The flight distance from Adak Airport (ADK) in Adak Island, United States to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 13,584 kilometers (8,441 miles / 7,335 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northwest at a heading of 319°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United States with Kenya. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:45 in Adak Island, it's 10:45 in Nairobi. With a 12-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,311 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Adak Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Adak Island (ADK) follows a heading of 24° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Adak Airport (ADK) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.