Airport Comparison
Nairobi (NBO) to Yola (YOL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Yola Airport (YOL) in Yola, Nigeria is 2,958 kilometers (1,838 miles / 1,597 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west northwest at a heading of 294°.
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 Nigeria. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:58 in Nairobi, it's 07:58 in Yola.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,731 feet between the two airports. Yola 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 Yola (YOL) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 112° (east southeast). 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 Yola Airport (YOL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.