The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Santa Cruz Airport (SNZ) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil is 8,993 kilometers (5,588 miles / 4,856 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west southwest at a heading of 247°.

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 Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:49 in Nairobi, it's 12:49 in Rio De Janeiro. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,320 feet between the two airports. Santa Cruz 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 Rio De Janeiro (SNZ) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 88° (east). 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 Santa Cruz Airport (SNZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.