Airport Comparison
Nairobi (NBO) to Ukunda (UKA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Ukunda Airstrip (UKA) in Ukunda, Kenya is 442 kilometers (274 miles / 238 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying southeast at a heading of 138°.
This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.
This is a domestic route within Kenya. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 03:11 in Nairobi, it's 03:11 in Ukunda.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,232 feet between the two airports. Ukunda Airstrip 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 Ukunda (UKA) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 318° (northwest). 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 Ukunda Airstrip (UKA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.