LNX
Smolensk
Russia
6,250 km
3,883 miles
NBO
Nairobi
Kenya
Distance
6,250 km
3,883 mi / 3,375 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Moscow
Heading
174°
south

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LNX NBO
Airport Name Smolensk South Airport Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
IATA Code LNX NBO
ICAO Code UUBS HKJK
City Smolensk Nairobi
Country Russia Kenya
Timezone Europe/Moscow Africa/Nairobi
Elevation 820 ft 5,330 ft
Coordinates 54.740000, 32.060000 -1.320000, 36.930000

Smolensk (LNX) to Nairobi (NBO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Smolensk South Airport (LNX) in Smolensk, Russia to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 6,250 kilometers (3,883 miles / 3,375 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying south at a heading of 174°.

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 Russia 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 00:39 in Smolensk, it's 00:39 in Nairobi.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,510 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Smolensk South Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Smolensk (LNX) follows a heading of 357° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Smolensk South Airport (LNX) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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