Airport Comparison
| MVB | NBO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | M'Vengue El Hadj Omar Bongo Ondimba International Airport | Jomo Kenyatta International Airport |
| IATA Code | MVB | NBO |
| ICAO Code | FOON | HKJK |
| City | Franceville | Nairobi |
| Country | Gabon | Kenya |
| Timezone | Africa/Libreville | Africa/Nairobi |
| Elevation | 1,450 ft | 5,330 ft |
| Coordinates | -1.660000, 13.440000 | -1.320000, 36.930000 |
Franceville (MVB) to Nairobi (NBO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from M'Vengue El Hadj Omar Bongo Ondimba International Airport (MVB) in Franceville, Gabon to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 2,611 kilometers (1,623 miles / 1,410 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east at a heading of 89°.
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 Gabon with Kenya. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:31 in Franceville, it's 11:31 in Nairobi.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,880 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than M'Vengue El Hadj Omar Bongo Ondimba International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Franceville (MVB) follows a heading of 269° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the M'Vengue El Hadj Omar Bongo Ondimba International Airport (MVB) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.