Nairobi to Guangzhou (Huadu) (NBO–CAN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
NBO–CAN is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines and Kenya Airways lead the route. The flight covers 5,393 miles in approximately 10h 23m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 4 | 789 | 11h15 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| KQ Kenya Airways | 2 | 788 | 9h30 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
NBO: EAT · CAN: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Nairobi, it's 11:00 PM in Guangzhou (Huadu).
Metro Line 3 North Extension connects T1 and T2 to the city centre (30–40 min, ¥8–10). Trains run until around midnight. Airport shuttle buses serve Guangzhou East, Tianhe Coach Terminal, and other zones (¥26–36, 40–70 min).Taxis from the arrivals area use a meter; Guangzhou city centre costs ¥80–130 with highway tolls added. DiDi ride-hail is widely available and typically costs less. High-speed rail connections to Shenzhen, Hong Kong, and other Pearl River Delta cities are available from Guangzhou South station (metro transfer required).
Subtropical monsoon climate. Summers are long, hot, and extremely humid (28–35°C from May–September) with heavy rain and typhoon risk. Tropical storms regularly cause cancellations in July and August. Winters are mild and dry (8–18°C) with some fog in January–February that can delay departures.
Spring (March–April) is warm but wet with persistent drizzle. Autumn (October–November) is the most comfortable period with lower humidity and clear skies. Air quality varies. Pollution combined with humidity creates haze that occasionally reduces visibility.
NBO–CAN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from NBO to CAN
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) and Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) are connected by nonstop service from China Southern Airlines and Kenya Airways. With 6 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
NBO to CAN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from NBO to CAN is about 10 hours 23 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 5,393 miles (8,679 km). There are approximately 6 weekly flights outbound and 4 return, totaling 10 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Addis Ababa Bole, Suvarnabhumi and Bahrain. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.