Airport Comparison
| BUD | NBO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | Jomo Kenyatta International Airport |
| IATA Code | BUD | NBO |
| ICAO Code | LHBP | HKJK |
| City | Budapest | Nairobi |
| Country | Hungary | Kenya |
| Timezone | Europe/Budapest | Africa/Nairobi |
| Elevation | 495 ft | 5,330 ft |
| Coordinates | 47.440000, 19.260000 | -1.320000, 36.930000 |
Budapest (BUD) to Nairobi (NBO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) in Budapest, Hungary to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 5,687 kilometers (3,534 miles / 3,071 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying south southeast at a heading of 157°.
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 Hungary with Kenya. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:23 in Budapest, it's 11:23 in Nairobi.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,835 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Budapest (BUD) follows a heading of 345° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.