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NBO Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (IATA: NBO, ICAO:HKJK) is located in the the city of Nairobi, Kenya. It is the primary international airport serving Nairobi and its surrounding metropolitan area. Phone Number :+254-020-6822111

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IATA Code

NBO

ICAO Code

HKJK

Name

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

Type

Main Airport

Country / Region

Kenya (KE)

City

Nairobi

Latitude

-1.3192400

Longitude

36.9277992

Time Zone

UTC+03:00

Phone Number

+254-020-6822111

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Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) Overview

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is Kenya’s principal international gateway and an important East African air logistics hub serving Nairobi, the country’s commercial centre. The airport is located in the Embakasi area, approximately 18 kilometres southeast of central Nairobi, with road access from the A109/Mombasa Road corridor. Its international network supports cargo connections through Nairobi and onward interline or regional transfers, while the airport’s location provides access to Kenya’s manufacturing, retail, agricultural and humanitarian-logistics markets. For cargo, our service team treats Jomo Kenyatta International Airport as a scheduled international gateway rather than a cargo-only airport: available uplift, aircraft type, cargo acceptance and transfer arrangements must be confirmed against the selected airline and shipment profile.

Airport	Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Codes	IATA: NBO \| ICAO: HKJK
Location	Nairobi, Kenya; approximately 18 km southeast of the central business district
Coordinates	Latitude -1.3192400; longitude 36.9277992
Local time	UTC+03:00
Airport contact	+254-020-6822111

Key Logistics Highlights

International gateway

Our team uses Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for Kenya-bound cargo and for planned East African connections, subject to airline routing and transfer confirmation.

Strong perishables profile

Kenya’s agricultural export base makes flowers, fresh produce and other temperature-sensitive commodities important planning categories; acceptance depends on packaging, season, carrier and handling capacity.

Road-dependent access

Airport collection and delivery schedules are affected by Nairobi traffic and the A109/Mombasa Road approach, so our team builds a realistic vehicle buffer into the booking plan.

Hub-and-spoke routing

Shipments may move on direct, regional or international connecting services. We compare routing, connection risk, cut-off requirements and cargo compatibility before confirming uplift.

Document-sensitive handling

Commercial invoices, packing lists, airway bill data, permits and commodity-specific certificates must align before cargo is presented to the airline or customs process.

Cargo Facilities & Services

International cargo acceptance: Our service team coordinates airline or handling-agent acceptance for general cargo, subject to the carrier’s commodity, size, weight and documentation rules.
Perishable and temperature-sensitive cargo: Cool-chain arrangements may be available through the relevant cargo handler or airline. We request confirmation of acceptance windows, storage conditions, pre-cooling, ULD requirements and transfer exposure before booking.
Dangerous goods: Dangerous-goods acceptance is carrier- and facility-dependent. We arrange review of the shipper’s declaration, packing instruction, labels, marks, SDS and airway-bill data before cargo delivery.
Customs-controlled handling: Import, export and transit shipments are processed through the applicable Kenyan customs and airport procedures. Our team coordinates broker instructions, customs documents and inspection responses; bonded or temporary-storage treatment must be confirmed for the specific movement.
Screening and build-up: Cargo is subject to aviation-security screening and airline handling procedures. Late delivery, non-standard dimensions or incomplete marks can result in re-screening, rebooking or missed uplift.

Facility names, operating hours, storage availability, service levels and handling charges can change. We verify the active handler, airline acceptance point and cargo-ready deadline for each booking instead of assuming airport-wide availability.

Routes & Transit Planning

International flows: Our team commonly evaluates connections through major European, Middle Eastern, African and Asian gateways, depending on the origin, destination, airline network and available capacity.
Regional distribution: Nairobi can support onward East African planning, but each connection requires confirmation of interline compatibility, transfer handling, customs status and local delivery arrangements.
Airline selection: The practical choice is driven by commodity acceptance, aircraft capacity, connection points, temperature-control capability, dangerous-goods policy and final-destination documentation—not by schedule alone.
Transit expectation: We quote transit as an operational estimate only after checking flight availability, cut-off times, connection buffers, customs requirements and road delivery conditions. No fixed transit time should be assumed before booking confirmation.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Nairobi and central Kenya

The airport serves Nairobi’s commercial, industrial, retail, technology, diplomatic and humanitarian supply chains, with road distribution to surrounding counties.

