Travelling from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO): what you need to know
Nairobi is three hours ahead of Dakar and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to catch your DSS to NBO flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between DSS and NBO include:
Kotoka International Airport
Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Blaise Diagne International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flight is Rs153,029. A round-trip plane ticket is currently Rs191,490. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DSS to NBO if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from DSS to NBO by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
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Handy information about Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS)
66.96% of flights departing from Blaise Diagne International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To get to Blaise Diagne International Airport from central Dakar, it'll take about 1 hour 5 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 64 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
If you have an early flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, why not stay close by? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy some extra sleep) at Studio Meublé. KËR Mouna is another convenient accommodation option near DSS.
Arriving at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
If you're getting in on a late Blaise Diagne International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near NBO:
Pick up a Jomo Kenyatta International Airport rental car and explore Nairobi and beyond with your own wheels. Auto-Union, Green Motion and Hertz are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Nairobi. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
July is the busiest month for flights from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Nairobi in February.
When booking your flight from Blaise Diagne International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Nairobi, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 30ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 12ºC and 24ºC. Look for cheap tickets from DSS to NBO around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Kenya
Nairobi is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Kenya just waiting to be explored. Around 434 kilometres south-east of Nairobi, a visit to Mombasa will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Fort Jesus, Haller Park and Old Town of Mombasa.
If you want to check out another great destination in Kenya, consider Nakuru, roughly 145 kilometres north-west of Nairobi. ARTHUR GARDENS (WEDDING/EVENT GROUNDS), Upper Hill estate and Muhia's Conservation Forest are among the biggest draws.