Travelling from Brussels to Nairobi: what you need to know
Start your vacation planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Brussels to Nairobi. Brussels Airport (BRU) and Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) are Brussels's main airports.
Step off your plane in Nairobi at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL).
8 hours 19 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Brussels to Nairobi. Based in the UTC+3 timezone, Nairobi is 2 hours ahead of Brussels.
The most popular route for flights from Brussels to Nairobi is from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). You can select from 5 services every week between these two airports. If you want to head off first thing, the earliest flight from BRU to NBO is the 10:20 Brussels Airlines option. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 10:25 with Brussels Airlines.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Brussels to Nairobi.
Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you have a passport from Belgium, you will need an ETA to enter Kenya. This applies when booking a cheap flight from Brussels to Nairobi for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and certainly before you fly.
Flying from Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
If you're after a direct flight from Brussels to Nairobi, you can leave from Brussels Airport (BRU). Fly from BRU to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in one seamless trip.
When taking off from BRU, you can take a direct flight from Brussels to Nairobi with Brussels Airlines.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Brussels to Nairobi. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Brussels Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Kigali International Airport (KGL)
BRU is about 14 kilometres from central Brussels. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 39 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near Brussels Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Brussels to Nairobi, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to refresh yourself with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Brussels to Nairobi, browse these options when setting off from Brussels Airport:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Kigali International Airport (KGL)
You can arrive at CRL from central Brussels in approximately 56 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 37 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Brussels to Nairobi? Unwind in a hotel near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport before your break officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
Arriving in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes around 22 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour and 11 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Reserve a hotel near NBO if you're catching a late flight from Brussels to Nairobi. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Wilson Airport (WIL)
Wilson Airport (WIL) is about 3 kilometres from the centre of Nairobi. After your flight from Brussels to Nairobi, expect a drive time of approximately 15 minutes to get to the heart of the city.
Public transport will get you there in around 46 minutes.
There are some comfortable hotels to park your luggage (and yourself) near WIL. Kick back after your flight from Brussels to Nairobi at one of these well-located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Nairobi
C$364 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Nairobi. A return flight starts from C$730. These prices may change based on availability.
Book 9 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap flights from Brussels to Nairobi.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Brussels to Nairobi. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Best time to go to Nairobi
July is the most popular month for flights from Brussels to Nairobi. To travel when it's less crowded, go to Nairobi in February.
The warmest month in Nairobi is March, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Brussels to Nairobi in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap flights from Brussels to Nairobi in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC and 24ºC on average.
More about Nairobi
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Nairobi right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Brussels to Nairobi:
Nairobi National Park and The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Nairobi to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Westlands Maasai Market D at the roof top.
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