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Distance from Nairobi to Khartoum

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Nairobi, Kenya to Khartoum, Sudan
Distance
1924 km
1196 miles
Flight Time
2h 24m
Direct flight (estimated)
Direction
North
From Nairobi
Time Difference
1 hour(s)
UTC+3 vs UTC+2

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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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Khartoum

Sudan
Population: 6.0 million
Airport: Khartoum International Airport (KRT)
Time Zone: UTC+2
Language: Arabic, English
Currency: Sudanese Pound (SDG)

About This Route

The distance between Nairobi and Khartoum is approximately 1924 kilometers (1196 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 Khartoum (KRT), you'll be heading north. The estimated flight time for a direct flight is approximately 2h 24m, 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: Khartoum International Airport (KRT) serves Khartoum with code KRT.

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 Khartoum, Sudan

Sudan's capital located at the confluence of the Blue and White Nile rivers. A historic city that served as an important center during British colonial rule and remains Sudan's political and commercial hub.

Top Attractions: National Museum of Sudan, Nile confluence, Omdurman Souk, Presidential Palace Mosque, Tuti Island

Travel Tips

  • Time Difference: Nairobi is in UTC+3 while Khartoum is in UTC+2. Plan your communications accordingly.
  • Currency: Nairobi uses Kenyan Shilling (KES) while Khartoum uses Sudanese Pound (SDG). Exchange rates fluctuate, so check current rates before travel.
  • Language: In Nairobi, English, Swahili is spoken. In Khartoum, you'll hear Arabic, English.
  • Visa Requirements: Check our visa requirements tool for entry requirements between Kenya and Sudan.

Alternative Routes

While the straight-line distance is 1924 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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