# NBO — Jomo Kenyatta International Airport > Machine-readable reference for NBO. Single-airport scope. Re-fetch when content_generated_at changes. Canonical: https://airport.flights/airport/nbo HTML page: https://airport.flights/airport/nbo Markdown alt: https://airport.flights/airport/nbo.md JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/NBO.json (includes live arrivals + weather) Sitemap: https://airport.flights/sitemap-airports.xml Last refreshed: 2026-06-05T03:49:17.392+00:00 --- ## Identity - Name: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport - IATA: NBO - ICAO: HKJK - City: Nairobi - Country: KE (KE) - Timezone: Africa/Nairobi - Distance from city: 18 km (11 mi) southeast of Nairobi city centre - Runways: 1 - Terminals: 2 - Annual passengers: 9,000,000+ - Hub for: Kenya Airways - Official website: https://www.kaa.go.ke/airports/our-airports/jkia/ ## Overview Welcome Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi isn't your typical sprawling mega-hub. Instead, it's built around a few compact, walkable international piers that seamlessly connect its two main terminals, 1 and 2. The real value lies within the airside ecosystem, a haven for travelers seeking efficient transfers, lounge comforts, and dependable dining options like Tembo Restaurant, rather than in the landside areas. At a glance Situated 18 kilometers southeast of Nairobi's city center, the airport handles over 9 million passengers yearly with its single runway and acts as a hub for Kenya Airways. Terminal 1 accommodates airlines like British Airways, while Terminal 2 caters to carriers such as RwandAir and Air Mauritius. This layout balances functionality with ease of movement, making it a practical touchpoint for regional and international travelers alike. Terminals & layout Terminal 1 spans several sub-terminals (1A, 1B, 1C, 1D, 1E) providing a seamless experience for airlines like Kenya Airways and British Airways, while the newer Terminal 2 supports RwandAir and Air Mauritius. Terminal 1A is particularly beneficial for Kenya Airways passengers, given its concentra… ## Terminals (3) - **Terminal 1 (including 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D, 1E)** — airlines: Kenya Airways, British Airways URL: https://airport.flights/airport/nbo/terminals/1 - **Terminal 2** — airlines: RwandAir, Air Mauritius URL: https://airport.flights/airport/nbo/terminals/2 - **Terminal 1** — 1A,1B,1C,1D,1E concourses · airlines: Kenya Airways, Turkish Airlines, Swissport-served carriers URL: https://airport.flights/airport/nbo/terminals/terminal-1 ## Dining (6) - **Karibu Cafe** — Terminal 1 · Cafe · Quick service · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/nbo/restaurants/karibu-cafe - **Kenchic Inn** — Terminal 1 · Fast food · Casual · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/nbo/restaurants/kenchic-inn - **Kwaheri Snack Bar** — Terminal 1 · Snack bar · Quick service · $ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/nbo/restaurants/kwaheri-snack-bar - **Safari Coffee Shop** — Terminal 1 · Coffee shop · Quick service · $ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/nbo/restaurants/safari-coffee-shop - **Tembo Restaurant** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/nbo/restaurants/tembo-restaurant - **The Pub** — Terminal 1 · Bar · Casual · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/nbo/restaurants/the-pub ## Lounges (11) - **Aspire Lounge** — Terminal 1B · access: Priority Pass, Day pass · 24 hours URL: https://airport.flights/airport/nbo/lounges/aspire-lounge - **Kenya Airways Pride Lounge** — 1A · access: Terminal 1A, airline lounge · day pass: $40 for 4h; $70 for 6h; $100 for 8h · 24 hours URL: https://airport.flights/airport/nbo/lounges/kenya-airways-pride-lounge - **Kenya Airways Simba Lounge** — 1A · access: Terminal 1A, airline lounge · day pass: 24 hours for J and elites · 05:00-24:00 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/nbo/lounges/kenya-airways-simba-lounge - **Mara Lounge** — Terminal 2 · access: Lounge membership programs, Prepaid lounge pass · 24 hours URL: