NBO
Nairobi
Kenya
8,970 km
5,573 miles
PAY
Pamol
Malaysia
Distance
8,970 km
5,573 mi / 4,843 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Africa/Nairobi
Heading
84°
east

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NBO PAY
Airport Name Jomo Kenyatta International Airport Pamol Airport
IATA Code NBO PAY
ICAO Code HKJK WBKP
City Nairobi Pamol
Country Kenya Malaysia
Timezone Africa/Nairobi Asia/Kuching
Elevation 5,330 ft 36 ft
Coordinates -1.320000, 36.930000 6.000000, 117.400000

Nairobi (NBO) to Pamol (PAY) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Pamol Airport (PAY) in Pamol, Malaysia is 8,970 kilometers (5,573 miles / 4,843 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east at a heading of 84°.

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 Malaysia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:52 in Nairobi, it's 03:52 in Pamol. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,294 feet between the two airports. Pamol 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 Pamol (PAY) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 268° (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 Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) and Pamol Airport (PAY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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