Flying from Nairobi to Atlanta: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Nairobi. Explore your options leaving from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL) when organising your flight from Nairobi to Atlanta.
Come in for landing at Atlanta's major hub, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Nairobi to Atlanta. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
You will need an embassy visa for United States if you have a passport from Kenya and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to change. So before you book your cheap flights from Nairobi to Atlanta, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
Flying from Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even tour another city. When searching for flights from Nairobi to Atlanta leaving from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Nairobi, NBO can be reached in about 22 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 11 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Nairobi to Atlanta, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Wilson Airport (WIL)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Nairobi to Atlanta. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, here's where you can stop between Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Atlanta:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Nairobi to WIL in around 46 minutes. The airport is roughly 3 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 15 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away? Consider checking in to one of these accommodation options near Wilson Airport the day before your flight from Nairobi to Atlanta:
Arriving in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is around 18 kilometres from central Atlanta. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 17 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour and 9 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to ATL if you have a late flight from Nairobi to Atlanta. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Atlanta
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Atlanta is $716. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,426. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from Nairobi to Atlanta. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Nairobi to Atlanta across every month. It's the best way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Best time to go to Atlanta
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Nairobi to Atlanta. July is the busiest month for a trip to Atlanta. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Nairobi to Atlanta for July if you want to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Atlanta to range from 19ºC to 34ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -3ºC and 14ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Nairobi to Atlanta around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Atlanta
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Atlanta right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Nairobi to Atlanta:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Georgia Aquarium, Centennial Olympic Park and Piedmont Park are essential stops on your Atlanta itinerary.
Complete your Atlanta trip with a car rental
Check out our lineup of car rentals once you've found your hotel and cheap flight from Nairobi to Atlanta. Whether you want a compact ride, an SUV or even something that'll turn heads, you can easily compare companies in one go to find the perfect deal.