Travelling from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Edinburgh is three hours behind Nairobi and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Your NBO to EDI flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between NBO and EDI:
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
RM2,378 is the best price for a one-way Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Return flights start from RM3,823. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from NBO to EDI, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when looking for a flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from NBO to EDI.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
Handy information about Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Of all flights leaving Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, 67.1% land on time at their destination.
To reach Jomo Kenyatta International Airport from central Nairobi, it takes around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near NBO:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
If you're getting in on a late Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these hotels near EDI:
Grab an Edinburgh Airport rental car and explore Edinburgh and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Hertz are top outlets to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Edinburgh Airport around one week before you travel.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport to central Edinburgh has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport takes around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The quietest month for a flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Edinburgh Airport is January, while June is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Edinburgh based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Edinburgh is July, with the temperature ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Book your flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Edinburgh Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from NBO to EDI sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've visited Edinburgh, now it's time to explore more of United Kingdom. Journey about 402 kilometres south to Birmingham to tick off its leading attractions. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Glasgow is another well-known destination in United Kingdom and is around 64 kilometres west of Edinburgh. No journey is complete without a visit to Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum.
