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Distance from Buenos Aires to Nairobi

Straight line

10,409 km
6,468 mi · 5,620 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 13 h 31 min

Direction

E 94°
initial bearing

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How far is Buenos Aires from Nairobi?

Buenos Aires (Argentina) and Nairobi (Kenya) are very far apart: 10,409 km in a straight line, that is 6,468 miles or 5,620 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Buenos Aires, Nairobi lies to the east (initial bearing 94°). The route crosses from Argentina into Kenya. The halfway point is at -25.5323°, -4.7194°.

A direct flight would take about 13 h 31 min (800 km/h cruise plus take-off and landing). The road distance and driving time are calculated on the map from OpenStreetMap roads.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Buenos Aires from Nairobi?

The straight-line distance between Buenos Aires and Nairobi is 10,409 km (6,468 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Nairobi from Buenos Aires?

Nairobi is to the east of Buenos Aires, at an initial bearing of 94°.

How long is the flight from Buenos Aires to Nairobi?

A direct flight would take about 13 h 31 min at an average cruising speed of 800 km/h.

How is the distance calculated?

The straight-line distance is computed on the WGS84 ellipsoid with the Vincenty formula, accurate to the metre. The road distance comes from OpenStreetMap roads.