The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Mombasa Moi International Airport (MBA) in Mombasa, Kenya is 12,613 kilometers (7,837 miles / 6,811 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east northeast at a heading of 75°.

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 23:03 in Washington, it's 07:03 in Mombasa. 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 Mombasa (MBA) to Washington (IAD) 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 Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Mombasa Moi International Airport (MBA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.