Travelling from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Nairobi: what you need to know
Nairobi is seven hours ahead of Detroit, where Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is located. Nairobi observes the UTC+3 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your DTW to Nairobi flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from DTW to Nairobi with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
DTW is about 29 kilometres from central Detroit. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near DTW. Whether you have an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nairobi or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
Of all flights leaving Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, 75.1% touch down on time at their destination.
DTW is located at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Nairobi
C$644 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nairobi flight. A return flight ticket right now is C$1,153. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from DTW to Nairobi, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nairobi across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from DTW to Nairobi by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
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Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to the centre of Nairobi takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nairobi, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near NBO:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Jomo Kenyatta International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Green Motion or Hertz to explore Nairobi and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport around three weeks before your flight from DTW to Nairobi.
Wilson Airport (WIL)
Once your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nairobi has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 15 minutes by car. Central Nairobi is roughly 3 kilometres from Wilson Airport (WIL).
The journey will take roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near WIL. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your DTW to Nairobi flight:
Why wait? A Wilson Airport rental car lets you get moving right away. Roll down your windows and hit the highway with a set of wheels from Auto-Union or Unicorn rent a car.
Save time at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from WIL ahead of time so you can just grab the keys and go.
Best time to go to Nairobi
Plan your trip to Nairobi during high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nairobi during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in Nairobi is March, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nairobi flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from DTW to Nairobi in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.
More about Nairobi
Start your Nairobi trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nairobi, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, Nairobi National Park and Westlands Maasai Market D at the roof top are highlights which should be on any good Nairobi itinerary.
Explore more of Kenya
Mombasa is just one of the many cities in Kenya waiting to be explored after you've seen Nairobi. Around 434 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Fort Jesus, Haller Park and Old Town of Mombasa.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Kenya, consider Nakuru, about 145 kilometres north-west of Nairobi. ARTHUR GARDENS (WEDDING/EVENT GROUNDS), Upper Hill estate and Muhia's Conservation Forest are the start of reasons to visit.