The flight distance from Mtwara Airport (MYW) in Mtwara, Tanzania to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 1,065 kilometers (662 miles / 575 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north northwest at a heading of 340°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

This is an international route connecting Tanzania with Kenya. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:13 in Mtwara, it's 08:13 in Nairobi.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,959 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Mtwara Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Mtwara (MYW) follows a heading of 160° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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