The flight distance from Shymkent Airport (CIT) in Shymkent, Kazakhstan to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 5,851 kilometers (3,635 miles / 3,159 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying southwest at a heading of 223°.

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 01:33 in Shymkent, it's 23:33 in Nairobi.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,943 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Shymkent Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Shymkent (CIT) follows a heading of 30° (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 Shymkent Airport (CIT) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.