The flight distance from Gbangbatok Airport (GBK) in Gbangbatok, Sierra Leone to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 5,561 kilometers (3,455 miles / 3,002 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east at a heading of 98°.

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 Sierra Leone with Kenya. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:29 in Gbangbatok, it's 21:29 in Nairobi. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,255 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Gbangbatok Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Gbangbatok (GBK) follows a heading of 281° (west 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 Gbangbatok Airport (GBK) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.