Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
About Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Overview
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits roughly 15 kilometres southeast of Nairobi's city centre, in Kenya's Nairobi County. It serves as East Africa's primary international gateway and a major continental hub, handling connections between Africa, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. The airport was established during the colonial era and later renamed in honour of Kenya's founding president.
Terminals & Runways
The airport operates two main passenger terminals: the older Unit Terminal handling most international traffic and the newer Terminal 1A, which expanded capacity significantly following a 2013 fire that damaged parts of the original structure. Two runways serve the airfield, oriented to accommodate the region's prevailing winds. The airport operates around the clock without a curfew.
Airlines
Kenya Airways is the principal hub carrier, using Nairobi as its main base for pan-African and long-haul routes. Ethiopian Airlines and RwandAir treat the airport as a focus city. Major international operators including Emirates, Qatar Airways, British Airways, and KLM maintain regular services, reinforcing the airport's role as a key connecting node across the continent.
Airlines flying from NBO
4 carriersTop routes from NBO
1 routeOther airports in Kenya
FAQ
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport — frequently asked questions
- Where is Jomo Kenyatta International Airport?
- Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is located in Nairobi, Kenya (Africa), at coordinates -1.320°, 36.930°.
- What is the airport code for Jomo Kenyatta International Airport?
- Its IATA code is NBO and its ICAO code is HKJK.
- What time zone is NBO in?
- Jomo Kenyatta International Airport operates on Africa/Nairobi local time.
- Which airlines fly from NBO?
- Carriers tracked on routes from NBO include ASL Airlines Ireland, Kenya Airways, Lufthansa and Precision Air.
- Where can you fly from NBO?
- Tracked destinations from NBO include Dar Es Salaam.