Flying from Nairobi to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO): what you need to know
Nairobi is home to a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Nairobi to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL).
The timezone in Rome is UTC+1, which is 2 hours behind Nairobi. Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is located in Rome.
Your flight from Nairobi to FCO won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying over a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even explore another city. When searching for flights from Nairobi to FCO departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The distance from central Nairobi to NBO is around 14 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether in your own car or with public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Nairobi to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Wilson Airport (WIL)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Nairobi to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever your plans, here's where you can stop between Wilson Airport and FCO:
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
WIL is about 3 kilometres from central Nairobi. It takes 15 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 46 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Nairobi to FCO, stay in one of these hotels close to Wilson Airport:
About Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Nairobi to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near FCO:
Getting from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome
From Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, Rome is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 39 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 51 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport from $483 or travel return from just $621. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're looking for flight tickets from Nairobi to FCO. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
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The best time to fly from Nairobi to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
August is the busiest month to board a flight from Nairobi to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Rome, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
The warmest month in Rome is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Nairobi to FCO in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 14ºC. Search for cheap flights from Nairobi to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Rome
After locking in your flight from Nairobi to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rome:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Rome is to check out its top sights. Highlights include Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum.
Complete your Rome trip with a car rental
After you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Nairobi to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, the next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Rome. Browse the deals and instantly compare options on price, pick-up convenience, and more.