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Distance from Mumbai to Nairobi

Straight line

4,540 km
2,821 mi · 2,452 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 6 h 11 min

Direction

WSW 244°
initial bearing

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How far is Mumbai from Nairobi?

Mumbai (India) and Nairobi (Kenya) are very far apart: 4,540 km in a straight line, that is 2,821 miles or 2,452 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Mumbai, Nairobi lies to the south-west (initial bearing 244°). The route crosses from India into Kenya. The halfway point is at 9.3459°, 54.3256°.

A direct flight would take about 6 h 11 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 Mumbai from Nairobi?

The straight-line distance between Mumbai and Nairobi is 4,540 km (2,821 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Nairobi from Mumbai?

Nairobi is to the south-west of Mumbai, at an initial bearing of 244°.

How long is the flight from Mumbai to Nairobi?

A direct flight would take about 6 h 11 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.