NBO
Nairobi
Kenya
2,223 km
1,381 miles
SXG
Senanga
Zambia
Distance
2,223 km
1,381 mi / 1,200 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Nairobi
Heading
222°
southwest

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NBO SXG
Airport Name Jomo Kenyatta International Airport Senanga Airport
IATA Code NBO SXG
ICAO Code HKJK FLSN
City Nairobi Senanga
Country Kenya Zambia
Timezone Africa/Nairobi Africa/Lusaka
Elevation 5,330 ft 3,370 ft
Coordinates -1.320000, 36.930000 -16.100000, 23.270000

Nairobi (NBO) to Senanga (SXG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Senanga Airport (SXG) in Senanga, Zambia is 2,223 kilometers (1,381 miles / 1,200 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying southwest at a heading of 222°.

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 08:11 in Nairobi, it's 07:11 in Senanga.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,960 feet between the two airports. Senanga 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 Senanga (SXG) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 44° (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 Senanga Airport (SXG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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