NBO
Nairobi
Kenya
7,885 km
4,899 miles
TER
Lajes
Portugal
Distance
7,885 km
4,899 mi / 4,257 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Africa/Nairobi
Heading
312°
northwest

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NBO TER
Airport Name Jomo Kenyatta International Airport Lajes Field
IATA Code NBO TER
ICAO Code HKJK LPLA
City Nairobi Lajes
Country Kenya Portugal
Timezone Africa/Nairobi Atlantic/Azores
Elevation 5,330 ft 180 ft
Coordinates -1.320000, 36.930000 38.760000, -27.090000

Nairobi (NBO) to Lajes (TER) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Lajes Field (TER) in Lajes, Portugal is 7,885 kilometers (4,899 miles / 4,257 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 312°.

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 Portugal. 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 13:11 in Nairobi, it's 09:11 in Lajes. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,150 feet between the two airports. Lajes Field 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 Lajes (TER) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 108° (east 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 Lajes Field (TER) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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