Flying from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Nairobi: what you need to know
Nairobi is 8 hours ahead of Austin, where Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is located. Nairobi operates on the UTC+3 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from AUS to Nairobi, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Getting away during a peak time like July? Busy periods (like summer, Thanksgiving, Christmas and spring break) can easily add another hour at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from AUS to Nairobi. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
To travel to Kenya for tourism purposes, you will require an ETA if you have a passport from United States. However, visa rules can change and you may need further documentation depending on the purpose and duration of your stay. Always check the most recent guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Nairobi.
Travelling from central Austin to AUS takes around 3 hours and 24 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your vacation? Stay near AUS. Whether you've booked an early flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Nairobi or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Nairobi
C$911 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Nairobi. Return flights start at C$1,433. These prices can change based on demand.
To find cheap tickets from AUS to Nairobi, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap tickets from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Nairobi is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to show the best prices across every month and score a great deal.
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Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to the centre of Nairobi takes about 22 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour and 11 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Book a hotel near NBO if you're taking a late flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Nairobi. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Wilson Airport (WIL)
As soon as your flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Nairobi has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 15 minutes by car. Central Nairobi is approximately 3 kilometres from Wilson Airport (WIL).
You can expect the trip to take about 46 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to WIL. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from AUS to Nairobi:
Best time to go to Nairobi
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Nairobi. July is the busiest month to travel to Nairobi. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
The warmest month in Nairobi is March, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Nairobi in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from AUS to Nairobi in July when temperatures average between 12ºC and 24ºC.
More about Nairobi
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Nairobi right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Nairobi:
Nairobi National Park and The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust are just a couple of the major attractions to put on your Nairobi must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Westlands Maasai Market D at the roof top.
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Select one of our car rentals in Nairobi and see the sights on your own terms. Easily compare companies in one place to find the ideal ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Nairobi.
