Airport Comparison
| LCD | NBO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Louis Trichardt Airport | Jomo Kenyatta International Airport |
| IATA Code | LCD | NBO |
| ICAO Code | FALO | HKJK |
| City | Louis Trichardt | Nairobi |
| Country | South Africa | Kenya |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | Africa/Nairobi |
| Elevation | 3,025 ft | 5,330 ft |
| Coordinates | -23.060000, 29.860000 | -1.320000, 36.930000 |
Louis Trichardt (LCD) to Nairobi (NBO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Louis Trichardt Airport (LCD) in Louis Trichardt, South Africa to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 2,535 kilometers (1,575 miles / 1,369 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north northeast at a heading of 19°.
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 South Africa with Kenya. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 14:53 in Louis Trichardt, it's 15:53 in Nairobi.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,305 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Louis Trichardt Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Louis Trichardt (LCD) follows a heading of 197° (south 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 Louis Trichardt Airport (LCD) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.