Airport Comparison
Nairobi (NBO) to Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Plettenberg Bay Airport (PBZ) in Plettenberg Bay, South Africa is 3,909 kilometers (2,429 miles / 2,110 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south southwest at a heading of 200°.
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 Kenya with South Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 00:23 in Nairobi, it's 23:23 in Plettenberg Bay.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,865 feet between the two airports. Plettenberg Bay 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 Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 24° (north northeast). 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 Plettenberg Bay Airport (PBZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.