Airport Comparison
Kuwait City (KWI) to Nairobi (NBO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 3,595 kilometers (2,234 miles / 1,941 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southwest at a heading of 201°.
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 Kuwait 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 05:36 in Kuwait City, it's 05:36 in Nairobi.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,124 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Kuwait International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Kuwait City (KWI) follows a heading of 18° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Kuwait International Airport (KWI) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.