Airport Comparison
Athens (ATH) to Nairobi (NBO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) in Athens, Greece to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 4,565 kilometers (2,836 miles / 2,465 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south southeast at a heading of 160°.
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 Greece with Kenya. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:06 in Athens, it's 10:06 in Nairobi.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,022 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Athens (ATH) follows a heading of 344° (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 Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.