Airport Comparison
Libreville (LBV) to Nairobi (NBO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Leon M Ba Airport (LBV) in Libreville, Gabon to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 3,066 kilometers (1,905 miles / 1,656 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east at a heading of 94°.
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 Gabon with Kenya. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:35 in Libreville, it's 14:35 in Nairobi.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,291 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Leon M Ba Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Libreville (LBV) follows a heading of 274° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Leon M Ba Airport (LBV) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.