Riyadh to Nairobi (RUH–NBO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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RUH–NBO is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Saudia leads the route. The flight covers 1,930 miles in approximately 4h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SV Saudia | 3 | 74F | 4h30 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
RUH: +03 · NBO: EAT
When it's 6:00 PM in Riyadh, it's 6:00 PM in Nairobi.
Saudi passport holders need an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) to enter Kenya. Apply at etakenya.go.ke at least 3 days before departure. The eTA costs $30 and is valid for 90 days per visit. Upload your passport bio page, a passport photo, return ticket, and proof of accommodation. Processing takes 1 to 3 business days. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.
Kenya replaced its traditional visa system with the eTA in January 2024. The authorization is electronically linked to your passport. For stays beyond 90 days, apply for an extension at the Immigration Department in Nairobi. Yellow fever vaccination is required if arriving from an endemic country. Carry the yellow card, as officers at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) check it.
Direct flights from Jeddah to Nairobi run about 4 hours 30 minutes on Saudia and Kenya Airways. Riyadh to Nairobi connects through Jeddah or via Addis Ababa, Dubai, or Doha. Kenya uses the Kenyan shilling (KES), trading at roughly 34 KES per SAR 1. ATMs are everywhere in Nairobi and Mombasa. M-Pesa mobile money dominates payments and is accepted at shops, restaurants, and taxis. Card payments work at hotels and malls. Safari park fees at Maasai Mara are $80 per adult per day for non-residents. Nairobi National Park, 7 km from the city center, charges $43. The SGR train connects Nairobi to Mombasa in 4 hours 30 minutes at KES 1,000 to KES 3,000 (SAR 29 to SAR 88). Uber operates in Nairobi and Mombasa.
RUH–NBO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from RUH to NBO
King Khalid International Airport (RUH) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) are connected by nonstop service from Saudia. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
RUH to NBO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from RUH to NBO is about 4 hours 30 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,930 miles (3,106 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via King Abdulaziz, Bahrain and Zayed. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.