Airport Comparison
Essen Mulheim Airport (ESS) to Nairobi (NBO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Essen Mulheim Airport (ESS) in Essen Mulheim Airport, Germany to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 6,507 kilometers (4,043 miles / 3,514 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying southeast at a heading of 144°.
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 Germany 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 13:03 in Essen Mulheim Airport, it's 15:03 in Nairobi.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,906 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Essen Mulheim Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Essen Mulheim Airport (ESS) follows a heading of 339° (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 Essen Mulheim Airport (ESS) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.