The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT) in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates is 3,626 kilometers (2,253 miles / 1,958 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northeast at a heading of 33°.

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 Kenya with United Arab Emirates. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:51 in Nairobi, it's 21:51 in Ras Al Khaimah.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,228 feet between the two airports. Ras Al Khaimah International 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 Ras Al Khaimah (RKT) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 217° (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 Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.