Travelling from Nairobi to Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH): What you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll leave from in Nairobi. Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Nairobi to Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH) departing from here.
Hop on a direct Nairobi to Doha Hamad International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 5 hours 5 minutes.
Doha (where Doha Hamad International Airport is located) and Nairobi share the UTC+3 timezone. You'll have no time difference to factor in for your trip.
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH) is the most popular route. There are 21 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, hop on the last flight with Qatar Airways at 6:10pm. Opt for the first NBO to DOH departure operated by Qatar Airways at 1:20am if you'd rather get a move on.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Nairobi to DOH. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Nairobi
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
You can find a direct flight from Nairobi to Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH) leaving from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO).
When taking off from NBO, you can take a direct flight from Nairobi to Doha Hamad International Airport with Qatar Airways.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between NBO and DOH is Qatar Airways.
With 69.74% of its services arriving as scheduled, Qatar Airways is the leading performer for punctuality on this route.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Nairobi to DOH departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
Entebbe International Airport (EBB)
Located around 18 kilometres from the centre of Nairobi, NBO can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Have an early flight from Nairobi to Doha Hamad International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels close to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport:
When it comes to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport's on-time performance, 62% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)
On public transport, you can travel from central Nairobi to WIL in around 35 minutes. The airport is roughly 10 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Nairobi Wilson Airport the day before your Nairobi to DOH flight:
72% of flights taking off from Nairobi Wilson Airport make it to their destination as expected.
About Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Reserve a hotel near DOH if you have a late flight from Nairobi to Doha Hamad International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride around one week ahead of your Nairobi to Doha Hamad International Airport flight.
Getting from Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH) to central Doha
Doha Hamad International Airport is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Doha. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
$491 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Doha Hamad International Airport. A return flight starts from $772. These prices can change based on demand.
Snap up cheap flights from Nairobi to DOH by booking three months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
August is when you're most likely to land a bargain on a Nairobi to Doha Hamad International Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from Nairobi to Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
May is the quietest month for flights from Nairobi to Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH), while January is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Doha based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Doha is July, with temperatures ranging between 31ºC and 42ºC. Lock in your Nairobi to DOH plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January has temperatures of between 14ºC and 23ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Nairobi to Doha Hamad International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Doha
Start your Doha trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Nairobi to Doha Hamad International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Museum of Islamic Art, Souq waqif and Souq Waqif are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Doha itinerary.