Airport Comparison
Illesheim Air Base (ILH) to Nairobi (NBO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Illesheim Air Base (ILH) in Illesheim Air Base, Germany to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 6,192 kilometers (3,848 miles / 3,344 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying south southeast at a heading of 147°.
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 Germany with Kenya. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:56 in Illesheim Air Base, it's 22:56 in Nairobi.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,251 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Illesheim Air Base. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Illesheim Air Base (ILH) follows a heading of 339° (north 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 Illesheim Air Base (ILH) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.