Airport Comparison
Qishn (IHN) to Nairobi (NBO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Qishn Airport (IHN) in Qishn, Yemen to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 2,469 kilometers (1,534 miles / 1,333 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying southwest at a heading of 222°.
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 Yemen with Kenya. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:03 in Qishn, it's 09:03 in Nairobi.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,232 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Qishn Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Qishn (IHN) follows a heading of 41° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Qishn Airport (IHN) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.