll need an ETA if you have a passport from Singapore. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need other documents depending on the purpose and duration of your trip. Always check the most recent guidelines before you book your cheap flight from Singapore to Nairobi.
Flying from Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for flights from Singapore to Nairobi departing from Changi International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
SIN is around 21 kilometres from central Singapore. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from Singapore to Nairobi? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Changi International Airport:
Seletar Airport (XSP)
Split up your flight from Singapore to Nairobi with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Top stopovers between Changi International Airport and Nairobi include:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
You can reach XSP from the centre of Singapore in approximately 23 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 24 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Singapore to Nairobi, unwind in one of these hotels close to Seletar Airport:
Arriving in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Nairobi. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 22 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour and 11 minutes to get there using public transport.
Consider booking a hotel close to NBO if you're taking a late flight from Singapore to Nairobi. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Wilson Airport (WIL)
Wilson Airport (WIL) is about 3 kilometres from the centre of Nairobi. After your flight from Singapore to Nairobi, allow for a drive time of approximately 15 minutes to reach the heart of the city.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take roughly 46 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to WIL. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from Singapore to Nairobi:
How to find the cheapest flights from Singapore to Nairobi
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Singapore to Nairobi is R 4,214. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 8,505. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from Singapore to Nairobi, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
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Best time to go to Nairobi
July is the most popular month for flights from Singapore to Nairobi. To avoid the crowds, go to Nairobi in February.
The warmest month in Nairobi is March, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Singapore to Nairobi in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Singapore to Nairobi in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12ºC and 24ºC on average.
More about Nairobi
After booking your flight from Singapore to Nairobi, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Nairobi:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Nairobi National Park, The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Westlands Maasai Market D at the roof top are must-visits when exploring Nairobi.
Complete your Nairobi trip with a car rental
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