Flying from Buenos Aires to Nairobi: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Buenos Aires. Check out your options leaving from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) or Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) when reserving your flight from Buenos Aires to Nairobi.
Step off your plane in Nairobi at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL).
For stress-free travel, 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 Buenos Aires to Nairobi.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Flying from Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Located around 14 kilometres from central Buenos Aires, AEP can be reached in approximately 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 38 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Jorge Newbery Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Buenos Aires to Nairobi, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Give yourself some time to recharge during your flight from Buenos Aires to Nairobi with a stopover. Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS) is one of the top options between Ministro Pistarini Airport and Nairobi.
EZE is around 32 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. It takes 36 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours and 8 minutes.
You're off on vacation, so why not extend it with an additional night away? Consider checking in to one of these accommodation options near Ministro Pistarini Airport the day before your flight from Buenos Aires to Nairobi:
Arriving in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Nairobi. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 22 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 11 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Buenos Aires to Nairobi, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near NBO:
Wilson Airport (WIL)
Central Nairobi is around 3 kilometres from Wilson Airport (WIL). As soon as your flight from Buenos Aires to Nairobi has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 15 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 46 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to WIL. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from Buenos Aires to Nairobi:
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to Nairobi
At the moment, C$1,223 is the best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Buenos Aires to Nairobi. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,780. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Buenos Aires to Nairobi if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
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Best time to go to Nairobi
February is the quietest month for flights from Buenos Aires to Nairobi, while July is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to go to Nairobi based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Buenos Aires to Nairobi for March if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Nairobi to range from 14ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Buenos Aires 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
Start your Nairobi trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Buenos Aires to Nairobi, explore our range of hotels including:
Nairobi National Park and The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Nairobi to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Westlands Maasai Market D at the roof top.
Complete your Nairobi trip with a car rental
Discover our range of car rentals once you've found your hotel and cheap flight from Buenos Aires to Nairobi. Whether you're looking for a compact ride, an SUV or something more luxurious, you can compare companies in one go to get the best deal.
