Airport Comparison
Bobo Dioulasso (BOY) to Nairobi (NBO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bobo Dioulasso Airport (BOY) in Bobo Dioulasso, Burkina Faso to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 4,767 kilometers (2,962 miles / 2,574 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east southeast at a heading of 104°.
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 Burkina Faso with Kenya. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 17:08 in Bobo Dioulasso, it's 20:08 in Nairobi. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,819 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Bobo Dioulasso Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Bobo Dioulasso (BOY) follows a heading of 288° (west 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 Bobo Dioulasso Airport (BOY) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.