The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Sao Filipe Airport (SFL) in Sao Filipe, Cape Verde is 6,988 kilometers (4,342 miles / 3,773 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west northwest at a heading of 287°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 05:12 in Nairobi, it's 01:12 in Sao Filipe. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,713 feet between the two airports. Sao Filipe 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 Sao Filipe (SFL) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 99° (east). 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 Sao Filipe Airport (SFL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.