Perishables and horticulture

Cut flowers, fresh produce and other agricultural products require pre-alerts, export documentation, suitable packaging, rapid acceptance and controlled handling where applicable.

General commercial cargo

Typical bookings may include electronics, machinery parts, automotive components, garments, samples, consumer goods and urgent industrial spares, subject to airline acceptance.

Healthcare and relief supplies

Medical products, laboratory materials and relief cargo need commodity-specific permits, temperature instructions, security controls and consignee readiness before uplift.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off control: Airline cargo cut-offs differ by carrier, flight, commodity and handling facility. Our team obtains the confirmed cargo-ready deadline and schedules delivery with allowance for Nairobi road congestion, screening and queue time.
Dangerous goods and batteries: Lithium batteries, chemicals, aerosols, gases and other regulated articles require correct classification and preparation under the applicable IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations and carrier rules. Misdeclaration can cause rejection or regulatory action.
Perishable, pharmaceutical and live-animal cargo: We require advance commodity details, handling instructions, permits and consignee readiness. Temperature range, packaging duration, veterinary or health certificates and acceptance windows must be confirmed before dispatch.
Customs and collection: Importers should prepare the commercial invoice, packing list, airway bill information, permits and any required origin or conformity documents. Customs examination, duty assessment, release timing and delivery authorization remain shipment-specific.

Practical Shipping Tips

Send our service team the commodity description, HS code, dimensions, gross weight, package count, cargo value, origin, destination and ready date before requesting a firm routing.
For flowers, produce, pharmaceuticals or other sensitive cargo, confirm the required temperature range, packaging endurance, pre-cooling plan, handling labels, permits and consignee receiving hours in advance.
Use packaging that withstands airport screening, ULD build-up and multiple handling points. Oversized, fragile or irregular cargo should be pre-approved with the airline before delivery to the cargo facility.
Keep a contingency option available through another gateway or routing when capacity is tight, a connection is operationally unsuitable or the destination requires a specialized carrier.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can our team arrange temperature-sensitive cargo through Jomo Kenyatta International Airport?

Yes, we can request a cool-chain solution, but acceptance depends on the selected airline, handler, packaging, commodity, flight plan and available storage. We confirm the actual handover and temperature-control arrangements before dispatch.

How early should cargo be delivered for an international flight?

There is no single airport-wide deadline. The airline and handling facility set the applicable cut-off, which may vary by cargo type and security process. Our team provides the confirmed deadline after booking and adds time for road traffic, screening and document checks.

Can dangerous goods be accepted?

Possibly, subject to the carrier’s approval, route, aircraft, packing instruction, quantity limits and complete dangerous-goods documentation. We conduct a pre-check before asking the shipper to deliver the cargo.

What commonly delays import release?

Frequent risk points include inconsistent invoice and packing-list data, missing permits, unclear consignee details, customs examination, duty or tax issues and consignee unavailability. We recommend document pre-checking and prompt broker instructions.

Is a direct flight always the fastest option?

Not necessarily. A direct service may have limited capacity or stricter acceptance, while a connection may offer better uplift. Our team compares total transit, connection exposure, commodity restrictions and final delivery requirements.

Data Sources & Provenance

Airport code, name, location, coordinates, contact number and time-zone information in this module are based on the supplied airport record. Airport authority, aviation-regulatory, customs and industry references are used for operational verification; carrier schedules, cargo cut-offs, facilities, acceptance rules, storage availability and customs outcomes remain shipment-specific and should be reconfirmed before execution.

Airport authority reference: kaa.go.ke
Kenya civil aviation regulatory reference: kcaa.or.ke
Kenya customs reference: kra.go.ke
International air-cargo standards reference: iata.org