KIS
Kisumu
Kenya
280 km
174 miles
NBO
Nairobi
Kenya
Distance
280 km
174 mi / 151 nm
Est. Flight Time
1h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Nairobi
Heading
119°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

KIS NBO
Airport Name Kisumu Airport Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
IATA Code KIS NBO
ICAO Code HKKI HKJK
City Kisumu Nairobi
Country Kenya Kenya
Timezone Africa/Nairobi Africa/Nairobi
Elevation 3,734 ft 5,330 ft
Coordinates -0.090000, 34.730000 -1.320000, 36.930000

Kisumu (KIS) to Nairobi (NBO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kisumu Airport (KIS) in Kisumu, Kenya to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 280 kilometers (174 miles / 151 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying east southeast at a heading of 119°.

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 a domestic route within Kenya. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.

Time zone information: When it's 21:18 in Kisumu, it's 21:18 in Nairobi.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,596 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Kisumu Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Kisumu (KIS) follows a heading of 299° (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 Kisumu Airport (KIS) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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