The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Aix-en-Provence (BA 114) Airport (QXB) in Lyon, France is 5,892 kilometers (3,661 miles / 3,182 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northwest at a heading of 332°.

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 France. 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 08:30 in Nairobi, it's 06:30 in Lyon.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,963 feet between the two airports. Aix-en-Provence (BA 114) 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 Lyon (QXB) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 139° (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 Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) and Aix-en-Provence (BA 114) Airport (QXB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.