Zaventem to Nairobi (BRU–NBO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
BRU–NBO is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Lynx Air leads the route. The flight covers 4,081 miles in approximately 9h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SN Lynx Air Also: AZ, OS | 4 | 333 | 9h15 | – | Star Alliance | AZ, OS |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Nairobi from Zaventem
| Metric | BRU→NBO | AMS→NBO |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from BRU | – | 98 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | 13 | 36 |
| Flight time | 9h 15m | 8h 35m |
Travel Essentials
BRU: CEST · NBO: EAT
When it's 6:00 PM in Zaventem, it's 7:00 PM in Nairobi.
Belgian passport holders must obtain a Kenya Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) before arrival. Apply through the official portal at etakenya.go.ke. The eTA costs USD 30 for a single entry and allows stays up to 90 days. Processing takes up to 3 business days. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if arriving from or transiting through an endemic country.
The Airport Express train runs every 15–20 minutes from Brussels Central, Midi (South), and Nord stations to BRU in 17–25 minutes (€11.80 one-way, free with Brussels Card). Traffic on the Ring road (R0) is heavily congested during morning rush, making the train the consistent choice for peak departures.
Taxis from central Brussels cost €40–55 and take 25–40 minutes. Ride-shares (Uber) run €30–45. Parking at BRU starts at €10/day in the P-Long facility with free shuttle.
BRU–NBO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BRU to NBO
Brussels Airport (BRU) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) are connected by nonstop service from Lynx Air. With 13 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
BRU to NBO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BRU to NBO is about 9 hours 15 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 4,081 miles (6,567 km). There are approximately 13 weekly flights outbound and 23 return, totaling 36 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Frankfurt Main, Amsterdam and Cairo. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Amsterdam (AMS).