Traveling from Nairobi to Perth Airport (PER): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your trip from in Nairobi. Explore your options departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL) when organizing your flight from Nairobi to Perth Airport (PER).
The timezone in Perth is UTC+8, which is five hours ahead of Nairobi. Perth Airport is located in Perth.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Nairobi to PER.
During peak travel periods, allow for extended wait times and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Nairobi to PER that include a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between NBO and PER include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
NBO is about 9 miles from central Nairobi. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Nairobi to Perth Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport:
67.1% of flights that take off from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport land at their destination on time.
Wilson Airport (WIL)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Nairobi to WIL in around 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 2 miles away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 15 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Wilson Airport the day before your Nairobi to PER flight:
About Perth Airport (PER)
Consider staying in a hotel near PER if you have a late flight from Nairobi to Perth Airport. Select one of these options and end the night sooner:
Travel at your own speed with a Perth Airport rental car. Book your wheels from SafeDrive Car Rentals, City Centre Car Rentals or No birds and find adventure across Perth and beyond.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Nairobi to Perth Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Perth Airport (PER) to central Perth
Perth Airport is around 10 miles from central Perth. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It takes roughly 30 minutes when traveling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Perth Airport (PER)
$373 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Perth Airport. Return flights start from $734. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Nairobi to PER, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
Affordable Nairobi to Perth Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
Finding a cheap plane ticket from Nairobi to PER is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a better deal is available.
Find a cheap flight from Nairobi to Perth Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Nairobi to Perth Airport (PER)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Nairobi to Perth Airport (PER). July is the most popular month to visit Perth. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in February.
Before locking in your Nairobi to PER plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Perth, with temperatures ranging from 63ºF to 95ºF.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Nairobi to Perth Airport in August when temperatures are between 46ºF and 68ºF.
More about Perth
Start your Perth trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Nairobi to Perth Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Cottesloe Beach, Kings Park Observation Tower and City Beach are major attractions which should be on any good Perth itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
You've done Perth, now it's time to explore more of Australia. Travel about 100 miles south to Bunbury to tick off its popular sights. From Koombana Bay to Dolphin Cove and Leschenault Peninsula Conservation Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Busselton is another essential stop in Australia and is around 120 miles south of Perth. No trip is complete without visiting Underwater Observatory, Abbey Beach and Busselton Jetty.
