NBO
Nairobi
Kenya
8,897 km
5,528 miles
PER
Perth
Australia
Distance
8,897 km
5,528 mi / 4,804 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Africa/Nairobi
Heading
122°
east southeast

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NBO PER
Airport Name Jomo Kenyatta International Airport Perth International Airport
IATA Code NBO PER
ICAO Code HKJK YPPH
City Nairobi Perth
Country Kenya Australia
Timezone Africa/Nairobi Australia/Perth
Elevation 5,330 ft 67 ft
Coordinates -1.320000, 36.930000 -31.940000, 115.970000

Nairobi (NBO) to Perth (PER) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Perth International Airport (PER) in Perth, Australia is 8,897 kilometers (5,528 miles / 4,804 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east southeast at a heading of 122°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 11:28 in Nairobi, it's 16:28 in Perth. 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 5,263 feet between the two airports. Perth 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 Perth (PER) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 275° (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 Perth International Airport (PER) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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