NBO
Nairobi
Kenya
216 km
134 miles
UAS
Samburu South
Kenya
Distance
216 km
134 mi / 117 nm
Est. Flight Time
1h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Nairobi
Heading
18°
north northeast

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NBO UAS
Airport Name Jomo Kenyatta International Airport Samburu South Airport
IATA Code NBO UAS
ICAO Code HKJK HKSB
City Nairobi Samburu South
Country Kenya Kenya
Timezone Africa/Nairobi Africa/Nairobi
Elevation 5,330 ft 3,295 ft
Coordinates -1.320000, 36.930000 0.530000, 37.530000

Nairobi (NBO) to Samburu South (UAS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Samburu South Airport (UAS) in Samburu South, Kenya is 216 kilometers (134 miles / 117 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying north northeast at a heading of 18°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

This is a domestic route within Kenya. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.

Time zone information: When it's 21:44 in Nairobi, it's 21:44 in Samburu South.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,035 feet between the two airports. Samburu South 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 Samburu South (UAS) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 198° (south southwest). 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 Samburu South Airport (UAS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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