NBO
Nairobi
Kenya
2,433 km
1,512 miles
SCT
Socotra Islands
Yemen
Distance
2,433 km
1,512 mi / 1,314 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Nairobi
Heading
50°
northeast

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NBO SCT
Airport Name Jomo Kenyatta International Airport Socotra International Airport
IATA Code NBO SCT
ICAO Code HKJK OYSQ
City Nairobi Socotra Islands
Country Kenya Yemen
Timezone Africa/Nairobi Asia/Aden
Elevation 5,330 ft 146 ft
Coordinates -1.320000, 36.930000 12.630000, 53.910000

Nairobi (NBO) to Socotra Islands (SCT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Socotra International Airport (SCT) in Socotra Islands, Yemen is 2,433 kilometers (1,512 miles / 1,314 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northeast at a heading of 50°.

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 Yemen. 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 11:06 in Nairobi, it's 11:06 in Socotra Islands.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,184 feet between the two airports. Socotra 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 Socotra Islands (SCT) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 232° (southwest). 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 Socotra International Airport (SCT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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