Nairobi to New York Flights
Flights from Nairobi (NBO) to New York (NYC) connect Kenya and United States. The great-circle distance is approximately 11,837 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 16 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include NBO and NYC, JFK, EWR, LGA. The reverse route is New York to Nairobi. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Destination
- New York, United States
- Distance
- 11,837 km
- Typical duration
- about 16 hours
- Origin codes
- NBO
- Destination codes
- NYC, JFK, EWR, LGA
- Primary keyword
- flights from Nairobi to New York
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Route overview
Nairobi to New York is a city-pair air route between Kenya and United States. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are NBO and NYC. Related codes: NBO → NYC, JFK, EWR, LGA.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 11,837 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 16 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Nairobi airports and metro codes: NBO.
New York airports and metro codes: NYC, JFK, EWR, LGA.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route New York to Nairobi, other destinations from Nairobi, and other origins into New York.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Nairobi to New York?
Direct flights from Nairobi to New York typically take about 16 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Nairobi to New York?
The great-circle distance between Nairobi and New York is approximately 11,837 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Nairobi to New York?
Nairobi is commonly searched with code NBO (related: NBO). New York is commonly searched with code NYC (related: NYC, JFK, EWR, LGA).
Are there direct flights from Nairobi to New York?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from New York to Nairobi?
The reverse city pair is New York to Nairobi. Distance is the same great-circle measure (11,837 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Nairobi to New York route connect?
This route connects Kenya (Nairobi) with United States (New York).
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