The flight distance from Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) in Dallas-Fort Worth, United States to Kisumu Airport (KIS) in Kisumu, Kenya is 13,796 kilometers (8,572 miles / 7,449 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east northeast at a heading of 64°.

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 20:19 in Dallas-Fort Worth, it's 04:19 in Kisumu. With a 8-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 3,128 feet between the two airports. Kisumu Airport sits higher than Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport.

The return flight from Kisumu (KIS) to Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) follows a heading of 311° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and Kisumu Airport (KIS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.