BKU
Betioky
Madagascar
2,618 km
1,627 miles
NBO
Nairobi
Kenya
Distance
2,618 km
1,627 mi / 1,414 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Indian/Antananarivo
Heading
341°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

BKU NBO
Airport Name Betioky Airport Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
IATA Code BKU NBO
ICAO Code FMSV HKJK
City Betioky Nairobi
Country Madagascar Kenya
Timezone Indian/Antananarivo Africa/Nairobi
Elevation 919 ft 5,330 ft
Coordinates -23.730000, 44.390000 -1.320000, 36.930000

Betioky (BKU) to Nairobi (NBO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Betioky Airport (BKU) in Betioky, Madagascar to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 2,618 kilometers (1,627 miles / 1,414 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north northwest at a heading of 341°.

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 Madagascar with Kenya. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:49 in Betioky, it's 00:49 in Nairobi.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,411 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Betioky Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Betioky (BKU) follows a heading of 163° (south 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 Betioky Airport (BKU) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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