Airport Comparison
| DWC | NBO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Al Maktoum International Airport | Jomo Kenyatta International Airport |
| IATA Code | DWC | NBO |
| ICAO Code | OMDW | HKJK |
| City | Jebel Ali | Nairobi |
| Country | United Arab Emirates | Kenya |
| Timezone | Asia/Dubai | Africa/Nairobi |
| Elevation | 114 ft | 5,330 ft |
| Coordinates | 24.900000, 55.160000 | -1.320000, 36.930000 |
Jebel Ali (DWC) to Nairobi (NBO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) in Jebel Ali, United Arab Emirates to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 3,515 kilometers (2,184 miles / 1,898 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying southwest at a heading of 217°.
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 United Arab Emirates 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 06:51 in Jebel Ali, it's 05:51 in Nairobi.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,216 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Al Maktoum International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Jebel Ali (DWC) follows a heading of 33° (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 Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.