NBO
Nairobi
Kenya
2,033 km
1,263 miles
SAH
Sana'a
Yemen
Distance
2,033 km
1,263 mi / 1,098 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Nairobi
Heading
23°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

NBO SAH
Airport Name Jomo Kenyatta International Airport Sana'a International Airport
IATA Code NBO SAH
ICAO Code HKJK OYSN
City Nairobi Sana'a
Country Kenya Yemen
Timezone Africa/Nairobi Asia/Aden
Elevation 5,330 ft 7,216 ft
Coordinates -1.320000, 36.930000 15.480000, 44.220000

Nairobi (NBO) to Sana'a (SAH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Sana'a International Airport (SAH) in Sana'a, Yemen is 2,033 kilometers (1,263 miles / 1,098 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north northeast at a heading of 23°.

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 Yemen. 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 13:37 in Nairobi, it's 13:37 in Sana'a.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,886 feet between the two airports. Sana'a International Airport sits higher than Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Sana'a (SAH) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 204° (south 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 Sana'a International Airport (SAH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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