Direct (nonstop) flights from Nairobi to Luanda

1 airline flys nonstop from Jomo Kenyatta International (NBO) to Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Airport (NBJ). It's 1,698 miles (2,732 km), about 3h 58m in the air. Operated by TAAG.

NBO
Jomo Kenyatta International
🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya
NBJ
Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Airport
🇦🇴 Luanda, Angola
Flight Time
3h 58m
Distance
1,698 mi
2,732 km
CO₂/pax
287 kg
−55 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
TAAG
Time Diff
-2h
Operated by TAAG TAAG

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

TAAG DT TAAG
Route
NBO → NBJ
Flight Time
3h 58m
Distance
1,698 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Nairobi to Luanda with one stop · direct emits 287 kg CO₂ per passenger

NBO FIH (Kinshasa) NBJ
Leg 1: 3h 20m (1,499 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (347 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 342 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NBO → FIH
3h 20m · 1,499 mi
View NBO to FIH flights →
Leg 2
FIH → NBJ
1h 15m · 347 mi
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NBO ADD (Addis Ababa) NBJ
Leg 1: 2h (720 mi) Leg 2: 4h 45m (2,138 mi) Total: ~6h 45m 🍃 519 kg CO₂ (+81% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NBO → ADD
2h · 720 mi
View NBO to ADD flights →
Leg 2
ADD → NBJ
4h 45m · 2,138 mi
View ADD to NBJ flights →
NBO JNB (Johannesburg) NBJ
Leg 1: 4h 15m (1,801 mi) Leg 2: 3h 50m (1,522 mi) Total: ~8h 5m 🍃 586 kg CO₂ (+104% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NBO → JNB
4h 15m · 1,801 mi
View NBO to JNB flights →
Leg 2
JNB → NBJ
3h 50m · 1,522 mi
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NBO LOS (Lagos) NBJ
Leg 1: 5h 15m (2,382 mi) Leg 2: 3h 25m (1,283 mi) Total: ~8h 40m 🍃 645 kg CO₂ (+125% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NBO → LOS
5h 15m · 2,382 mi
View NBO to LOS flights →
Leg 2
LOS → NBJ
3h 25m · 1,283 mi
View LOS to NBJ flights →
NBO LFW (Lome) NBJ
Leg 1: 5h 35m (2,517 mi) Leg 2: 3h 25m (1,344 mi) Total: ~9h 🍃 637 kg CO₂ (+122% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NBO → LFW
5h 35m · 2,517 mi
View NBO to LFW flights →
Leg 2
LFW → NBJ
3h 25m · 1,344 mi
View LFW to NBJ flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Nairobi to Luanda?

A nonstop flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Luanda (NBJ) takes approximately 3 hours and 58 minutes. The distance is 1,698 miles (2,732 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Nairobi to Luanda?

Just TAAG.

Is there a nonstop flight from Nairobi to Luanda?

Yes. 1 airline: TAAG.

How far is Nairobi from Luanda?

The flight distance from Nairobi to Luanda is 1,698 miles (2,732 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What is the time difference between Nairobi and Luanda?

Luanda is 2 hours behind Nairobi. (Africa/Nairobi vs Africa/Luanda.)

What type of aircraft flies from Nairobi to Luanda?

At 3h 58m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Kenya to Angola?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Angola embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Nairobi to Luanda?

Roughly 287 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,435 km.

Is the return flight from Luanda to Nairobi also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Luanda?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.