Airport Comparison
Mekele Airport (MQX) to Nairobi (NBO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mekele Airport (MQX) in Mekele Airport, Ethiopia to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 1,669 kilometers (1,037 miles / 901 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south at a heading of 190°.
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 Ethiopia with Kenya. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:22 in Mekele Airport, it's 09:22 in Nairobi.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,066 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits lower than Mekele Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Mekele Airport (MQX) follows a heading of 10° (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 Mekele Airport (MQX) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.