Airport Comparison
| BFN | NBO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | J B M Hertzog International Airport | Jomo Kenyatta International Airport |
| IATA Code | BFN | NBO |
| ICAO Code | FABL | HKJK |
| City | Bloemfontain | Nairobi |
| Country | South Africa | Kenya |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | Africa/Nairobi |
| Elevation | 4,458 ft | 5,330 ft |
| Coordinates | -29.090000, 26.300000 | -1.320000, 36.930000 |
Bloemfontain (BFN) to Nairobi (NBO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from J B M Hertzog International Airport (BFN) in Bloemfontain, South Africa to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 3,287 kilometers (2,042 miles / 1,775 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northeast at a heading of 22°.
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 South Africa with Kenya. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 03:40 in Bloemfontain, it's 04:40 in Nairobi.
The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Bloemfontain (BFN) follows a heading of 199° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the J B M Hertzog International Airport (BFN) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.