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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport:

• Earliest: departs at 12:55 am and lands at 7:53 am
• Latest: departs at 4:50 am and lands at 11:48 am.

The flight takes about 6h 58m.

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport.

A direct flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport takes 6h 58m, covering 7,734 km.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Round-trip flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport range from C$ 650 to C$ 950, with an average of C$ 779 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 650 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 13% above the C$ 779 route average. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 601 round-trip via Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED), compared to C$ 1,066 for direct.

Turkish Airlines is the only airline operating Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport flights. 73% of its flights are on time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 57–C$ 140 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A330-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

Night is the busiest departure period on Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Evening flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 613 to C$ 5,248. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 1,008, which is 84% above the typical average for this route.

Istanbul Airport (IST) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 57 for economy cars. Top options include:

• CIRCULAR
• Avec Car Rental
• Ok Mobility
• Alamo
• Autounion Car Rental

Flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport usually depart from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) and arrive at Istanbul (IST).

Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport route, 27% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 3h 31m.

One-stop flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport most commonly connect through:

• Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED) – 57% of one-stop connections
• Dubai Intl (DXB) – 16% of one-stop connections
• Sharjah (SHJ) – 9% of one-stop connections
• Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 6% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport. Friday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 692 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at C$ 824, a difference of C$ 131.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only Turkish Airlines operates flights between Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport and Istanbul Airport.

Flying via Cairo (CAI) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 32m, compared with 11h 06m via Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED) and 11h 27m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

Some of the most popular sights in Istanbul Airport are Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii, and Kapaliçarşi. These are among the most viewed places in Istanbul Airport on KAYAK.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Turkish Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Taxis are available 24/7 outside of the terminal at IST and are a convenient way to reach the city center. Alternatively, you can take the Havatas bus service that operates between the airport and Taksim Square. Buses run at regular intervals and cost around ₺103 ($4.35). Another option is the Istanbul Metro network, which is extensive and connects the airport to the city center. However, it can be crowded during peak hours.

The luggage allowance on Turkish Airlines flights from Nairobi to Istanbul may vary depending on the fare class, but generally, Economy Class passengers are allowed one piece of cabin baggage with a maximum weight of 17 lbs, as well as one personal item such as a purse or laptop bag. The checked baggage allowance varies depending on the flight route and fare class, but may range from 40 lbs to 65 lbs in Economy Class and 65 lbs to 90 lbs in Business Class, per checked bag.

Saudia Airlines offers a range of services to its Business Class passengers on flights from Nairobi to Istanbul. These include comfortable Super Diamond seats, priority boarding, excess baggage allowance, and access to the airline's special lounges. Specially designed meals and a range of complimentary beverages and snacks are also available to Business Class passengers during flights.

Air Arabia offers seat selection options to its passengers on its flights from Nairobi to Istanbul, including the ability to select seats with extra legroom and to choose between window and aisle seats. Passengers can reserve their preferred seat during the booking process or at any time before the flight. The airline charges a fee for seat selection, and prices vary depending on the level of comfort and seat location.