LHR
London
United Kingdom
6,841 km
4,251 miles
NBO
Nairobi
Kenya
Distance
6,841 km
4,251 mi / 3,694 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/London
Heading
136°
southeast

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Airport Comparison

LHR NBO
Airport Name London Heathrow Airport Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
IATA Code LHR NBO
ICAO Code EGLL HKJK
City London Nairobi
Country United Kingdom Kenya
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Nairobi
Elevation 83 ft 5,330 ft
Coordinates 51.470000, -0.460000 -1.320000, 36.930000

London (LHR) to Nairobi (NBO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, United Kingdom to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 6,841 kilometers (4,251 miles / 3,694 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying southeast at a heading of 136°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:43 in London, it's 19:43 in Nairobi.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,247 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than London Heathrow Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to London (LHR) follows a heading of 335° (north 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 London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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