Nairobi Airport Transfer (NBO)

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (IATA: NBO) is East Africa's busiest airport, handling over 8 million passengers annually. Terminal 1A handles international arrivals from Europe, the Middle East, and Asia; Terminal 1B handles regional and domestic traffic. The Nairobi Expressway connects the airport directly to Westlands — the most significant infrastructure improvement for airport transfers in Kenya's history, reducing peak-hour journey times by up to 60 minutes. A LocalsRide driver meets you inside the arrivals hall with a name sign before you reach the taxi rank or Uber pickup zone.

NBO Terminal and Transfer Guide

International arrivals: Terminal 1A, ground floor. Regional and domestic: Terminal 1B. Wilson Airport (bush flights, domestic): 12 km from NBO — a separate airport. Specify at booking whether you are arriving at NBO or Wilson. The Expressway toll (approximately KES 300–500) is included in the LocalsRide fare.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does my driver meet me at Nairobi Airport?

Your LocalsRide driver meets you inside the arrivals hall at Terminal 1A (international) or Terminal 1B (regional/domestic) with a sign showing your name. Do not proceed to the kerbside taxi area — wait inside the hall until you have located your driver. If you cannot find your driver, use the LocalsRide contact number provided at booking.

Is there a fast route from Nairobi Airport to the city?

Yes — the Nairobi Expressway provides a direct, tolled, largely congestion-free route from the airport to Westlands and the Mlolongo interchange. Journey time to Westlands or the CBD is 20–35 minutes at any time of day, compared to 45–90 minutes on the old Airport Road via Mombasa Road through Industrial Area. All LocalsRide transfers use the Expressway.