The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Walvis Bay Airport (WVB) in Walvis Bay, Namibia is 3,403 kilometers (2,115 miles / 1,838 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying southwest at a heading of 223°.

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 Namibia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:46 in Nairobi, it's 09:46 in Walvis Bay.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,031 feet between the two airports. Walvis Bay 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 Walvis Bay (WVB) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 48° (northeast). 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 Walvis Bay Airport (WVB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.