JIN
Jinja
Uganda
459 km
285 miles
NBO
Nairobi
Kenya
Distance
459 km
285 mi / 248 nm
Est. Flight Time
2h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Kampala
Heading
115°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

JIN NBO
Airport Name Jinja Airport Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
IATA Code JIN NBO
ICAO Code HUJI HKJK
City Jinja Nairobi
Country Uganda Kenya
Timezone Africa/Kampala Africa/Nairobi
Elevation 3,855 ft 5,330 ft
Coordinates 0.450000, 33.200000 -1.320000, 36.930000

Jinja (JIN) to Nairobi (NBO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Jinja Airport (JIN) in Jinja, Uganda to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 459 kilometers (285 miles / 248 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying east southeast at a heading of 115°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

This is an international route connecting Uganda with Kenya. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:34 in Jinja, it's 01:34 in Nairobi.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,475 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Jinja Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Jinja (JIN) follows a heading of 295° (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 Jinja Airport (JIN) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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