Travelling from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Nairobi: what you need to know
Nairobi is 1 hour ahead of Athens, where Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is located. Nairobi operates on the UTC+3 timezone.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from ATH to Nairobi. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for flights from ATH to Nairobi, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
You'll need an ETA for Kenya if you have a passport from Greece and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Nairobi, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most recent updates.
ATH is around 40 kilometres from central Athens. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 37 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 59 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel close to ATH? If you've booked an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Nairobi, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Nairobi
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Nairobi is 259 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 459 €. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ATH to Nairobi if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
Finding cheap tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Nairobi is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to show the best prices across every month and bag a great deal.
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Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes about 22 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour and 11 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Nairobi, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near NBO:
Wilson Airport (WIL)
Once your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Nairobi has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 15 minutes by car. Central Nairobi is roughly 3 kilometres from Wilson Airport (WIL).
You can expect the trip to take roughly 46 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to WIL. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from ATH to Nairobi:
Best time to go to Nairobi
July is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Nairobi while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Nairobi, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
When booking your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Nairobi, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Nairobi, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC to 30ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC and 24ºC. Search for cheap flights from ATH to Nairobi sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Nairobi
Start your Nairobi trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Nairobi, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Nairobi National Park, The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Westlands Maasai Market D at the roof top are must-do's during your Nairobi adventure.
Complete your Nairobi trip with a car rental
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