NBO
Nairobi
Kenya
6,530 km
4,058 miles
PLQ
Palanga
Lithuania
Distance
6,530 km
4,058 mi / 3,526 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Nairobi
Heading
350°
north

Airport Comparison

NBO PLQ
Airport Name Jomo Kenyatta International Airport Palanga International Airport
IATA Code NBO PLQ
ICAO Code HKJK EYPA
City Nairobi Palanga
Country Kenya Lithuania
Timezone Africa/Nairobi Europe/Vilnius
Elevation 5,330 ft 33 ft
Coordinates -1.320000, 36.930000 55.970000, 21.090000

Nairobi (NBO) to Palanga (PLQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Palanga International Airport (PLQ) in Palanga, Lithuania is 6,530 kilometers (4,058 miles / 3,526 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north at a heading of 350°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 04:54 in Nairobi, it's 03:54 in Palanga.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,297 feet between the two airports. Palanga 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 Palanga (PLQ) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 161° (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 Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) and Palanga International Airport (PLQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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