The flight distance from Hastings Airport (HGS) in Freetown, Sierra Leone to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 5,653 kilometers (3,512 miles / 3,052 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east at a heading of 99°.

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 Sierra Leone with Kenya. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:47 in Freetown, it's 00:47 in Nairobi. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,270 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Hastings Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Freetown (HGS) follows a heading of 282° (west 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 Hastings Airport (HGS) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.