Flying from Nairobi to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK): What you need to know
Nairobi has a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Nairobi to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) flying out of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL).
Book a direct Nairobi to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 9 hours 30 minutes.
Bangkok is four hours ahead of Nairobi. Suvarnabhumi Airport is located in Bangkok, which is in the UTC+7 timezone.
The busiest route is from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). You can choose from 5 direct services every week. Kenya Airways operates a 11:59pm departure between NBO and BKK.
Your flight from Nairobi to BKK won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
You can find a direct flight from Nairobi to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO).
Kenya Airways is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Nairobi to Suvarnabhumi Airport jetting out of NBO.
Kenya Airways is the airline most travellers choose for flights from NBO to BKK.
Kenya Airways is the most punctual carrier on this route.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Nairobi to BKK. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular options:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
NBO is around 14 kms (9 miles) from central Nairobi. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Nairobi to Suvarnabhumi Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
Of all flights leaving Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, 67.1% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Wilson Airport (WIL)
WIL is about 3 kms (2 miles) from central Nairobi. It'll take 15 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Nairobi to BKK flight? Kick back in a hotel near Wilson Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
About Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Consider booking a hotel near BKK if you have a late flight from Nairobi to Suvarnabhumi Airport. Check in to one of these options and be in bed in no time flat:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and explore beyond Bangkok's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Nairobi to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport is around 17 miles from central Bangkok. How long it takes to get to the centre in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Suvarnabhumi Airport is £197. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £387. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap flights from Nairobi to BKK by booking ten months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for picking up a bargain.
Plan your trip for March. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on Nairobi to Suvarnabhumi Airport tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Nairobi to BKK.
Find an affordable flight from Nairobi to Suvarnabhumi Airport by using filters. Choose your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Nairobi to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding when to fly. April is the quietest month to go to Bangkok. July is when most people book flights from Nairobi to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Bangkok is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your Nairobi to BKK plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Nairobi to Suvarnabhumi Airport in December if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
More about Bangkok
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Bangkok right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Nairobi to Suvarnabhumi Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to know where to start. Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew and The Royal Place 2 are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Bangkok itinerary.
Explore more of Thailand
Bangkok has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Thailand you'll want to see. About 209 kms (130 miles) north-east of Bangkok, a trip to Nakhon Ratchasima will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Night Safari Korat, Saveone Night Market and Butterfly Park.
Around 129 kms (80 miles) south-east of Bangkok, Rayong is another essential stop in Thailand. No visit is complete without checking out Saeng Chan Beach, Mae Rumphueng Beach and Mae Ramphueng Beach.