The flight distance from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) in Gran Canaria Island, Spain to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 6,455 kilometers (4,011 miles / 3,486 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east southeast at a heading of 111°.

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 Spain 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 08:11 in Gran Canaria Island, it's 11:11 in Nairobi. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,252 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Gran Canaria Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Gran Canaria Island (LPA) follows a heading of 305° (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 Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.