Airport Comparison
Mangochi (MAI) to Nairobi (NBO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mangochi Airport (MAI) in Mangochi, Malawi to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 1,475 kilometers (916 miles / 796 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north at a heading of 7°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting Malawi with Kenya. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:37 in Mangochi, it's 13:37 in Nairobi.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,750 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Mangochi Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Mangochi (MAI) follows a heading of 187° (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 Mangochi Airport (MAI) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.