The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ) in Kiembi Samaki, Tanzania is 601 kilometers (374 miles / 325 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south southeast at a heading of 155°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

This is an international route connecting Kenya with Tanzania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:45 in Nairobi, it's 09:45 in Kiembi Samaki.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,276 feet between the two airports. Zanzibar 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 Kiembi Samaki (ZNZ) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 335° (north 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 Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.