The flight distance from Sumburgh Airport (LSI) in Lerwick, United Kingdom to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 7,564 kilometers (4,700 miles / 4,084 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying southeast at a heading of 138°.

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 23:47 in Lerwick, it's 01:47 in Nairobi.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,310 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Sumburgh Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Lerwick (LSI) follows a heading of 340° (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 Sumburgh Airport (LSI) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.