The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Richmond Airport (RCM) in Richmond Airport, Australia is 11,635 kilometers (7,229 miles / 6,282 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east southeast at a heading of 112°.

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 Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:57 in Nairobi, it's 16:57 in Richmond Airport. 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 4,654 feet between the two airports. Richmond 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 Richmond Airport (RCM) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 263° (west). 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 Richmond Airport (RCM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.