NBO
Nairobi
Kenya
3,928 km
2,441 miles
RLT
Arlit
Niger
Distance
3,928 km
2,441 mi / 2,121 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Nairobi
Heading
306°
northwest

Airport Comparison

NBO RLT
Airport Name Jomo Kenyatta International Airport Arlit Airport
IATA Code NBO RLT
ICAO Code HKJK DRZL
City Nairobi Arlit
Country Kenya Niger
Timezone Africa/Nairobi Africa/Niamey
Elevation 5,330 ft 1,443 ft
Coordinates -1.320000, 36.930000 18.790000, 7.370000

Nairobi (NBO) to Arlit (RLT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Arlit Airport (RLT) in Arlit, Niger is 3,928 kilometers (2,441 miles / 2,121 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northwest at a heading of 306°.

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 Niger. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:34 in Nairobi, it's 04:34 in Arlit.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,887 feet between the two airports. Arlit 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 Arlit (RLT) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 121° (east 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 Arlit Airport (RLT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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