The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Qayyarah West Airport (RQW) in Qayyarah, Iraq is 4,174 kilometers (2,594 miles / 2,254 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north at a heading of 8°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 08:15 in Nairobi, it's 08:15 in Qayyarah.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,581 feet between the two airports. Qayyarah West 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 Qayyarah (RQW) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 190° (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 Qayyarah West Airport (RQW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.