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Nairobi Travel Guide

Nairobi, Kenya — Airports

Nairobi Airport

Airport Code
NBO
Full Airport Name
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Location
The airport is situated 10 miles (16km) south east of Nairobi.
Time Zone
GMT +3.
Phone Number
Tel: +254 (0)20 822 111
Ground Transport
The KBS bus service 34 leaves fairly regularly for the city center; most travelers however take a taxi or arrange to be picked up by their hotel or tour operator. The Mercedes taxis take passengers to the central city hotels for a fixed fare.
Car Rental
Avis, Europcar and Hertz, among others, are represented at the airport.
Airport Facilities
The facilities at the airport are fairly limited, but include a bank and bureau de change, left luggage, telephones and fax, medical aid, a bar and restaurant, duty-free shops selling curios, a post office, tourist information and hotel reservations. There are disabled facilities, but passengers should advise their airline in advance of any special needs.
Car Parking
Short- and long-term parking is available.
Departure Tax
US$20, but this is usually included in the ticket price.
Website
www.kenyaairports.co.ke