How long is the LH590 flight?

The timetable allows 8 h 30 min. Frankfurt to Nairobi is 6,317 km (3,925 mi).

Which terminal does LH590 use?

It usually leaves from Terminal 1 at Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and arrives at Terminal 1B at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.

What other flight numbers does LH590 have?

Also listed as DLH590 (Lufthansa's ICAO code) and LH 590.

Can I get compensation if LH590 is delayed or cancelled?

Up to €600 per passenger may be due under EU261 when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Departing the EU, this flight is covered by EU261.

LH590 Flight Status Lufthansa: Frankfurt to Nairobi (DLH590)

Lufthansa LH 590

En-Route, Arriving in 4h40'

FRA Frankfurt

Scheduled: 11:40
Actual: 12:08

Terminal: 1 | Gate: B22

Departure: Mon, Nov 9, 2026 · local time CET

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NBO Nairobi

Scheduled: 22:10
Estimated: 22:13
Delay

Terminal: 1B

Arrival: Mon, Nov 9, 2026 · local time UTC+3

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

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Departed 3h 24m ago · lands in 4h 40m 42%

FRA 12:08 NBO 22:13

2,663 km (1,655 mi) flown · 3,654 km (2,270 mi) to go

Estimated position based on departure and arrival times, not live tracking. Times are local at each airport.

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Distance: 6317 km / 3925 miles · Scheduled Duration: 08:30 · Typical Duration: 08:20

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LH 590 Flight Status & Schedule Lufthansa Frankfurt to Nairobi

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Nov 09	FRA	NBO	12:08	22:13	En-Route	Track >
Nov 08	FRA	NBO	12:02	22:10	Landed	Track >
Nov 07	FRA	NBO	12:22	22:46	Landed Late	Track >
Nov 06	FRA	NBO	12:06	22:30	Landed Late	Track >
Nov 05	FRA	NBO	11:57	22:11	Landed	Track >
Nov 04	FRA	NBO	11:57	22:24	Landed	Track >
Nov 03	FRA	NBO	11:55	22:16	Landed	Track >
Nov 02	FRA	NBO	12:47	23:04	Delayed	Track >
Nov 01	FRA	NBO	12:29	22:29	Landed Late	Track >
Oct 31	FRA	NBO	11:53	22:50	Delayed	Track >

Lufthansa flight LH 590 links Frankfurt and Nairobi, 6,317 km (3,925 mi) apart, and flies daily. It usually takes about 8 h 20 min, close to the 8 h 30 min in the timetable. Today it left at 12:08, 28 minutes late, and is due in Nairobi at 22:13, 3 minutes late.

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About LH 590

Route: Frankfurt Airport FRA to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport NBO
Distance: 6,317 km (3,925 mi)
Typical flight time: 8 h 20 min
Flies: Daily
On time: 4 of the last 7
Average delay when late: 25 min
Usually departs from: Terminal 1

Departing the EU, this flight is covered by EU261. Compensation of up to €600 per passenger can apply when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled.

LH 590 FAQ

How long is the LH590 flight?: The timetable allows 8 h 30 min. Frankfurt to Nairobi is 6,317 km (3,925 mi).
How often is LH590 late?: 3 of the last 7 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late; when late, by 25 minutes on average.
Which days does LH590 fly?: Daily: it was scheduled on each of the last 7 days.
Which terminal does LH590 use?: It usually leaves from Terminal 1 at Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and arrives at Terminal 1B at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does LH590 have?: Also listed as DLH590 (Lufthansa's ICAO code) and LH 590.
Can I get compensation if LH590 is delayed or cancelled?: Up to €600 per passenger may be due under EU261 when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Departing the EU, this flight is covered by EU261.

LH590 and Frankfurt FRA to Nairobi NBO Flights

Flight LH590 is code-shared by 4 airlines using the flight numbers AC9610, LX4026, SN7208, UA8729

Other flights departing from Frankfurt FRA: PC994, NH204, 4Y64, DE2228

Other flights arriving at Nairobi NBO: KQ763, KQ793, KQ475

All flights connecting Frankfurt FRA to Nairobi NBO.