NBO
Nairobi
Kenya
4,024 km
2,500 miles
ROD
Robertson
South Africa
Distance
4,024 km
2,500 mi / 2,173 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Nairobi
Heading
204°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

NBO ROD
Airport Name Jomo Kenyatta International Airport Robertson Airport
IATA Code NBO ROD
ICAO Code HKJK FARS
City Nairobi Robertson
Country Kenya South Africa
Timezone Africa/Nairobi Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 5,330 ft 640 ft
Coordinates -1.320000, 36.930000 -33.810000, 19.900000

Nairobi (NBO) to Robertson (ROD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Robertson Airport (ROD) in Robertson, South Africa is 4,024 kilometers (2,500 miles / 2,173 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south southwest at a heading of 204°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 09:16 in Nairobi, it's 08:16 in Robertson.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,690 feet between the two airports. Robertson 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 Robertson (ROD) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 30° (north northeast). 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 Robertson Airport (ROD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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