The flight distance from Key West International Airport (EYW) in Key West, United States to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 12,953 kilometers (8,049 miles / 6,994 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east northeast at a heading of 78°.

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 19:10 in Key West, it's 02:10 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 5,327 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Key West International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Key West (EYW) follows a heading of 297° (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 Key West International Airport (EYW) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.