Flying from Nairobi to Eldoret Airport (EDL): What you need to know
Start planning your trip by checking out the best place to catch your flight from Nairobi to Eldoret Airport (EDL). Explore your options for leaving from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL), two of the city's main airports.
Book a direct Nairobi to Eldoret Airport flight and you'll be traveling for around 55 minutes.
Eldoret's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Nairobi. Eldoret Airport is located in Eldoret.
The most popular route is from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Eldoret Airport (EDL), with 43 direct weekly services. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from NBO to EDL is the 6:10am Jambojet Limited service. If you need some extra time before takeoff, the last departure is at 6:50pm with Jambojet Limited.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Nairobi to EDL. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're traveling during a public holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
You can hop on a direct flight from Nairobi to Eldoret Airport (EDL) out of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO).
Leading carriers that have direct flights from Nairobi to Eldoret Airport departing NBO include:
Most travelers prefer to fly with Jambojet Limited between NBO and EDL.
With 68.3% of its services landing as planned, Kenya Airways is the top performer for punctuality on this route.
Located around 9 miles from the center of Nairobi, NBO can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your break? Stay near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Nairobi to Eldoret Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of the flights that depart from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, 67.1% arrive on time at their destination.
Wilson Airport (WIL)
You can book a direct Nairobi to Eldoret Airport (EDL) plane ticket out of Wilson Airport (WIL). See if flying from WIL works better for your plans.
Catch your direct flight from Nairobi to EDL with Skyward Express. This is one of the top carriers operating this route out of WIL.
On the WIL to EDL route, Skyward Express is the go-to airline for most travelers on this route.
WIL is around 2 miles from central Nairobi. It'll take you 15 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.
Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Wilson Airport the day before your Nairobi to EDL flight:
About Eldoret Airport (EDL)
Arriving on a late flight from Nairobi to Eldoret Airport or just want to relax ASAP? Booking a hotel close to EDL is a good idea. Tiret Riverside Resort and Retreat and Unity Homes #G08 are popular options.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Eldoret Airport (EDL)
Right now, $53 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Eldoret Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $108. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book three months before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Nairobi to EDL.
August is when you're most likely to land a good deal on a Nairobi to Eldoret Airport ticket. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Nairobi to Eldoret Airport (EDL)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Nairobi to Eldoret Airport (EDL). June is the busiest month to visit Eldoret. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in February.
Lock in a Nairobi to EDL plane ticket departing in February if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Eldoret to range from 50ºF to 82ºF.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Nairobi to Eldoret Airport in June when temperatures are between 50ºF and 73ºF.
More about Eldoret
Once you've booked your flight from Nairobi to Eldoret Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Eldoret:
Kapseret Eco Resort and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Eldoret are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Eldoret to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Eldoret Nature & Culture Centre.
Explore more of Kenya
You've visited Eldoret, now it's time to discover other parts of Kenya. Journey about 160 miles south-east to Nairobi to check off its must-visit sights. From Masai Mara National Reserve to The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Giraffe manor, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 75 miles south-east of Eldoret, Nakuru is another favorite stop in Kenya. Start your sightseeing at Nakuru National Park, Lake Nakuru and Lake Nakuru View.
