The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Rumbek Airport (RBX) in Rumbek, South Sudan is 1,213 kilometers (753 miles / 655 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying northwest at a heading of 318°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

This is an international route connecting Kenya with South Sudan. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:10 in Nairobi, it's 01:10 in Rumbek.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,952 feet between the two airports. Rumbek 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 Rumbek (RBX) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 138° (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 Rumbek Airport (RBX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.