Guangzhou (Huadu) to Nairobi (CAN–NBO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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CZ China Southern
789
12:55 AM
CST TT2
7:05 AM
EAT
11h 10m
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CZ China Southern
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Guangzhou (Huadu) to Nairobi
1 carrier, 2 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 2 Flights/wk 5,393 mi 11h 10m nonstop -5h behind 14 1-stop hubs

CAN–NBO is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 5,393 miles in approximately 11h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 14 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop CAN–NBO service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
CZ China Southern Airlines 2 789 11h10 – SkyTeam –
Aircraft on this route
789 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner – CZ
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: CZ (2 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, CAN to NBO direction.
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Tue
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Wed
0
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Fri
1
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Sat
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Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
2
Outbound / wk
2
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for CAN to NBO.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
14
Hubs
~17h
Fastest
~46h
Longest
BAH ~17h 0m BKK ~23h 52m CSX ~24h 30m CDG ~25h 35m DXB ~25h 51m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
838
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-5h
Nairobi is 5 hours behind Guangzhou (Huadu).
CAN: CST · NBO: EAT

When it's 6:00 PM in Guangzhou (Huadu), it's 1:00 PM in Nairobi.
Distance & Flight Time
5,393 mi / 8,679 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 11h 10m.
Visa & Entry

Chinese passport holders must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) before traveling to Kenya. The eTA application is submitted online at least 5 business days before departure through the official portal at etakenya.go.ke. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months with at least one blank page. The standard single-entry eTA permits a stay of up to 90 days.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to CAN

Metro Line 3 North Extension runs directly to T1 and T2 from Tianhe and the city centre (30–40 min from Guangzhou East station, ¥8–10). Road traffic in Guangzhou is consistently heavy; the metro avoids it.Airport shuttle buses depart from multiple city zones including the Civil Aviation ticket office in Liuhua (¥26, 40–60 min). Taxis cost ¥80–130 from the urban core and take 40–70 minutes depending on which ring road is moving. DiDi is cheaper and widely used.

Facts

CAN–NBO Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Guangzhou (Huadu) to Nairobi route.
Route details
Distance5,393 mi / 8,679 km
Flight time11h 10m
Time difference-5 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights2 out / 2 return
1-stop connections14 hubs
Origin: CAN
Full nameGuangzhou Baiyun International Airport
IATA / ICAOCAN / ZGGG
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr76.4M
Elevation50 ft / 15 m
Destination: NBO
Full nameJomo Kenyatta International Airport
IATA / ICAONBO / HKJK
TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi
Passengers/yr8.2M
Elevation5,330 ft / 1,625 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about CAN to NBO flights.
Nonstop flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport take approximately 11h 10m. The route covers 5,393 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: China Southern Airlines.
There are approximately 2 nonstop flights per week from CAN to NBO. The return direction has about 2 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BAH, BKK, CSX, CDG, DXB, FRA, IST, DOH, LHR, JED, AMS, CAI, ADD and JFK. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nairobi is 5 hours behind Guangzhou (Huadu).
Yes, return flights from NBO to CAN are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from CAN to NBO

Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) are connected by nonstop service from China Southern Airlines. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

CAN to NBO Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from CAN to NBO ranges from 11 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 5,393 miles (8,679 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 4 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

14 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 17 hours via BAH. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.