Airport Comparison
| FRA | NBO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Frankfurt am Main International Airport | Jomo Kenyatta International Airport |
| IATA Code | FRA | NBO |
| ICAO Code | EDDF | HKJK |
| City | Frankfurt am Main | Nairobi |
| Country | Germany | Kenya |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin | Africa/Nairobi |
| Elevation | 364 ft | 5,330 ft |
| Coordinates | 50.030000, 8.540000 | -1.320000, 36.930000 |
Frankfurt am Main (FRA) to Nairobi (NBO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) in Frankfurt am Main, Germany to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 6,318 kilometers (3,926 miles / 3,411 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying southeast at a heading of 145°.
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 08:28 in Frankfurt am Main, it's 10:28 in Nairobi.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,966 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Frankfurt am Main International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Frankfurt am Main (FRA) 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 Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.