All Direct Transfer Routes From Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
NBO
18 min
Nairobi Central Business District (CBD) and the lively expat/dining hub of Westlands are located 15–20 km northwest of Jomo Kenyatta Airport. Thanks to the elevated Nairobi Expressway, travel times have been slashed from 2 hours to just 18-25 minutes. An Uber, Bolt, or official Kenatco taxi using the Expressway costs 1,200 - 1,800 KES (~$9.00 - $14.00 USD) including the small toll fee.
Terminals & Station Layout
Terminal 1 is divided into sub-terminals (1A, 1B, 1C for international departures/arrivals, 1D for domestic Kenya Airways, 1E for international arrivals). Terminal 2 serves low-cost regional carriers.
Taxi Rules & Scams to Avoid
Ignore aggressive touts at the exit gates. Use the official airport yellow taxis (*Kenatco*) with fixed rates, or order an Uber/Bolt using the airport's free Wi-Fi.
Late-Night Arrivals (After Midnight)
The Nairobi Expressway operates 24/7 and completely bypasses notorious Mombasa Road traffic jams day or night.
STRESS-FREE DOOR-TO-DOOR OPTION
Prefer a Driver Waiting at Nairobi (NBO) Arrivals?
Traveling with heavy suitcases, young children, or landing after midnight? Pre-book a fixed-price private airport transfer or express rail pass on Klook with instant confirmation and no meter haggling.
ARRIVAL CONNECTIVITY & RIDE-HAILING TIP
Need Mobile Data at the Terminal for Uber / Bolt / Little & Maps?
Airport Wi-Fi often drops outside the terminal curb where Uber / Bolt / Little pickup zones are located. Install a local eSIM before your flight so you can order a ride, translate station signs, and show digital train QR tickets immediately after landing.