Airport Comparison
| BTJ | NBO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sultan Iskandarmuda Airport | Jomo Kenyatta International Airport |
| IATA Code | BTJ | NBO |
| ICAO Code | WITT | HKJK |
| City | Banda Aceh-Sumatra Island | Nairobi |
| Country | Indonesia | Kenya |
| Timezone | Asia/Jakarta | Africa/Nairobi |
| Elevation | 65 ft | 5,330 ft |
| Coordinates | 5.520000, 95.420000 | -1.320000, 36.930000 |
Banda Aceh-Sumatra Island (BTJ) to Nairobi (NBO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sultan Iskandarmuda Airport (BTJ) in Banda Aceh-Sumatra Island, Indonesia to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 6,539 kilometers (4,063 miles / 3,531 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west at a heading of 265°.
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 10:36 in Banda Aceh-Sumatra Island, it's 06:36 in Nairobi. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,265 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Sultan Iskandarmuda Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Banda Aceh-Sumatra Island (BTJ) follows a heading of 83° (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 Sultan Iskandarmuda Airport (BTJ) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.