The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Sao Tome International Airport (TMS) in Sao Tome, São Tomé and Príncipe is 3,365 kilometers (2,091 miles / 1,817 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west at a heading of 273°.

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 São Tomé and Príncipe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:09 in Nairobi, it's 15:09 in Sao Tome. 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 5,297 feet between the two airports. Sao Tome International 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 Sao Tome (TMS) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 93° (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 Sao Tome International Airport (TMS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.