What is the cheapest way to get from Nairobi to Istanbul?

The cheapest way to get from Nairobi to Istanbul is to bus and fly which costs 11.000 ₺ - 17.000 ₺ and takes 11h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nairobi to Istanbul?

The fastest way to get from Nairobi to Istanbul is to bus and fly which takes 11h 50m and costs 11.000 ₺ - 17.000 ₺.

How far is it from Nairobi to Istanbul?

The distance between Nairobi and Istanbul is 4895 km. The road distance is 6547 km.

How long does it take to get from Nairobi to Istanbul?

It takes approximately 11h 50m to get from Nairobi to Istanbul, including transfers.

Can I drive from Nairobi to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairobi to Istanbul is 6547 km. It takes approximately 3 days 17h to drive from Nairobi to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4533+ hotels available in Istanbul.

Nairobi to Istanbul - 5 ways to travel via bus, plane, car, shuttle, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Nairobi to Istanbul by bus, plane, car, shuttle, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus to Nairobi, fly to Istanbul, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kencom/Ambassadeur to JKIA - Passenger Boarding
2. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Istanbul (IST)NBO - IST
3. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Otogari
11h 50m
₺11,168–16,272
Bus to Nairobi, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kencom/Ambassadeur to JKIA - Passenger Boarding
2. Fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)NBO - SAW
12h 52m
₺8,551–26,073
Drive 6,547 km
1. Drive from Nairobi to Istanbul6,547 km
3d 17h
₺32,705–47,240
Fly Nairobi Wilson Airport to Istanbul, bus
1. Fly from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Istanbul (IST)WIL - IST
2. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Otogari
24h 31m
₺10,898–33,804
Shuttle, taxi to Kilimanjaro International Airport, fly to Istanbul, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Nairobi to Arusha
2. Take the taxi from Arusha to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
3. Fly from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) to Istanbul (IST)JRO - IST
4. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Otogari
16h 36m
₺19,893–28,237

Nairobi (NBO) to Istanbul (IST) flights

26Weekly Planes

9h 44mAverage Duration

₺9,070Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Nairobi to Istanbul.

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Distance: 4,894.7 km
Duration: 11h 50m

What companies run services between Nairobi, Kenya and Istanbul, Turkey?

There is no direct connection from Nairobi to Istanbul. However, you can take the bus to JKIA - Passenger Boarding, walk to Nairobi (NBO) airport, fly to Istanbul (IST), walk to Istanbul Airport Bus, then take the bus to Istanbul Otogari. Alternatively, you can drive from Nairobi to Istanbul in around 3d 17h.

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