Airport Overview
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is a major international airport serving Nairobi in KE. It is a key transport hub identified by the IATA code NBO and ICAO code HKJK. You can find details on flight connections, car rental, and public transport options below.
Key Data
Elevation
- ft
Coordinates
-1.319,
36.928
Timezone
Africa/Nairobi
Runways
2
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NBO: Key East Africa Hub — Kenya Airways/SkyTeam
Kenya Airways (SkyTeam) uses NBO as its East and Central Africa hub. Strong connections to Indian Ocean islands (Zanzibar, Seychelles, Mauritius) and southern Africa (JNB, CPT). MCT at NBO is 60 min. Terminal 1A (international) and 1E (recently expanded) are airside-connected.
Use Bolt or Official Taxis — Avoid Unlicensed Cabs
Bolt (ride-hailing) is available at NBO and is recommended — safe, metered, no negotiation needed. Official airport taxis (white, metered) to the city cost KES 1,500-2,500 (~USD 11-19). Journey: 25-45 min. Never accept rides from touts inside the terminal.
Yellow Fever Vaccine Required for Some Connections
If connecting through NBO from a yellow fever endemic country (most of sub-Saharan Africa, parts of South America), you must carry a valid Yellow Fever vaccination certificate. Kenya Immigration may require it on arrival. Apply at least 10 days before travel.
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HKJK 121600Z 08010KT 9999 SCT025 22/15 Q1019 NOSIG
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The IATA code for Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is NBO.
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is located in or near Nairobi, KE. View the map on this page for the exact location.
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