Nairobi Airport Transfer: Private Sedan & Van Pickup

Skip the Taxi Queue at Nairobi Airport: Your Driver's Already Holding Your Name

You get picked up at arrivals with your name on a sign or checked in at a conference desk, then driven directly to your Nairobi hotel in a private vehicle sized for your group. The driver handles the route and timing. You just sit back. Ideal if you're landing with luggage, traveling with others, or want to avoid the taxi negotiation entirely. Book with your flight details so the supplier can time the pickup and departure collection correctly.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private transfer between airport and hotel

• Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta Airport
• Find driver holding name sign
• Proceed to private vehicle
• Travel to Nairobi accommodation

The experience

The moment you clear customs at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you're looking for a taxi in a crowd of fifty other arrivals doing the same thing. This transfer saves you that. Your driver will be waiting past the baggage hall with a sign bearing your name, no hunting required. Depending on how many people are traveling with you, you get a sedan for two or three passengers, a van for up to seven, or a bus for larger groups: the vehicle matches your party, not the other way around.

The drive into central Nairobi typically takes between 40 minutes and 1.5 hours, depending on what time you land and how the traffic is moving. Morning arrivals tend to be faster. Evening traffic can add significant time, which is why the supplier asks you to provide your flight details upfront. They use that to plan the pickup and give you a realistic window. For departures, your driver collects you from your hotel 4 hours before your flight if you're staying in the city center, or 5 hours if you're in Westlands or outside the main area. That sounds early, but Nairobi traffic is unpredictable enough that the buffer keeps you from missing your flight.

The price is fixed once you book, so there's no negotiation at the curb and no meter running while you're stuck in gridlock. Airport charges, local taxes, and fuel are all included. If you're arriving for a conference or event, there's often a welcome desk inside the lounge where delegates can check in instead of hunting for their name on a sign in the arrivals hall. Ask the supplier about that when you book if it applies to you.

What’s included

• Your transfer includes a private driver, airport charges, local taxes, and fuel surcharge.
• The vehicle is sized to your group: sedan, van, or bus.
• For arrivals, the driver meets you at baggage claim with your name on a sign.
• For departures, pickup is 4 hours before your flight (city hotels) or 5 hours (Westlands and outlying areas).

Options for this experience

12 options

Transfer from Nairobi city hotels to the airportGuide in 5 languages · 48 departure times: the first at 00:00, the last at 23:30Pickup from Nairobi City hotels to Kenyatta International Airport. Please note that pickup time will be 4 hours before your flight departure. Pickup is included.

Transfer from the airport to Nairobi city hotelsGuide in 5 languages · 48 departure times: the first at 00:00, the last at 23:30Pickup from Kenyatta International Airport to Nairobi City hotels only. Please look out for your name at the main exit area outside the terminal. Pickup is included.

Transfer from the airport to other hotelsGuide in 5 languages · 48 departure times: the first at 00:00, the last at 23:30From the airport to hotels outside Nairobi City Center such as Safari Park Hotel, Windsor Golf and Country Club, The Tribe, Covenant Guest House, Gigiri, Hemingways-Karen. Pickup is included.

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Transfer from the airport to NaivashaGuide in 5 languages · 24 departure times: the first at 00:00, the last at 23:00Duration: 2 hours. Pickup is included.

Transfer from the airport to MachakosGuide in 5 languages · 6 departure times: the first at 00:00, the last at 20:00From Kenyatta International Airport to Machakos hotels or vice versa. Kindly indicate the service required. Pickup is included.

Transfer from hotels to Nairobi AirportGuide in 5 languages · 48 departure times: the first at 00:00, the last at 23:30From other hotels outside Nairobi City Center such as Safari Park Hotel, Windsor Golf, The Tribe, Covenant Guest House, Gigiri, Hemingways-Karen to the airport, 5 hours before flight departure. Pickup is included.

Transfer from the airport to NamangaGuide in 5 languages · 12 departure times: the first at 00:00, the last at 22:00From Kenyatta International Airport to Namanga border town, to connect to a safari departure in Tanzania, or pickup from Namanga border to the airport. Pickup is included.

Transfer from the airport to Nakuru LakeGuide in 5 languages · 12 departure times: the first at 00:00, the last at 22:00Small car or van. Pickup is included.

Transfer from the airport to Nyeri CentralGuide in 5 languages · 8 departure times: the first at 00:00, the last at 21:00From the airport to Nyeri hotels: from Kenyatta International Airport or Nairobi to Nyeri hotels, which is over 150 km from Nairobi, or vice versa. Pickup is included.

Transfer from the airport to Masai MaraGuide in 5 languages · 03:00, 06:00, 09:00 and 12:00Duration: 6 hours. Pickup from Nairobi Airports or Nairobi City Hotels and drop-off at any Masai Mara lodges or camps, depending on location. Meals and drinks are not included. Nairobi to Narok to Masai Mara by safari vans: the cost is based on the safari vans, for tourist type or not small vehicles. Pickup is included.

Transfer from the airport to NanyukiGuide in 5 languages · 48 departure times: the first at 00:00, the last at 23:30From Nairobi Airport (Jomo Kenyatta International Airport) to Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club and other surrounding Mt Kenya areas. Pickup is included.

Transfer from the airport to Serval Lodge TanzaniaGuide in 5 languages · 6 departure times: the first at 04:30, the last at 16:00Pickup is included.

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

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AgesAdult (20 to 69 years) · Senior (70 to 95 years) · Youth (13 to 19 years) · Child (3 to 12 years) · Infant (1 to 2 years): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German and Italian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.You can choose from 4 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effort

Operated by Cruzeiro Safaris Kenya

Is this one for you?Book this if you're landing with luggage, traveling with a group, or simply want to skip the taxi queue and arrive at your hotel on a fixed schedule: the early departure time for flights is what keeps you from missing your connection in Nairobi traffic.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German and Italian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 19 years); Child (3 to 12 years); Infant (1 to 2 years): free.

How do I know which vehicle I'll get?

The vehicle depends on your group size: sedan for 2–3 passengers, van for up to 7, or bus for larger groups. You specify your party size when booking.

What if my flight is delayed?

Provide your flight details when you book. The driver tracks your arrival and adjusts timing accordingly, so delays don't leave you waiting.

How long does the transfer actually take?

Generally 40 minutes to 1.5 hours from the airport to central Nairobi, depending on traffic and time of day. Evening traffic can push it toward the longer end.

What time should I book my departure pickup?

The driver collects you 4 hours before your flight if you're in the city center, 5 hours if you're in Westlands or outside the main area. Traffic in Nairobi makes this buffer necessary.

Is the price fixed or metered?

Fixed price. Airport charges, local taxes, and fuel are included. No surprises at the end.

Where will the driver meet me at arrivals?

After you clear baggage and customs, look for your name on a sign. For conference arrivals, there's typically a welcome desk in the lounge.

What if I'm staying outside central Nairobi?

The transfer goes to any Nairobi accommodation. If you're in Westlands or outside the city, allow 5 hours for your departure pickup instead of 4.