NBO
Nairobi
Kenya
5,664 km
3,519 miles
PLV
Poltava
Ukraine
Distance
5,664 km
3,519 mi / 3,058 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
N/A
Heading
358°
north

Airport Comparison

NBO PLV
Airport Name Jomo Kenyatta International Airport Poltava International Airport
IATA Code NBO PLV
ICAO Code HKJK UKHP
City Nairobi Poltava
Country Kenya Ukraine
Timezone Africa/Nairobi Europe/Zaporozhye
Elevation 5,330 ft 505 ft
Coordinates -1.320000, 36.930000 49.570000, 34.400000

Nairobi (NBO) to Poltava (PLV) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Poltava International Airport (PLV) in Poltava, Ukraine is 5,664 kilometers (3,519 miles / 3,058 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north at a heading of 358°.

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

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,825 feet between the two airports. Poltava 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 Poltava (PLV) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 177° (south). 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 Poltava International Airport (PLV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

Calculate Flight Time Between Airports

Use our flight time calculator to find distances and estimated flight travel times between cities. Calculate flight duration for any airport pair worldwide.