Airport Comparison
Baikonur (BXY) to Nairobi (NBO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Krainiy Airport (BXY) in Baikonur, Kazakhstan to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 5,824 kilometers (3,619 miles / 3,145 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying southwest at a heading of 214°.
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 Kazakhstan 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 11:40 in Baikonur, it's 09:40 in Nairobi.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,031 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Krainiy Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Baikonur (BXY) follows a heading of 23° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Krainiy Airport (BXY) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.