EDL
Eldoret
Kenya
268 km
167 miles
NBO
Nairobi
Kenya
Distance
268 km
167 mi / 145 nm
Est. Flight Time
1h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Nairobi
Heading
136°
southeast

Airport Comparison

EDL NBO
Airport Name Eldoret International Airport Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
IATA Code EDL NBO
ICAO Code HKEL HKJK
City Eldoret Nairobi
Country Kenya Kenya
Timezone Africa/Nairobi Africa/Nairobi
Elevation 6,941 ft 5,330 ft
Coordinates 0.400000, 35.240000 -1.320000, 36.930000

Eldoret (EDL) to Nairobi (NBO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Eldoret International Airport (EDL) in Eldoret, Kenya to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 268 kilometers (167 miles / 145 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying southeast at a heading of 136°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

This is a domestic route within Kenya. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.

Time zone information: When it's 18:11 in Eldoret, it's 18:11 in Nairobi.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,611 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits lower than Eldoret International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Eldoret (EDL) follows a heading of 315° (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 Eldoret International Airport (EDL) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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