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Distance from Delhi to Nairobi

5,431 km (3,375 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies

5,431 km

Kilometers

3,375 miles

Miles

~6h 53m

Est. Flight

2.5h

Time Difference

Delhi

India
Area: 1,484 km²
Population: 16.79M
Timezone: UTC+5.5
Elevation: 216m

Nairobi

Kenya
Area: 696 km²
Population: 4.73M
Timezone: UTC+3
Elevation: 1661m

Delhi and Nairobi sit on different continents, with a straight-line distance that would take roughly 6h 53m by commercial jet.

Delhi is known for Red Fort and Qutub Minar, while Nairobi is famous for Nairobi National Park and Safari tourism.

In terms of city area, Delhi is 2.1x larger than Nairobi. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Delhi from Nairobi?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Delhi to Nairobi is 5,431 km (3,375 miles).

How long is the flight from Delhi to Nairobi?

A direct flight would take approximately 6h 53m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.

Is Delhi bigger than Nairobi?

Delhi is larger at 1,484 km², compared to 696 km².

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