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Jomo Kenyatta International Airport Insider Guide
NBONairobi’s main airport (NBO). Busy regional hub, several lounges, traffic outside can be heavy.
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40min
Transit to city
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45min
Immigration
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55min
Security buffer
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Leave with 10+ hours+
Leave the airport?
OK to leave:
10h+
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Lounges
| Terminal | Lounge | Access | Showers | Good for | Price (paid) |
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| 1A/1E | PP/contract lounges (Aspire/Turkish/KQ, etc.) | PP/Dragon/Paid | Some | Snacks/buffet | About $30–50 USD |
| Various | Airline lounges (KQ/alliances) | Eligible tickets/status | Some | Buffet, showers | N/A |
Decent lounge options; some with showers.
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Traveler notes
- Security/immigration can be slow; add buffer.
- Traffic to/from airport can be heavy; leave early.
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Sleep / Rest
- Basic seating; lounges better.
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Food
- Regional/international options; quality modest.
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Showers
- Some lounges have showers.
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Luggage Storage
- Limited; travel light.
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Transit to City
- Taxi/Rideshare: 25–70 minutes depending on traffic.
- Buffer: Back at NBO 3h international.
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Essentials
- SIM/eSIM: Airport kiosks; eSIM cheaper beforehand. ATMs: Decline DCC; pay in USD/KES via bank. Wi‑Fi: Limited.
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