Airport Comparison
Nairobi (NBO) to Teofilo Otoni (TFL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Juscelino Kubitscheck Airport (TFL) in Teofilo Otoni, Brazil is 8,739 kilometers (5,430 miles / 4,719 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west southwest at a heading of 252°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Kenya with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 07:04 in Nairobi, it's 01:04 in Teofilo Otoni. With a 6-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 3,758 feet between the two airports. Juscelino Kubitscheck 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 Teofilo Otoni (TFL) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 88° (east). 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 Juscelino Kubitscheck Airport (TFL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.