The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Rukumkot Airport (RUK) in Rukumkot, Nepal is 5,855 kilometers (3,638 miles / 3,161 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northeast at a heading of 52°.

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 Nepal. 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 00:01 in Nairobi, it's 02:46 in Rukumkot.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,830 feet between the two airports. Rukumkot 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 Rukumkot (RUK) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 243° (west 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 Rukumkot Airport (RUK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.