NBO
Nairobi
Kenya
1,997 km
1,241 miles
WBD
Befandriana
Madagascar
Distance
1,997 km
1,241 mi / 1,078 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Nairobi
Heading
141°
southeast

Airport Comparison

NBO WBD
Airport Name Jomo Kenyatta International Airport Avaratra Airport
IATA Code NBO WBD
ICAO Code HKJK FMNF
City Nairobi Befandriana
Country Kenya Madagascar
Timezone Africa/Nairobi Indian/Antananarivo
Elevation 5,330 ft 820 ft
Coordinates -1.320000, 36.930000 -15.200000, 48.480000

Nairobi (NBO) to Befandriana (WBD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Avaratra Airport (WBD) in Befandriana, Madagascar is 1,997 kilometers (1,241 miles / 1,078 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying southeast at a heading of 141°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 02:23 in Nairobi, it's 02:23 in Befandriana.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,510 feet between the two airports. Avaratra 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 Befandriana (WBD) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 320° (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 Avaratra Airport (WBD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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