NBO
Nairobi
Kenya
1,677 km
1,042 miles
SLI
Solwesi
Zambia
Distance
1,677 km
1,042 mi / 905 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Nairobi
Heading
224°
southwest

Airport Comparison

NBO SLI
Airport Name Jomo Kenyatta International Airport Solwesi Airport
IATA Code NBO SLI
ICAO Code HKJK FLSW
City Nairobi Solwesi
Country Kenya Zambia
Timezone Africa/Nairobi Africa/Lusaka
Elevation 5,330 ft 4,551 ft
Coordinates -1.320000, 36.930000 -12.170000, 26.370000

Nairobi (NBO) to Solwesi (SLI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Solwesi Airport (SLI) in Solwesi, Zambia is 1,677 kilometers (1,042 miles / 905 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying southwest at a heading of 224°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 07:45 in Nairobi, it's 06:45 in Solwesi.

The return flight from Solwesi (SLI) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 45° (northeast). 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 Solwesi Airport (SLI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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