The flight distance from Bahia - Jorge Amado Airport (IOS) in Ilheus, Brazil to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 8,461 kilometers (5,257 miles / 4,569 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east at a heading of 88°.

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 Brazil with Kenya. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:45 in Ilheus, it's 17:45 in Nairobi. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,315 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Bahia - Jorge Amado Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Ilheus (IOS) follows a heading of 255° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Bahia - Jorge Amado Airport (IOS) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.