Airport Comparison
Nairobi (NBO) to Sharm el-Sheikh (SSH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Sharm El Sheikh International Airport (SSH) in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt is 3,269 kilometers (2,031 miles / 1,765 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north at a heading of 355°.
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 Egypt. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 01:51 in Nairobi, it's 00:51 in Sharm el-Sheikh.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,187 feet between the two airports. Sharm El Sheikh 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 Sharm el-Sheikh (SSH) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 175° (south). 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 Sharm El Sheikh International Airport (SSH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.