Nairobi to Jeddah (NBO–JED) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
NBO–JED is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Saudia leads the route. The flight covers 1,596 miles in approximately 3h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SV Saudia Also: GF, KQ | 8 | 330 | 3h45-3h53 | – | SkyTeam | GF, KQ |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
NBO: EAT · JED: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Nairobi, it's 6:00 PM in Jeddah.
The Haramain HSR airport station (in the terminal complex) connects to Jeddah city in 15 minutes (SAR 20–25) and onward to Mecca (45 min, SAR 55) and Medina (2h, SAR 105); essential knowledge for Hajj/Umrah travelers.Careem and Uber serve the airport widely; expect SAR 40–80 to central Jeddah, 25–45 minutes. Taxis at the rank run SAR 60–100. Rental car desks are in the arrivals hall. The airport has two main terminals (North and South); confirm which terminal before booking ground transport.
Hot desert climate on the Red Sea coast. Summers (May–September) are brutal at 38–45°C with high humidity from sea proximity, making outdoor exposure extreme. Operational disruptions in summer are more often from sandstorms than temperature alone.
Winter (December–February) is warm and pleasant at 20–28°C. Rare but intense rainfall events (typically October–November) can cause flash flooding and ground stops. Jeddah's drainage infrastructure is limited. The city sits close to sea level; humidity amplifies heat year-round.
NBO–JED Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from NBO to JED
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) and King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) are connected by nonstop service from Saudia. With 20 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
NBO to JED Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from NBO to JED is about 3 hours 45 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,596 miles (2,569 km). There are approximately 20 weekly flights outbound and 17 return, totaling 37 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Addis Ababa Bole, Entebbe and Aden Adde. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.