NBO
Nairobi
Kenya
2,663 km
1,655 miles
RVA
Farafangana Airport
Madagascar
Distance
2,663 km
1,655 mi / 1,438 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Nairobi
Heading
155°
south southeast

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NBO RVA
Airport Name Jomo Kenyatta International Airport Farafangana Airport
IATA Code NBO RVA
ICAO Code HKJK FMSG
City Nairobi N/A
Country Kenya Madagascar
Timezone Africa/Nairobi Indian/Antananarivo
Elevation 5,330 ft 26 ft
Coordinates -1.320000, 36.930000 -22.810000, 47.820000

Nairobi (NBO) to Farafangana Airport (RVA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Farafangana Airport (RVA) in Farafangana Airport, Madagascar is 2,663 kilometers (1,655 miles / 1,438 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southeast at a heading of 155°.

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 Madagascar. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:52 in Nairobi, it's 18:52 in Farafangana Airport.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,304 feet between the two airports. Farafangana 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 Farafangana Airport (RVA) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 332° (north northwest). 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 Farafangana Airport (RVA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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