Airport Comparison
Jeddah (JED) to Nairobi (NBO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 2,569 kilometers (1,596 miles / 1,387 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south at a heading of 186°.
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 Saudi Arabia with Kenya. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 11:23 in Jeddah, it's 11:23 in Nairobi.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,282 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than King Abdulaziz International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Jeddah (JED) follows a heading of 5° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.