The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Sambava Airport (SVB) in Sambava Airport, Madagascar is 2,048 kilometers (1,273 miles / 1,106 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying southeast at a heading of 135°.

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 15:19 in Nairobi, it's 15:19 in Sambava Airport.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,310 feet between the two airports. Sambava 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 Sambava Airport (SVB) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 314° (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 Sambava Airport (SVB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.