NBO
Nairobi
Kenya
9,330 km
5,797 miles
SFS
Olongapo City
Philippines
Distance
9,330 km
5,797 mi / 5,038 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Africa/Nairobi
Heading
75°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

NBO SFS
Airport Name Jomo Kenyatta International Airport Subic Bay International Airport
IATA Code NBO SFS
ICAO Code HKJK RPLB
City Nairobi Olongapo City
Country Kenya Philippines
Timezone Africa/Nairobi Asia/Manila
Elevation 5,330 ft 64 ft
Coordinates -1.320000, 36.930000 14.790000, 120.270000

Nairobi (NBO) to Olongapo City (SFS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Subic Bay International Airport (SFS) in Olongapo City, Philippines is 9,330 kilometers (5,797 miles / 5,038 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east northeast at a heading of 75°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Kenya with Philippines. 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 02:27 in Nairobi, it's 07:27 in Olongapo City. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,266 feet between the two airports. Subic Bay 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 Olongapo City (SFS) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 267° (west). 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 Subic Bay International Airport (SFS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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