GAS
Garissa
Kenya
13,001 km
8,079 miles
MIA
Miami
United States
Distance
13,001 km
8,079 mi / 7,020 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Africa/Nairobi
Heading
299°
west northwest

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GAS MIA
Airport Name Garissa Airport Miami International Airport
IATA Code GAS MIA
ICAO Code HKGA KMIA
City Garissa Miami
Country Kenya United States
Timezone Africa/Nairobi America/New_York
Elevation 475 ft 9 ft
Coordinates -0.460000, 39.650000 25.800000, -80.290000

Garissa (GAS) to Miami (MIA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Garissa Airport (GAS) in Garissa, Kenya to Miami International Airport (MIA) in Miami, United States is 13,001 kilometers (8,079 miles / 7,020 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west northwest at a heading of 299°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 12:19 in Garissa, it's 04:19 in Miami. 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.

The return flight from Miami (MIA) to Garissa (GAS) follows a heading of 76° (east 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 Garissa Airport (GAS) and Miami International Airport (MIA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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