The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Tonghua Sanyuanpu Airport (TNH) in Tonghua, China is 10,005 kilometers (6,217 miles / 5,402 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northeast at a heading of 48°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 00:56 in Nairobi, it's 05:56 in Tonghua. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,130 feet between the two airports. Tonghua Sanyuanpu 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 Tonghua (TNH) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 268° (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 Tonghua Sanyuanpu Airport (TNH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.