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Quick Flight Summary from Nairobi to Manchester

Lowest recent price
£340
Direct flight duration 12 hour 10 min
Arrival airports MAN / QQM
Best days to book Friday, Wednesday
Average over the last 30 days
£327

Cheapest flights from Nairobi to Manchester

Shortest Flight

Saudi Arabian Airlines

12 Nov, Thu

Nairobi – Manchester

12h 10m

1 stop

NBO–MAN

£340

Etihad Airways

19 Nov, Thu

Nairobi – Manchester

1d 7h 25m

1 stop

NBO–MAN

£408

Turkish Airlines

29 Oct, Thu

Nairobi – Manchester

14h 25m

1 stop

NBO–MAN

£483

Last update: 22 October 2026 00:37

Estimated Prices for Nairobi to Manchester Flights

Cheapest Day12 November Thursday

Best Price

£340

Average Price

£410

£483

£340

£483

29Thu

Oct

£340

12Thu

Nov

£408

19Thu

Key Features of the Airlines

Best LCC Middle East
Flexible Rebooking
Wide Domestic Network

Lowest Fares
Hajj & Umrah Specialist
Easy Mobile Booking

Star Alliance Member
Complimentary Meals
2x23kg Baggage

Full Service with Meals
23kg Free Baggage
SkyTeam Member

Turkey's LCC Leader
Digital-First Airline
Wide Turkish Network

Information compiled by AI. For the most up-to-date information, contact the airline.

Transportation to Airport from Nairobi City Center

Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport

You can reach the airport from Nairobi city center by taxi or the airport shuttle service that is provided by your hotel. There are the minibuses called 'matatu' and the buses for the passengers who prefer public transportation. Renting a car is another transportation alternative you can prefer. You should keep in mind that the traffic in the city is particularly dense during the day, and you should set out early no matter which means of transportation you prefer.

Bus

You can get on the bus number 34 departing from the city center to reach the airport. Ticket price only costs 50 KES and your journey takes about 40 minutes.

Hotel Shuttle Services

Hotel shuttle services offered by the hotels are one of the most comfortable transportation alternatives if you don’t want to lose time with renting a car because it is necessary to bargain with taxi drivers and means of public transportation are troublesome. If your hotel provides this service, you need to contact your hotel in advance and make a reservation to take advantage of this service.

Taxi

Taking a taxi is generally a frequently preferred transportation option in the city. However, you should remember that you need to bargain for taxi fare. If you are going to take a taxi to reach the airport, you can ask your hotel to help you with this, so you can travel by a trusted and safer taxi. You can reach the airport in about half an hour by taking a taxi.

Matatu

In addition to the buses, matatu option is also available for those who prefer public transportation. You can reach the airport by these minibuses that are quite cheap, but you should keep in mind that you might have difficulty if you have lots of luggage because matatu minibuses are very crowded and the drivers usually drive fast and carelessly.

Rent a car

You can find the offices of many car rental companies in the city center. You need to drive straight through the A101 Mombasa road to reach the airport. If you are going to rent a car only to reach the airport, you can rent a car with a driver or you can rent a car from a company that has an office at the airport.

You should keep in mind that the traffic flows on the left side and the traffic rules are not very effective. You should also remember that the traffic is extremely heavy at certain times before deciding on the time you will leave.

Transportation to Manchester City Center from Airport

Manchester Airport

Manchester Airport was ranked the 3^rd busiest airport in the UK, in terms of passenger traffic, in 2015. It is a major international airport operating both domestic and international flights out of 3 passenger terminals. The airport offers a range of services aimed at meeting passengers’ pre-flight and post-flight needs.

There are a variety of transportation alternatives to get to the city center from Manchester Airport, including taxi, bus, train, tram, bicycle, and rental car. The airport is located 15 km from the city center, so any method you choose will be a convenient and quick option.

Taxi

Taking a taxi from the airport to the city center is quite convenient and fast. Taxis are readily available outside of the terminal exits once you land. A taxi to the city center from the airport should take less than 30 minutes, under normal traffic conditions, and cost around 20-30 pounds. The airport also features private hire taxis through the company Arrow Cars. This service can accommodate up to 8 passengers and provides comfortable and reliable transportation to the city.

Bus

Another transportation alternative to get to the city center from Manchester Airport is by bus. Buses depart from The Station, Manchester Airport’s ground transport interchange. Buses are an affordable and convenient way to get to the city. There are 9 different bus routes that operate between the airport and the city. The bus you need to take will depend on your destination in the city.

Train

Trains are another affordable and convenient method of transportation to get to the city from the airport. Trains depart from the Manchester Airport railway station, which is located at The Station. Trains operate every day of the week and run every 10 minutes. A train from the airport to the city center takes about 20 minutes.

Tram

There is a Metrolink station at the airport for those who want to take the tram to the city center. The tram is accessible from The Station and provides convenient transportation to the city. Trams operates every day of the week and run every 12-15 minutes and provide comfortable transportation to many parts of the city.

Bicycle

Manchester Airport places great emphasis on the use of bicycles as an environmentally friendly transportation alternative. There are designated bike paths between the airport and the city center and special parking areas for bicycles at the airport. Thanks to these paths and cycle bays passengers can ride their bikes to and from the airport.

Rental Car

Another transportation alternative to get to the city is by rental car. Renting a car is also a great way to get around in the city and explore the surrounding areas during your trip. There are various rental car offices located at the airport. Since the airport is located 15 km away, you can enjoy a comfortable drive to the city center. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Avis, Europcar, Enterprise, Hertz and Sixt.

Manchester Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Today

Thursday

22 Oct

Rain

11°7°

Friday

23 Oct

Rain

11°8°

Saturday

24 Oct

Rain

14°8°

Sunday

25 Oct

Clear

11°9°

Monday

26 Oct

Rain

17°8°

Flights with Alternative Departure Locations Nairobi Manchester

More Information About Manchester

Manchester Airport

Manchester Piccadilly station Railway Station

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Wingie offer the cheapest Nairobi-Manchester flights?

When you search for Nairobi-Manchester flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Nairobi-Manchester flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.

Which airports can I use for Nairobi-Manchester flights?

For Nairobi-Manchester flights, you can use Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport, Wilson Airport as departure airport, and Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly station Railway Station for arrival.

How many kilometers is the flight distance from Nairobi-Manchester and how long does the flight take?

The flight distance between Nairobi-Manchester is 7076 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 8 hour 50 minutes.

Which day is the most convenient for Nairobi-Manchester flights?

When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Nairobi-Manchester flights is Wednesday.

Which airlines offer direct flights between Nairobi-Manchester?

Saudi Arabian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Turkish Airlines, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines organizes direct flights between Nairobi-Manchester.

Nairobi-Manchester: which airline is better value on this route?

On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Saudi Arabian Airlines starts from approximately £324.

Airline	Price	Standard inclusions
Qatar Airways	£436	Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 2 pieces X 23 kg checked baggage / Complimentary Refreshments
Saudi Arabian Airlines	£324	Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece checked baggage
Gulf Air	£410	Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / 1 piece X 6 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 35 kg checked baggage / Complimentary Refreshments
Turkish Airlines	£462	Paid Change / Partial Refund / 1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 46 kg checked baggage / Complimentary Refreshments
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines	£564	Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / 1 piece cabin baggage / 1 piece checked baggage
Etihad Airways	£407	No changes allowed / No Refund / 1 piece handbag / Complimentary Refreshments