Airport Comparison
| KQT | NBO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Qurghonteppa International Airport | Jomo Kenyatta International Airport |
| IATA Code | KQT | NBO |
| ICAO Code | UTDT | HKJK |
| City | Kurgan-Tyube | Nairobi |
| Country | Tajikistan | Kenya |
| Timezone | Asia/Dushanbe | Africa/Nairobi |
| Elevation | 1,473 ft | 5,330 ft |
| Coordinates | 37.870000, 68.860000 | -1.320000, 36.930000 |
Kurgan-Tyube (KQT) to Nairobi (NBO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Qurghonteppa International Airport (KQT) in Kurgan-Tyube, Tajikistan to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 5,452 kilometers (3,388 miles / 2,944 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying southwest at a heading of 224°.
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 Tajikistan 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 14:35 in Kurgan-Tyube, it's 12:35 in Nairobi.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,857 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Qurghonteppa International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Kurgan-Tyube (KQT) follows a heading of 34° (north 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 Qurghonteppa International Airport (KQT) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.