Nairobi to Jimma flights
Jimma lies 996 km (619 mi) north of Nairobi, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 2 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Nairobi | Jimma | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Kenya | Ethiopia |
| Population | 4.4 million | 250,900 |
| Elevation | 1,684 m (5,525 ft) | 1,719 m (5,640 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Nairobi) | UTC+3 (Africa/Addis_Ababa) |
| Nearest large airport | NBO, 13 km out | JIM, 2 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Jimma
Crossing from Kenya into Ethiopia: money changes from the Shilling to the Birr (ETB); traffic switches to the right; sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, Euro, SN 441011, Schuko, Type E, Type L; the dialling code becomes +251; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648865 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648866.
Airports at each end
Leaving Nairobi
Nairobi is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), 13 km (8 mi) from the centre, whose 13,507-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL, 4 km).
Arriving in Jimma
Jimma is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Jimma Airport (JIM), 2 km (1 mi) from the centre, whose 10,236-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jimma Airport (regional) | JIM | 2 km (1 mi) | 10,236 ft | 5,500 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Jimma from Nairobi?
996 km (619 mi) in a straight line, north of Nairobi.
How long does it take to get from Nairobi to Jimma by air?
About 2 h 2 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Nairobi and Jimma?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Nairobi to Jimma flights?
Typically Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Jimma Airport (JIM).
What currency do I need in Jimma?
The Birr (ETB).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.