Flying from Nairobi to Felix Houphouet-Boigny d'Abidjan Intl Airport (ABJ): What you need to know
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is Nairobi's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Nairobi to Felix Houphouet-Boigny d'Abidjan Intl Airport (ABJ) jetting off from here.
Around 6 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Nairobi to Felix Houphouet-Boigny d'Abidjan Intl Airport flight.
Abidjan is three hours behind Nairobi. Felix Houphouet-Boigny d'Abidjan Intl Airport is located in Abidjan, which follows the UTC+0 timezone.
The busiest route is from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Felix Houphouet-Boigny d'Abidjan Intl Airport (ABJ). You can choose from 3 direct services each week. Kenya Airways operates a 8:15am departure between NBO and ABJ.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Nairobi to ABJ.
Travelling during a popular month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Nairobi
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Nairobi to Felix Houphouet-Boigny d'Abidjan Intl Airport (ABJ) operate out of this terminal.
Kenya Airways is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Nairobi to Felix Houphouet-Boigny d'Abidjan Intl Airport taking off from NBO.
Most passengers choose to book seats with Kenya Airways between NBO and ABJ.
Kenya Airways is the most consistent performer for punctuality on this route.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Nairobi to ABJ. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these airports:
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Accra Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
NBO is around 18 kilometres from central Nairobi. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Nairobi to Felix Houphouet-Boigny d'Abidjan Intl Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these hotels close to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport:
67% of flights that leave from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport reach their destination on time.
Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)
WIL is about 10 kilometres from central Nairobi. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 35 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Nairobi Wilson Airport the day before your Nairobi to ABJ flight:
About Felix Houphouet-Boigny d'Abidjan Intl Airport (ABJ)
Consider booking a hotel near ABJ if you have a late flight from Nairobi to Felix Houphouet-Boigny d'Abidjan Intl Airport. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
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For the best deal, book your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Nairobi to Felix Houphouet-Boigny d'Abidjan Intl Airport flight.
Getting from Felix Houphouet-Boigny d'Abidjan Intl Airport (ABJ) to central Abidjan
Central Abidjan is around 16 kilometres from Felix Houphouet-Boigny d'Abidjan Intl Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It typically takes 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Felix Houphouet-Boigny d'Abidjan Intl Airport (ABJ)
At the moment, $512 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Felix Houphouet-Boigny d'Abidjan Intl Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $784. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book three months before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Nairobi to ABJ.
August is when you're most likely to land a good deal on a Nairobi to Felix Houphouet-Boigny d'Abidjan Intl Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Nairobi to Felix Houphouet-Boigny d'Abidjan Intl Airport (ABJ)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Nairobi to Felix Houphouet-Boigny d'Abidjan Intl Airport (ABJ). April is the busiest month to travel to Abidjan. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in October.
Before locking in your Nairobi to ABJ plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. April is the warmest month in Abidjan, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
August sees temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Nairobi to Felix Houphouet-Boigny d'Abidjan Intl Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Abidjan
Start your Abidjan trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Nairobi to Felix Houphouet-Boigny d'Abidjan Intl Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
There are loads of things to do in Abidjan when you're ready to see the sights. Kick off your itinerary at Grande Mosquée de la Riviera Palmeraie followed by Plage de Lido and Côte d'ivoire abidjan.
Explore more of Ivory Coast
You've done Abidjan, now it's time to discover more of Ivory Coast. Journey about 290 kilometres northwest to Bouake to check off its leading sights. From Mosquée Issa Keïta to Cathedral Saint Michel and Great Mosque in Dar Es Salaam, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Ivory Coast, head for Divo, roughly 177 kilometres west of Abidjan. Bouaké, Divo, Carrefour mauritanien and Carrefour Dosso, Dougako are among its highlights.
