IRO
Birao
Central African Republic
2,031 km
1,262 miles
NBO
Nairobi
Kenya
Distance
2,031 km
1,262 mi / 1,097 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Africa/Bangui
Heading
128°
southeast

Airport Comparison

IRO NBO
Airport Name Birao Airport Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
IATA Code IRO NBO
ICAO Code FEFI HKJK
City Birao Nairobi
Country Central African Republic Kenya
Timezone Africa/Bangui Africa/Nairobi
Elevation 1,696 ft 5,330 ft
Coordinates 10.240000, 22.720000 -1.320000, 36.930000

Birao (IRO) to Nairobi (NBO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Birao Airport (IRO) in Birao, Central African Republic to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 2,031 kilometers (1,262 miles / 1,097 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying southeast at a heading of 128°.

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 Central African Republic with Kenya. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:43 in Birao, it's 14:43 in Nairobi.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,634 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Birao Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Birao (IRO) follows a heading of 310° (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 Birao Airport (IRO) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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