MNC
Nacala
Mozambique
1,522 km
946 miles
NBO
Nairobi
Kenya
Distance
1,522 km
946 mi / 822 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Maputo
Heading
344°
north northwest

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MNC NBO
Airport Name Nacala Airport Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
IATA Code MNC NBO
ICAO Code FQNC HKJK
City Nacala Nairobi
Country Mozambique Kenya
Timezone Africa/Maputo Africa/Nairobi
Elevation 410 ft 5,330 ft
Coordinates -14.490000, 40.710000 -1.320000, 36.930000

Nacala (MNC) to Nairobi (NBO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Nacala Airport (MNC) in Nacala, Mozambique to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 1,522 kilometers (946 miles / 822 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north northwest at a heading of 344°.

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 Mozambique with Kenya. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:05 in Nacala, it's 19:05 in Nairobi.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,920 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Nacala Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Nacala (MNC) follows a heading of 164° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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