Airport Comparison
Aqaba (AQJ) to Nairobi (NBO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Aqaba King Hussein International Airport (AQJ) in Aqaba, Jordan to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 3,445 kilometers (2,141 miles / 1,860 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south at a heading of 176°.
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 Jordan with Kenya. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 10:37 in Aqaba, it's 10:37 in Nairobi.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,155 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Aqaba King Hussein International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Aqaba (AQJ) follows a heading of 357° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Aqaba King Hussein International Airport (AQJ) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.