How long is the flight from Cape Town to Nairobi?
🛫 From
Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport
CPT | ZA
Departure: 01:43 PM GMT+2
🛬 To
Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
NBO | KE
Arrival: 07:46 PM GMT+3
⏱️ Flight Time
5h 4m
📍 Distance
4,105 kilometers
(2,551 miles)
Route Details
The flight from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi covers a distance of approximately 4,105 kilometers (2,551 miles).
Direct flights typically take around 5h 4m, though actual flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, and air traffic.
Time Zone Information
Departure Time Zone
Africa/Johannesburg
Arrival Time Zone
Africa/Nairobi
Flight times shown account for local time zones at departure and arrival airports.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the flight from Cape Town to Nairobi?
A direct flight from Cape Town to Nairobi takes around 5h 4m. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.
What is the distance from Cape Town to Nairobi?
The distance from Cape Town to Nairobi is about 4,105 kilometers (2,551 miles) as the crow flies.
Is there a direct flight from Cape Town to Nairobi?
Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 5h 4m. On an itinerary with a connection, add the time spent on the ground at the layover airport.
Return Flight
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