Ruiru to Malindi flights
Malindi lies 420 km (261 mi) south-east of Ruiru, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 17 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.
| Ruiru | Malindi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Kenya | Kenya |
| Population | 490,120 | 119,859 |
| Elevation | 1,531 m (5,023 ft) | 7 m (23 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Nairobi) | UTC+3 (Africa/Nairobi) |
| Nearest large airport | NBO, 19 km out | MYD, 2 km out |
| Postal codes | 00232 | 80200 |
Airports at each end
Leaving Ruiru
Ruiru is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), 19 km (12 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, 25 km).
Arriving in Malindi
Malindi is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Malindi International Airport (MYD), 2 km (1 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 4,600 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malindi International Airport (regional) | MYD | 2 km (1 mi) | 4,600 ft | 80 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Malindi from Ruiru?
420 km (261 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Ruiru.
How long does it take to get from Ruiru to Malindi by air?
About 1 h 17 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ruiru and Malindi?
No, both are on Africa/Nairobi at the moment.
Which airports are used for Ruiru to Malindi flights?
Typically Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Malindi International Airport (MYD).
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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.