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Flying from Nairobi to Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ): what you need to know
Nairobi is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Nairobi to Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ) leaving from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL).
Approximately 1 hour 37 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Nairobi to Mogadishu International Airport.
Mogadishu's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Nairobi. Mogadishu International Airport is located in Mogadishu.
With 128 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ) is the most popular route. Daallo Airlines (Somalia) operates the earliest flight at 03:15. If you'd like to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last flight from NBO to MGQ is with Kenya Airways at 14:00.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Nairobi to MGQ.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
You can hop on a direct flight from Nairobi to Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ) out of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO).
Direct flights from Nairobi to Mogadishu International Airport are available from a good number of airlines at NBO. Fly with any of these:
Whether you're eager to visit a new city on the way or just have a break, we make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) is a stop you can make on your flight from Nairobi to MGQ.
The distance from central Nairobi to NBO is roughly 14 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the fastest route, whether you want to drive or use public transport.
Have an early flight from Nairobi to Mogadishu International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport:
Wilson Airport (WIL)
Planning to leave from Wilson Airport (WIL)? You can reserve a direct flight from Nairobi to Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ) departing from this hub.
When departing from WIL, you can choose from plenty of airlines that fly straight to your destination. Book a seat on a direct flight from Nairobi to MGQ with one of these options:
Break up your flight from Nairobi to Mogadishu International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Wilson Airport and MGQ are:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
WIL is about 3 kilometres from central Nairobi. It takes 15 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 46 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Nairobi to MGQ, kick back in one of these hotels near Wilson Airport:
About Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ)
Once your flight from Nairobi to Mogadishu International Airport has touched down, relax at a hotel close by. Lovely 3-Bed Apartment in Mogadishu is a convenient option that's not too far from MGQ.
Getting from Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ) to central Mogadishu
Mogadishu International Airport to the centre of Mogadishu is about 17 minutes by car. It's approximately 5 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 Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Mogadishu International Airport is ج.م. 8,431. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 18,874. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 7 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from Nairobi to MGQ.
The cheapest month for tickets from Nairobi to Mogadishu International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.
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Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Nairobi to Mogadishu International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
The best time to fly from Nairobi to Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Nairobi to Mogadishu International Airport. July is the busiest month to travel to Mogadishu. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Mogadishu. The warmest month is April. Book your flights from Nairobi to MGQ during then and you can expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 31ºC.
August sees average temperatures of between 24ºC and 28ºC. Look for cheap flights from Nairobi to Mogadishu International Airport sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Mogadishu
Stay at Lovely 3-Bed Apartment in Mogadishu and use it as your base to discover this city. Once you've booked your flight from Nairobi to Mogadishu International Airport, check out what services and amenities this hotel has to offer.
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Liido Beach Somalia, Mogadishu Cathedral and The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier -Mogadishu are must-do's during your Mogadishu adventure.
Complete your Mogadishu trip with a car rental
Shut down all those tabs and let us do the hard work for you. We can also help you find deals on car rentals in Mogadishu once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Nairobi to Mogadishu International Airport. Easily compare prices in one place and drive away with a bargain that fits your budget.
