The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Osvaldo Vieira International Airport (OXB) in Bissau, Guinea-Bissau is 5,989 kilometers (3,722 miles / 3,234 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west northwest at a heading of 286°.

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 Kenya with Guinea-Bissau. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:19 in Nairobi, it's 08:19 in Bissau. 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 5,201 feet between the two airports. Osvaldo Vieira International Airport sits lower than Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Bissau (OXB) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 101° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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