Travelling from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is 1 hour 25 minutes.
Dar Es Salaam and Nairobi are both in the UTC+3 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Flights from DAR to NBO start from 03:45 — the first with Kenya Airways. The last departure is at 20:50 with Kenya Airways. Overall, there are 113 weekly Julius Nyerere International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your DAR to NBO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
With direct flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport operated by a number of airlines, getting to Nairobi (and then other parts of Kenya) is easy. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Kenya Airways.
Kenya Airways is the most punctual carrier offering DAR to NBO flights, with 75.93% of its services landing on time.
If you want to explore another city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Zanzibar International Airport is a sought-after stop between DAR and NBO.
How to find the cheapest flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
ج.م. 4,425 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Julius Nyerere International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flight. A return flight starts at ج.م. 8,908. These prices may change based on demand.
Score cheap tickets from DAR to NBO by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
Of all flights departing from Julius Nyerere International Airport, 68.39% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Dar Es Salaam to Julius Nyerere International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Looking for a handy hotel near DAR? If you're catching an early flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Consider staying in a hotel near NBO if you have a late Julius Nyerere International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
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 well-known companies to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to the centre of Nairobi has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
July is the busiest month for flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Nairobi in February.
The warmest month in Nairobi is March, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC and 24ºC. Look for cheap tickets from DAR to NBO sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Kenya
Mombasa is just one of the many places in Kenya waiting to be explored after you've seen Nairobi. Around 434 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Fort Jesus, Haller Park and Old Town of Mombasa.
Nakuru is another well-known destination in Kenya and is around 145 kilometres north-west of Nairobi. No trip is complete without a visit to ARTHUR GARDENS (WEDDING/EVENT GROUNDS), Upper Hill estate and Muhia's Conservation Forest.