How long is the flight from Nairobi to Cape Town?
🛫 From
Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
NBO | KE
Departure: 04:48 PM GMT+3
🛬 To
Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport
CPT | ZA
Arrival: 08:52 PM GMT+2
⏱️ Flight Time
5h 4m
📍 Distance
4,105 kilometers
(2,551 miles)
Route Details
The flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town 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/Nairobi
Arrival Time Zone
Africa/Johannesburg
Flight times shown account for local time zones at departure and arrival airports.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the flight from Nairobi to Cape Town?
A direct flight from Nairobi to Cape Town takes around 5h 4m. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.
What is the distance from Nairobi to Cape Town?
The distance from Nairobi to Cape Town is about 4,105 kilometers (2,551 miles) as the crow flies.
Is there a direct flight from Nairobi to Cape Town?
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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