Airport Comparison
Grande Anse (DSD) to Nairobi (NBO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from La Desirade Airport (DSD) in Grande Anse, GP to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 10,904 kilometers (6,775 miles / 5,887 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east at a heading of 89°.
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 GP 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 23:54 in Grande Anse, it's 06:54 in Nairobi. With a 7-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 5,320 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than La Desirade Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Grande Anse (DSD) follows a heading of 286° (west 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 La Desirade Airport (DSD) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.