Airport Comparison
Tolanaro (FTU) to Nairobi (NBO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Tolanaro Airport (FTU) in Tolanaro, Madagascar to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 2,849 kilometers (1,770 miles / 1,538 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north northwest at a heading of 336°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Madagascar with Kenya. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 02:49 in Tolanaro, it's 02:49 in Nairobi.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,301 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Tolanaro Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Tolanaro (FTU) follows a heading of 159° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Tolanaro Airport (FTU) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.