NBO
Nairobi
Kenya
7,857 km
4,882 miles
VNA
Saravane
Laos
Distance
7,857 km
4,882 mi / 4,243 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
Africa/Nairobi
Heading
73°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

NBO VNA
Airport Name Jomo Kenyatta International Airport Saravane Airport
IATA Code NBO VNA
ICAO Code HKJK VLSV
City Nairobi Saravane
Country Kenya Laos
Timezone Africa/Nairobi Asia/Vientiane
Elevation 5,330 ft 574 ft
Coordinates -1.320000, 36.930000 15.710000, 106.410000

Nairobi (NBO) to Saravane (VNA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Saravane Airport (VNA) in Saravane, Laos is 7,857 kilometers (4,882 miles / 4,243 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east northeast at a heading of 73°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Kenya with Laos. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:26 in Nairobi, it's 16:26 in Saravane. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,756 feet between the two airports. Saravane 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 Saravane (VNA) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 263° (west). 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 Saravane Airport (VNA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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