JRO
Arusha
Tanzania
235 km
146 miles
NBO
Nairobi
Kenya
Distance
235 km
146 mi / 127 nm
Est. Flight Time
1h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Heading
356°
north

Airport Comparison

JRO NBO
Airport Name Kilimanjaro International Airport Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
IATA Code JRO NBO
ICAO Code HTKJ HKJK
City Arusha Nairobi
Country Tanzania Kenya
Timezone Africa/Dar_es_Salaam Africa/Nairobi
Elevation 2,932 ft 5,330 ft
Coordinates -3.430000, 37.070000 -1.320000, 36.930000

Arusha (JRO) to Nairobi (NBO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) in Arusha, Tanzania to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 235 kilometers (146 miles / 127 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying north at a heading of 356°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

This is an international route connecting Tanzania with Kenya. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:04 in Arusha, it's 15:04 in Nairobi.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,398 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Kilimanjaro International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Arusha (JRO) follows a heading of 176° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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