Airport Comparison
Shark El Oweinat International Airport (GSQ) to Nairobi (NBO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Shark El Oweinat International Airport (GSQ) in Shark El Oweinat International Airport, Egypt to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 2,804 kilometers (1,742 miles / 1,514 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southeast at a heading of 160°.
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 Egypt with Kenya. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 11:36 in Shark El Oweinat International Airport, it's 12:36 in Nairobi.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,471 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Shark El Oweinat International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Shark El Oweinat International Airport (GSQ) follows a heading of 342° (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 Shark El Oweinat International Airport (GSQ) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.