Dubai to Nairobi (DXB–NBO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
DXB–NBO is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Emirates, Kenya Airways and flydubai lead the route. The flight covers 2,212 miles in approximately 5h. Beyond nonstop, 35 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EK Emirates | 21 | 77W | 4h52-5h15 | – | – | – |
| KQ Kenya Airways | 14 | 73H | 5h05-5h15 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| FZ flydubai | 4 | 7M8 | 5h25 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Nairobi from Dubai
| Metric | DXB→NBO | SHJ→NBO | AUH→NBO |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DXB | – | 11 mi | 72 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 39 | 7 | 17 |
| Flight time | 5h | 5h 5m | 5h 10m |
Travel Essentials
DXB: +04 · NBO: EAT
When it's 6:00 PM in Dubai, it's 5:00 PM in Nairobi.
UAE passport holders need an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) to enter Kenya. Apply online through the Kenyan government portal before travel. The eTA replaced the previous eVisa system in 2024. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond entry.
Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for travelers arriving from endemic countries. Customs declarations are required for goods exceeding USD 500 in value.
Dubai Metro Red Line connects Union and BurJuman stations to T1 and T3 (Airport: Terminal 1 and Terminal 3 stations). T1 is 20 minutes from Union, T3 is 22 minutes (AED 6.50–10 depending on zones and Gold/Silver class). Trains run 5:30am–midnight Saturday–Wednesday, until 1am Thursday–Friday. T2 (low-cost) is not on the metro; taxi or bus required.Taxis from Dubai Marina cost AED 70–90; from Downtown Dubai (Burj Khalifa area) AED 35–50. Ride-hail via Careem is widely available and comparable to taxis. Traffic on Sheikh Zayed Road is heavy during morning and evening rush.
DXB–NBO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DXB to NBO
Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) are connected by nonstop service from Emirates, flydubai and Kenya Airways. With 39 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
DXB to NBO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DXB to NBO ranges from 5 hours 0 minutes to 5 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,212 miles (3,559 km). There are approximately 39 weekly flights outbound and 39 return, totaling 78 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
35 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via HGA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Sharjah (SHJ) and Abu Dhabi (AUH).