Seoul (ICN) to Nairobi (NBO)

Flight Distance & Air Miles

✈️ 6,248

miles

10,055

kilometers

5,429

nautical miles

🕐 12h 24m

Flight Time

🧭 W (269°)

Direction

🌍 -6h

Time Difference

💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn

Airline	Base Miles	Elite Bonus	Elite Total
🇺🇸 American Airlines AAdvantage	6,248	+3,749	9,997 Platinum
🔺 Delta Air Lines SkyMiles	6,248	+3,749	9,997 Gold Medallion
⭐ United Airlines MileagePlus	6,248	+3,124	9,372 Premier Gold
❤️ Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards	6,248	+3,124	9,372 A-List Preferred
🏔️ Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan	6,248	+6,248	12,496 MVP Gold
🔵 JetBlue Airways TrueBlue	6,248	+3,124	9,372 Mosaic

* Elite bonus miles shown for mid-tier status. Actual miles earned depend on your fare class and elite status level.

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💡 Did You Know?

When you land in Nairobi, your watch will be 6 hours behind. Don't forget to adjust for jet lag!

✈️ Flight Details

The ICN to NBO route connects Seoul, South Korea with Nairobi, Kenya. This long-haul flight covers 6,248 miles and typically uses wide-body aircraft like Boeing 777 or Airbus A350.

This international flight crosses from South Korea to Kenya. Remember to check passport and visa requirements. The flight follows a W bearing of 269° from Seoul. There is a 6 hour time difference between the airports.

🛫 About ICN

Incheon International Airport

Incheon International Airport (ICN) serves Seoul, South Korea.

🛬 About NBO

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) serves Nairobi, Kenya.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

The flight distance from Incheon International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is 6,248 miles (10,055 kilometers). This is the great circle distance - the shortest path between the two airports.

Direct flights from ICN to NBO typically take around 12h 24m. Return flights may vary slightly due to prevailing winds.

You'll earn approximately 6,248 base miles on most airline loyalty programs. Elite status members earn bonus miles on top of this base amount.

Multiple airlines typically operate this route. Check with major carriers including American, Delta, United, and other airlines that serve these airports.