NBO
Nairobi
Kenya
8,937 km
5,553 miles
XIN
Xingning
China
Distance
8,937 km
5,553 mi / 4,825 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Africa/Nairobi
Heading
65°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

NBO XIN
Airport Name Jomo Kenyatta International Airport Xingning Airport
IATA Code NBO XIN
ICAO Code HKJK ZGXN
City Nairobi Xingning
Country Kenya China
Timezone Africa/Nairobi Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 5,330 ft 0 ft
Coordinates -1.320000, 36.930000 24.150000, 115.760000

Nairobi (NBO) to Xingning (XIN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Xingning Airport (XIN) in Xingning, China is 8,937 kilometers (5,553 miles / 4,825 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east northeast at a heading of 65°.

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 China. 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 04:11 in Nairobi, it's 09:11 in Xingning. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,330 feet between the two airports. Xingning 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 Xingning (XIN) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 264° (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 Xingning Airport (XIN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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