The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Novy Urengoy Airport (NUX) in Novy Urengoy, Russia is 8,123 kilometers (5,048 miles / 4,386 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northeast at a heading of 16°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Kenya with Russia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:26 in Nairobi, it's 00:26 in Novy Urengoy.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,120 feet between the two airports. Novy Urengoy Airport sits lower than Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Novy Urengoy (NUX) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 222° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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