The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Senador Petronio Portela Airport (THE) in Teresina, Brazil is 8,859 kilometers (5,505 miles / 4,784 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west at a heading of 265°.

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 22:03 in Nairobi, it's 16:03 in Teresina. 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 5,111 feet between the two airports. Senador Petronio Portela 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 Teresina (THE) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 90° (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 Senador Petronio Portela Airport (THE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.