Travelling from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO): what you need to know
Nairobi is eight hours ahead of Minneapolis and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your MSP to NBO flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MSP and NBO:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
John F. Kennedy International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flight is ر.ق. 1,875. A round-trip plane ticket right now is ر.ق. 3,428. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MSP to NBO. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when looking for your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from MSP to NBO.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
Handy information about Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
77.37% of flights departing from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central Minneapolis. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near MSP:
Arriving at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near NBO instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Jomo Kenyatta International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Green Motion or Hertz and explore beyond Nairobi's main sights.
Booking your ride from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport around three weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi
From Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Nairobi is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
The quietest month for a flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Nairobi based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Nairobi, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC to 30ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 12ºC and 24ºC. Look for cheap tickets from MSP to NBO sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Kenya
You've seen Nairobi, now it's time to explore other corners of Kenya. Travel about 434 kilometres south-east to Mombasa to tick off its leading attractions. From Fort Jesus to Haller Park and Old Town of Mombasa, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Kenya, consider Nakuru, roughly 145 kilometres north-west of Nairobi. ARTHUR GARDENS (WEDDING/EVENT GROUNDS), Upper Hill estate and Muhia's Conservation Forest are highlights.
