The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Yaounde Airport (YAO) in Yaounde, Cameroon is 2,882 kilometers (1,790 miles / 1,556 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west northwest at a heading of 282°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 11:03 in Nairobi, it's 09:03 in Yaounde.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,866 feet between the two airports. Yaounde 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 Yaounde (YAO) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 101° (east). 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 Yaounde Airport (YAO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.