https://airport.flights/airport/nbo/lounges/mara-lounge - **Mount Kenya Lounge** — Terminal 2 · access: Lounge membership programs, Prepaid lounge pass · 24 hours URL: https://airport.flights/airport/nbo/lounges/mount-kenya-lounge - **Plaza Premium Lounge** — Terminal 1D · access: Priority Pass, Day pass · 24 hours URL: https://airport.flights/airport/nbo/lounges/plaza-premium-lounge - **Pride Lounge** — Terminal 1A · access: Day pass $70, Priority Pass · day pass: $70 · 24 hours URL: https://airport.flights/airport/nbo/lounges/pride-lounge - **Simba Lounge** — Terminal 1A · access: Pay at the door · 5:00AM - 12:00AM URL: https://airport.flights/airport/nbo/lounges/simba-lounge - **Swissport Aspire Lounge** — access: Terminal 1B, independent lounge URL: https://airport.flights/airport/nbo/lounges/swissport-aspire-lounge - **Turkish Airlines Lounge** — access: Terminal 1E, airline lounge · day pass: available URL: https://airport.flights/airport/nbo/lounges/turkish-airlines-lounge - **Turkish Airlines Star Alliance Lounge** — Terminal 1E · access: Star Alliance Gold, Day pass · 24 hours URL: https://airport.flights/airport/nbo/lounges/turkish-airlines-star-alliance-lounge ## Shops (5) - **Duty Free** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/nbo/shops/duty-free - **Gift Shop** — Terminal 1 · Gifts & souvenirs URL: https://airport.flights/airport/nbo/shops/gift-shop - **Newsstand** — Terminal 1 · Books & news URL: https://airport.flights/airport/nbo/shops/newsstand - **Pharmacy** — Terminal 1 · Pharmacy URL: https://airport.flights/airport/nbo/shops/pharmacy - **Travel Essentials** — Terminal 1 · Convenience URL: https://airport.flights/airport/nbo/shops/travel-essentials ## Parking (4) - **Long Stay Parking** — Surface lot · Near the terminal complex URL: https://airport.flights/airport/nbo/parking/long-stay-parking - **Parking Reservations** — Surface lot · Airport parking area URL: https://airport.flights/airport/nbo/parking/parking-reservations - **Premium Parking** — Surface lot · Near the terminal complex URL: https://airport.flights/airport/nbo/parking/premium-parking - **Short Stay Parking** — Surface lot · At the terminal URL: https://airport.flights/airport/nbo/parking/short-stay-parking ## Ground transport (3) - **Bus** — Bus · About 30-60 min to downtown Nairobi · $1-3 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/nbo/transport/bus - **Shuttle** — Shuttle · About 20-45 min to nearby hotels and city points · $5-20 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/nbo/transport/shuttle - **Taxi** — Taxi · About 25-40 min to downtown Nairobi · $10-25 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/nbo/transport/taxi ## Insider tips - _Insider_: If you have a terminal connection but plan to stay airside, many find walking to be quicker given how closely situated Terminals 1 and 2 are. - _Time_: Terminal 1B/1C's recent renovations make it the quickest for retail and lounge experiences, recommend checking in here if possible. - _Money_: For lounge access without airline membership, head to the Aspire Lounge in Terminal 1B; it’s frequently highlighted for its independence and functionality. - _Local_: Dining can vary by terminal, so for a recognized meal option, visit Tembo Restaurant in Terminal 1A or 1B before proceeding to your gate. - _Avoid_: Seeking domestic check-in counters in international terminals is a common mistake; if flying Jambojet, go directly to Terminal 1D. - _Quiet_: For a quieter lounge experience, the Kenya Airways Pride Lounge near Gate 17 in Terminal 1A offers a less crowded atmosphere than others. - _Insider_: There's no landside shuttle; any inter-terminal movement should be planned on foot once inside the secure area at JKIA. --- ## Live data Live arrivals, departures, and weather are not in this static reference. Fetch: - https://airport.flights/api/airport/NBO.json — JSON with current live boards + weather (12h cache) - https://airport.flights/airport/nbo/arrivals — HTML page with live arrivals - https://airport.flights/airport/nbo/departures — HTML page with live departures