Travelling from Nairobi to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Nairobi has a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Nairobi to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) flying out of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL).
The timezone in Sydney is UTC+11, which is 8 hours ahead of Nairobi. Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located in Sydney.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Nairobi to SYD. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
We make it a breeze to book a flight from Nairobi to SYD with a stopover. To see your options departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers between NBO and SYD include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The distance from central Nairobi to NBO is around 14 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the quickest way to get there, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
Booked an early flight from Nairobi to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport:
Wilson Airport (WIL)
Break up your flight from Nairobi to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Wilson Airport and SYD are:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
With public transport, you can travel from central Nairobi to WIL in around 46 minutes. The airport is roughly 3 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 15 minutes.
It's your vacation, so why not spend an extra night away from home? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near Wilson Airport the day before your flight from Nairobi to SYD:
About Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Nairobi to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near SYD:
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to central Sydney is about 21 minutes in a car. It's approximately 18 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 27 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Lock in a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport from C$502 or travel return from just C$1,131. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find flight tickets from Nairobi to SYD if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Nairobi to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Set up a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll be the first to know when prices go down. Timing matters when searching for flight tickets from Nairobi to SYD.
Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Nairobi to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Nairobi to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
July is the most popular month for flights from Nairobi to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Sydney in April when it's quieter.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Sydney. January is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Nairobi to SYD sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 32ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 5ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap flights from Nairobi to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Sydney
Start your Sydney trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Nairobi to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
One of the best ways to get to know Sydney is to explore its top sights. Essential stops include Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Bondi Beach.
Complete your Sydney trip with a car rental
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