TAV Lounge
★4.0(1,329 reviews)NBO · International Departures
A TAV-operated lounge airside in JKIA's international departures area, on oneworld access.
The TAV Lounge is an independent contract lounge airside in the international departures area at Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, located after the security check. Run under the TAV banner — a well-known airport operator and lounge brand — it's reachable on oneworld access. The lounge offers a contemporary, comfortable setting with a mix of seating zones, complimentary snacks and drinks, and free Wi-Fi, giving departing passengers a calmer place to wait than the concourse. It's a practical option for oneworld travellers passing through JKIA's international departures.
Crowding · busy at peak
A workable pre-flight spot with Wi-Fi, power at many seats and laptop-friendly seating. Fine for email and light work, though it's not a dedicated business lounge.
A complimentary self-service spread of light bites and snacks with soft drinks, plus beers, wines and spirits, and coffee and tea through the day. Geared to a pre-flight bite rather than a full meal.
Dietary: Vegetarian options
After the security check in the international departures area, follow signs to the TAV Lounge.
- 01Clear passport control and security
- 02Enter the international departures area
- 03Follow the lounge signage
- 04Arrive at the TAV Lounge
Landmarks: International departures airside · Security checkpoint
ℹ International Departures, AfterSecurity
oneworld Sapphire & EmeraldIncluded: Complimentary snacks · Complimentary soft drinks · Premium drinks for sale
oneworld Sapphire Status or Business Class Ticket
Flying from NBO without status? These lounges sell day passes:
See bookable lounges at NBOMake the most of it.
Access here is via oneworld — check your status or ticket before relying on it.
The lounge is airside in the international departures area, after security.
Arrive early at peak departure banks to be sure of a seat.
If you hold DragonPass or Priority Pass, the Aspire and Turkish lounges are alternatives.
This lounge is airside, so clear passport control and security first.
Quick answers.
It's airside in the international departures area, after the security check at Jomo Kenyatta International.
Access at this location is via oneworld — present eligible oneworld status or a qualifying premium-cabin ticket.
Yes — it's airside, so you'll clear passport control and security before reaching it.
