Airport Comparison
| HDS | NBO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport | Jomo Kenyatta International Airport |
| IATA Code | HDS | NBO |
| ICAO Code | FAHS | HKJK |
| City | Hoedspruit | Nairobi |
| Country | South Africa | Kenya |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | Africa/Nairobi |
| Elevation | 1,743 ft | 5,330 ft |
| Coordinates | -24.370000, 31.050000 | -1.320000, 36.930000 |
Hoedspruit (HDS) to Nairobi (NBO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (HDS) in Hoedspruit, South Africa to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 2,640 kilometers (1,640 miles / 1,425 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north northeast at a heading of 15°.
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 South Africa with Kenya. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 17:32 in Hoedspruit, it's 18:32 in Nairobi.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,587 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Hoedspruit (HDS) follows a heading of 193° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (HDS) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.