Nairobi to Lamu

Nairobi to Lamu

Nairobi
Lamu
Wed, May 15
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$66
 
 
$131

Other Options

Nairobi to Lamu Schedule

Nairobi to Lamu Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Daytrip Standard 3pax Any timeKES 91,889
Hahn Air Technologies Economy #X1526209:00 - 10:20KES 17,131
Skyward Express Economy #OW35010:00 - 12:10KES 14,269
Skyward Express Economy #OW30814:30 - 16:20KES 11,428
Jambojet Economy 17:35 - 16:15KES 26,732

Transportation from Nairobi to Lamu

Facts about the transport from Nairobi to Lamu

Cheapest Transport$66
Fastest Transport1h 20m
Earliest Departure9:00 AM
Latest Departure11:30 AM
Departures per day3
Distance472 kilometers
Transport CompaniesDaytrip, Hahn Air Technologies, Jambojet, Skyward Express

How to get from Nairobi to Lamu

When you want to get from Nairobi to Lamu, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Taxi ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 130.77. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a flight as a flight ticket costs as low as USD 65.94.

How far is Nairobi from Lamu?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Nairobi to Lamu. Your trip will be a total of 294 miles (472 km). The flying distance is 705 miles (1134 km).

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

The travel time from Nairobi to Lamu can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 10 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Nairobi to Lamu?

The cost of the trip from Nairobi to Lamu varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Jambojet: travelling by flight expect to pay as low as USD 65.94 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 130.77.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Nairobi to Lamu:

  • Plane tickets - USD 65.94 to USD 130.77;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 695.78 to USD 695.78.

How many trips per day are there between Nairobi and Lamu?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Flights from Nairobi to Lamu depart during the day - there are approximately 3 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Nairobi to Lamu. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 65.94.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Nairobi to Lamu

Hahn Air Technologies, Jambojet, Skyward Express

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Nairobi to Lamu. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 695.78.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator..

The most popular transport from Nairobi to Lamu

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Nairobi to Lamu? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% users took a plane.