Travelling from Nairobi to Houston: what you need to know
Nairobi has two main airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Nairobi to Houston flying out of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL).
When working out where to land in Houston, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) are the major hubs.
To ensure you get on your flight from Nairobi to Houston, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're travelling during a public holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
If you have a passport from Kenya, you will need an embassy visa to visit United States. This applies when booking a cheap flight from Nairobi to Houston for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines ahead of booking and definitely before flying.
Flying from Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for flights from Nairobi to Houston departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Nairobi, NBO can be reached in about 22 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 11 minutes.
After a leisurely start to your vacation? Stay near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Nairobi to Houston or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Wilson Airport (WIL)
Break up your flight from Nairobi to Houston with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Popular stopovers between Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Houston are:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
You can arrive at WIL from the centre of Nairobi in approximately 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 46 minutes to travel the 3 kilometres or so.
You're going on vacation, so why not extend it with an extra night away from home? Consider kicking back in one of these hotels near Wilson Airport the day before your flight from Nairobi to Houston:
Arriving in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston is around 20 minutes by car. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 49 minutes.
Book a hotel near IAH if you have a late flight from Nairobi to Houston. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) is around 19 kilometres from central Houston. Following your flight from Nairobi to Houston, expect a drive time of approximately 22 minutes to get to the heart of the city.
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour and 42 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near HOU. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Nairobi to Houston:
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Houston
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Houston is C$593. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,385. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from Nairobi to Houston, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
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Best time to go to Houston
February is the quietest month for flights from Nairobi to Houston, while July is the most popular. Figure out the best time to visit Houston based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Houston is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 40ºC. Book your flights from Nairobi to Houston in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from Nairobi to Houston in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 19ºC on average.
More about Houston
After booking your flight from Nairobi to Houston, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Houston:
The Houston Museum of Natural Science and The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building are just two of the major attractions to put on your Houston to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Hermann Park.
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