The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) in Istanbul, Turkey is 4,758 kilometers (2,956 miles / 2,569 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north at a heading of 352°.

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 Turkey. 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 23:19 in Nairobi, it's 23:19 in Istanbul.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,018 feet between the two airports. Sabiha Gokcen 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 Istanbul (SAW) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 169° (south 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 Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.