The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Colombo Int Arpt Ratmalana Airport (RML) in Colombo, Sri Lanka is 4,852 kilometers (3,015 miles / 2,620 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east northeast at a heading of 79°.

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 Sri Lanka. 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 02:59 in Nairobi, it's 05:29 in Colombo.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,308 feet between the two airports. Colombo Int Arpt Ratmalana 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 Colombo (RML) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 261° (west). 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 Colombo Int Arpt Ratmalana Airport (RML) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.