The flight distance from Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka to Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) in Nairobi, Kenya is 4,871 kilometers (3,027 miles / 2,630 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying west at a heading of 261°.

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 Sri Lanka 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 19:12 in Colombo, it's 16:42 in Nairobi.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,506 feet between the two airports. Nairobi Wilson Airport sits higher than Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Nairobi (WIL) to Colombo (CMB) follows a heading of 78° (east 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 Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) and Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.