The flight distance from Liberal Mid-America Regional Airport (LBL) in Liberal, United States to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 14,154 kilometers (8,795 miles / 7,643 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east northeast at a heading of 57°.

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 18:34 in Liberal, it's 03:34 in Nairobi. With a 9-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 2,445 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Liberal Mid-America Regional Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Liberal (LBL) follows a heading of 318° (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 Liberal Mid-America Regional Airport (LBL) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.