The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Port Alsworth Airport (PTA) in Port Alsworth, United States is 13,397 kilometers (8,325 miles / 7,234 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north at a heading of 6°.

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 01:07 in Nairobi, it's 13:07 in Port Alsworth. With a 12-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 5,050 feet between the two airports. Port Alsworth Airport sits lower than Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Port Alsworth (PTA) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 347° (north 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 Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) and Port Alsworth Airport (PTA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.