Airport Comparison
Leh (IXL) to Nairobi (NBO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport (IXL) in Leh, India to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 5,786 kilometers (3,595 miles / 3,124 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying southwest at a heading of 236°.
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 India 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 12:04 in Leh, it's 09:34 in Nairobi.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,352 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits lower than Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Leh (IXL) follows a heading of 43° (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 Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport (IXL) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.