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Thu, 23 May EDI - NBO
Thu, 23 May NBO - EDI
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Sun, 19 May EDI - NBO
£281 £275
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Thu, 09 May EDI - NBO
Mon, 13 May NBO - EDI
£744 £733
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Sun, 05 May EDI - NBO
Mon, 06 May NBO - EDI
£1124 £1106
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£1066 £1051
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Route information

Currency exchange rates and cost of life

Train Local, one-way ticket
70% Trains in Nairobi are 70% cheaper than in Edinburgh.
Edinburgh £2
Nairobi £0.6
Meal Mid-priced restaurant
78% A meal in Nairobi is 78% cheaper than a meal in Edinburgh.
Edinburgh £15
Nairobi £3.32
Exchange rate
1 GBP = 167.43 KES
1 KES = 0.01 GBP
Last checked on 11 May 2024
Distance: 4544 miles
Edinburgh airports
Turnhouse (EDI) How far from city centre: 6 miles
Glasgow Scotland (GLA) How far from city centre: 42 miles
Prestwick (PIK) How far from city centre: 63 miles
Nairobi airports
Wilson Arpt (WIL) How far from city centre: 3 miles
Jomo Kenyatta Internatonal (NBO) How far from city centre: 10 miles

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If you are planning to visit Nairobi from Edinburgh, here you'll find all the necessary information to book your flights. We'll help you address any possible doubts you may have about this route.

About your departure and destination airports

If you are looking to travel from United Kingdom to Kenya, Edinburgh - Nairobi is one of the most popular routes.

In the originAirport Airport EDI, where you'll find a range of facilities and services to kickstart your trip. From efficient check-in counters to relaxing lounges, originAirport Airport ensures a seamless departure experience, setting the stage for a smooth journey ahead.

Upon touchdown at destinationAirport Airport NBO airport, you are welcomed by the modern amenities and convenient services offered at this bustling hub. As you step off the plane, you'll find yourself well-equipped to explore the wonders of one of the top destinations in Kenya.

The flight duration is approximately 12 h and 40 m, covering a distance of about 7313 between the two cities.

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Airline(s) serving your route

From well-known carriers to low-cost options, eDreams enables you to select the airline that best suits your preferences.

Airline(s) catering to your route from Edinburgh EDI to Nairobi NBO: Klm Royal Dutch Airlines, Kenya Airways, Emirates.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Edinburgh to Nairobi

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?
Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to Kenya. At eDreams have you covered!
If I want to book flights from Edinburgh to Nairobi at eDreams, how can I find them?
Using our flight search engine, you can find flights from £275 for the route Edinburgh - Nairobi. At eDreams, we always aim at providing our customers with the cheapest option, allowing you to adjust according to stopovers, airports, dates and many other filters.
Is Nairobi more expensive than Edinburgh to visit?
Comparing taxi prices, a ride in Nairobi costs an average of 1.21 GBP pounds, 70% cheaper than Edinburgh, with a fare of 4.00 GBP pounds, while train tickets cost 70% less in Nairobi: 0.60 GBP pounds against 2.00 GBP pounds in Edinburgh. Comparing the price of a meal, they range from 3.32 GBP euros in Nairobi, 78% less than the 15.00 GBP euros in Edinburgh. The price of a coffee is approximately 48% cheaper in Nairobi, with an average of 1.76 GBP euros, while in Edinburgh the coffee costs 3.40 GBP.
What would be the best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to Nairobi?
The most popular months to book from Edinburgh to Nairobi are December, January and September.
When would be the best time to travel from Edinburgh to Nairobi?
The best time of the year to visit Nairobi from Edinburgh really depends on lots of personal preferences, especially the price. Regarding popularity, December is the best month to fly to  Nairobi from Edinburgh in terms of searches from our customers, followed by February and March. If you would rather avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds May, April and July are the months with fewer searches for Edinburgh -  Nairobi.
What is the duration of a flight from Edinburgh to Nairobi?
Flight duration from Edinburgh to Nairobi is around 11:48 hours on average, at an average distance of 8,483 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
What is the weather like in Nairobi compared to Edinburgh?
The average temperature in Edinburgh is 24.09 degrees in summer, with precipitation around 3.0 mm ,Nairobi's temperatures reach 30.06 during the hot season, with 6.0 average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around 9.29 degrees in Nairobi, compared to the -4.11 average degrees reported in Edinburgh. During the winter period, Edinburgh can register 3.0 mm precipitation, while Nairobi have an average of 2.3 mm rain level.
The airlines that fly indirectly from Edinburgh to Nairobi are:
The airlines that fly indirectly from Edinburgh to Nairobi are:
  • Emirates, stopping in Dubai for 215 minutes at least.
  • Klm Royal Dutch Airlines, with 285 minutes stop in Amsterdam.
  • Turkish Airlines, with 120 minutes scale in Istanbul.
Flight Time 11 h and 48 m Flights from Edinburgh and Nairobi last around 11 h and 48 m, although this flight time may also depend on other factors.
Cheapest flight £275 The cheapest price available for flights from Edinburgh to Nairobi that have been booked by our customers in the last 72 hours
Peak season December According to search data from our customers, December is the busiest time to fly from Edinburgh to Nairobi
Airlines that fly this route Klm Royal Dutch Airlines, Kenya Airways, Emirates Airline(s) that fly fromEdinburgh to Nairobi

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