Nairobi to Pointe-Noire flights
Pointe-Noire lies 2,797 km (1,738 mi) west of Nairobi, -2 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 4 h 20 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.
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| Nairobi | Pointe-Noire | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Kenya | Republic of the Congo |
| Population | 4.4 million | 1 million |
| Elevation | 1,684 m (5,525 ft) | 12 m (39 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Nairobi) | UTC+1 (Africa/Brazzaville) |
| Nearest large airport | NBO, 13 km out | PNR, 5 km out |
Clocks in Pointe-Noire are 2 h behind Nairobi right now, so a 4 h 20 min journey lands only 2 h 20 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Pointe-Noire
Crossing from Kenya into Republic of the Congo: money changes from the Shilling to the Franc (XAF); traffic switches to the right; sockets are Euro, Type E; the dialling code becomes +242; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q11185210 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q4547615.
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 Pointe-Noire
Pointe-Noire is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Antonio Agostinho-Neto International Airport (PNR), 5 km (3 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,530 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Cabinda Airport (CAB, 98 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antonio Agostinho-Neto International Airport | PNR | 5 km (3 mi) | 8,530 ft | 55 ft |
| Cabinda Airport (regional) | CAB | 98 km (61 mi) | 8,202 ft | 66 ft |
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Staying in Pointe-Noire
Our booking partner lists 86 places to stay in Pointe-Noire. Of the 27 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (15), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 413 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Pointe-Noire from Nairobi?
2,797 km (1,738 mi) in a straight line, west of Nairobi.
How long does it take to get from Nairobi to Pointe-Noire by air?
About 4 h 20 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 Pointe-Noire?
Pointe-Noire is 2 h behind at the moment (Africa/Brazzaville against Africa/Nairobi).
Which airports are used for Nairobi to Pointe-Noire flights?
Typically Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Antonio Agostinho-Neto International Airport (PNR); Pointe-Noire also has CAB.
What currency do I need in Pointe-Noire?
The Franc (XAF).
Where can I stay in Pointe-Noire?
Our booking partner lists 86 places to stay in Pointe-Noire, bookable on this site.
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.