Flying from Nairobi to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB): What you need to know
Nairobi has two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Nairobi to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) heading out from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL).
The timezone in Coimbatore is UTC+5:30, which is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Nairobi. Coimbatore International Airport is located in Coimbatore.
Your flight from Nairobi to CJB won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Nairobi to CJB. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
NBO is about 14 kms (9 miles) from central Nairobi. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Nairobi to Coimbatore International Airport, these accommodation options will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
Of all flights leaving Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, 67.1% land on time at their destination.
Wilson Airport (WIL)
You can reach WIL from the centre of Nairobi in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 45 minutes to travel the 3 kms (2 miles) or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Nairobi to CJB flight? Check in to a hotel near Wilson Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
About Coimbatore International Airport (CJB)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Nairobi to Coimbatore International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near CJB instead:
Getting from Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) to central Coimbatore
Coimbatore International Airport to the centre of Coimbatore is about 6 miles. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB)
Right now, £167 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Coimbatore International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £295. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Nairobi to CJB. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Nairobi to Coimbatore International Airport tickets across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Nairobi to CJB.
Find an affordable flight from Nairobi to Coimbatore International Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Nairobi to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB)
April is the quietest month for flights from Nairobi to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB), while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Coimbatore based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Coimbatore is April, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Book your Nairobi to CJB plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January has temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Nairobi to Coimbatore International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Coimbatore
Once you've booked your flight from Nairobi to Coimbatore International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Coimbatore:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Sri Sathya Sai Mandir and Mahatma Gandhi Memorial are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Coimbatore itinerary.
Explore more of India
Coimbatore is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of India you'll want to see. Around 225 kms (140 miles) north of Coimbatore, a visit to Bengaluru will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.
Around 274 kms (170 miles) south of Coimbatore, Tirunelveli is another essential stop in India. Start your sightseeing at Veda Thavro (Krishnan Temple), Mahadeva Swami Temple and ISKCON Tirunelveli.
