Colombo to Nairobi (CMB–NBO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Colombo to Nairobi
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-2.5h behind 14 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between CMB and NBO, connecting options are available through 14 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for CMB to NBO.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
14
Hubs
~11h
Fastest
~37h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
605
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
-2.5h
Nairobi is 2.5 hours behind Colombo.
CMB: +0530 · NBO: EAT

When it's 6:00 PM in Colombo, it's 3.5:00 PM in Nairobi.
Facts

CMB–NBO Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Colombo to Nairobi route.
Route details
Time difference-2.5 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections14 hubs
Origin: CMB
Full nameBandaranaike International Colombo Airport
IATA / ICAOCMB / VCBI
TimezoneAsia/Colombo
Passengers/yr8.8M
Elevation30 ft / 9 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 CMB to NBO flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MCT, SHJ, BOM, CAN, AUH, DXB, DOH, FRA, IST, BKK, JED, RUH, LHR and CDG. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nairobi is 2.5 hours behind Colombo.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

14 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 11 hours via MCT. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.