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Distance from Nairobi to Casablanca

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Nairobi, Kenya to Casablanca, Morocco
Distance
6045 km
3756 miles
Flight Time
7h 33m
Direct flight (estimated)
Direction
Northwest
From Nairobi
Time Difference
2 hour(s)
UTC+3 vs UTC+1

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City Information

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Nairobi

Kenya
Population: 4.9 million
Airport: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Time Zone: UTC+3
Language: English, Swahili
Currency: Kenyan Shilling (KES)
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Casablanca

Morocco
Population: 3.8 million
Airport: Mohammed V International Airport (CMN)
Time Zone: UTC+1
Language: Arabic, French
Currency: Moroccan Dirham (MAD)

About This Route

The distance between Nairobi and Casablanca is approximately 6045 kilometers (3756 miles) as the crow flies. This is the straight-line distance (great circle distance) calculated using the Haversine formula.

When traveling from Nairobi (NBO) to Casablanca (CMN), you'll be heading northwest. The estimated flight time for a direct flight is approximately 7h 33m, based on an average commercial aircraft cruising speed of 800 km/h (500 mph).

Flight Information

From: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is the main international gateway serving Nairobi. The airport code is NBO.

To: Mohammed V International Airport (CMN) serves Casablanca with code CMN.

Important: Actual flight times may vary based on wind conditions, flight paths, and whether the flight is direct or includes stops. Always check with airlines for exact schedules and routes.

About Nairobi, Kenya

Kenya's capital and East Africa's most important business hub. Known as the 'Green City in the Sun,' Nairobi uniquely combines urban sophistication with nearby wildlife reserves.

Top Attractions: Nairobi National Park, Giraffe Centre, David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, Karen Blixen Museum, Maasai Market

About Casablanca, Morocco

Morocco's largest city and economic heart, Casablanca is a modern metropolis with French colonial architecture. The city is famous for its massive Hassan II Mosque and as North Africa's chief port.

Top Attractions: Hassan II Mosque, Morocco Mall, Old Medina, Corniche, Rick's Café, Arab League Park

Travel Tips

  • Time Difference: Nairobi is in UTC+3 while Casablanca is in UTC+1. Plan your communications accordingly.
  • Currency: Nairobi uses Kenyan Shilling (KES) while Casablanca uses Moroccan Dirham (MAD). Exchange rates fluctuate, so check current rates before travel.
  • Language: In Nairobi, English, Swahili is spoken. In Casablanca, you'll hear Arabic, French.
  • Visa Requirements: Check our visa requirements tool for entry requirements between Kenya and Morocco.

Alternative Routes

While the straight-line distance is 6045 km, actual flight paths may be longer due to air traffic routes, weather conditions, and航空regulations. Some flights may include stops at major African hubs depending on airline and schedule.

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