NBO
Nairobi
Kenya
6,841 km
4,251 miles
STN
London
United Kingdom
Distance
6,841 km
4,251 mi / 3,694 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Africa/Nairobi
Heading
335°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

NBO STN
Airport Name Jomo Kenyatta International Airport London Stansted Airport
IATA Code NBO STN
ICAO Code HKJK EGSS
City Nairobi London
Country Kenya United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Nairobi Europe/London
Elevation 5,330 ft 348 ft
Coordinates -1.320000, 36.930000 51.880000, 0.240000

Nairobi (NBO) to London (STN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to London Stansted Airport (STN) in London, United Kingdom is 6,841 kilometers (4,251 miles / 3,694 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northwest at a heading of 335°.

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 United Kingdom. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:08 in Nairobi, it's 07:08 in London. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,982 feet between the two airports. London Stansted 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 London (STN) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 137° (southeast). 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 London Stansted Airport (STN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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