NBO
Nairobi
Kenya
3,921 km
2,437 miles
THZ
Tahoua
Niger
Distance
3,921 km
2,437 mi / 2,117 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Nairobi
Heading
299°
west northwest

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NBO THZ
Airport Name Jomo Kenyatta International Airport Tahoua Airport
IATA Code NBO THZ
ICAO Code HKJK DRRT
City Nairobi Tahoua
Country Kenya Niger
Timezone Africa/Nairobi Africa/Niamey
Elevation 5,330 ft 1,266 ft
Coordinates -1.320000, 36.930000 14.880000, 5.270000

Nairobi (NBO) to Tahoua (THZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Tahoua Airport (THZ) in Tahoua, Niger is 3,921 kilometers (2,437 miles / 2,117 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west northwest at a heading of 299°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 12:15 in Nairobi, it's 10:15 in Tahoua.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,064 feet between the two airports. Tahoua 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 Tahoua (THZ) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 115° (east southeast). 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 Tahoua Airport (THZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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