The flight distance from Sepinggan International Airport (BPN) in Balikpapan-Borneo Island, Indonesia to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 8,888 kilometers (5,523 miles / 4,799 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west at a heading of 269°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Indonesia with Kenya. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:29 in Balikpapan-Borneo Island, it's 19:29 in Nairobi. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,318 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Sepinggan International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Balikpapan-Borneo Island (BPN) follows a heading of 91° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Sepinggan International Airport (BPN) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.