Flying from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Nairobi: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Nairobi and you'll be travelling for around 7 hours 12 minutes.
Indira Gandhi International Airport is located in New Delhi. Based in the UTC+3 timezone, Nairobi is 2 hours 30 minutes behind New Delhi.
The most popular route is from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Take your pick of 4 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from DEL to NBO is the 13:25 Air India service. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 13:50 with Air India.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from DEL 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 such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Nonstop flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Nairobi are available for booking. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is where you'll disembark.
Air India is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Nairobi.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for flights from DEL to Nairobi, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
You will need an ETA for Kenya if you hold a passport from India and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements change frequently. So before booking your cheap ticket from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Nairobi, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest updates.
Travelling from central New Delhi to DEL takes about 54 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 24 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a relaxed start to your break? Stay near DEL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Nairobi or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Nairobi
163 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Nairobi. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 330 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book 9 months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from DEL to Nairobi.
The cheapest month for tickets from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Nairobi is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the lowest fare.
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Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi is about 22 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes about 1 hour and 11 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near NBO if you're taking a late flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Nairobi. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Wilson Airport (WIL)
Once your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Nairobi has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in around 15 minutes by car. Central Nairobi is approximately 3 kilometres from Wilson Airport (WIL).
You can also travel using public transport, which will take roughly 46 minutes.
After your flight from DEL to Nairobi, settle in at a hotel close to WIL. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Nairobi
July is the busiest month for flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Nairobi. To avoid the crowds, head for Nairobi in February when things are quieter.
Lock in your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Nairobi for March to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 14ºC to 30ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from DEL to Nairobi in July when temperatures average between 12ºC and 24ºC.
More about Nairobi
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Nairobi right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Nairobi:
Nairobi National Park and The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Nairobi itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Westlands Maasai Market D at the roof top.
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