The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Taichung Airport (TXG) in Taichung City, Taiwan is 9,431 kilometers (5,860 miles / 5,093 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east northeast at a heading of 66°.

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 Taiwan. 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 07:59 in Nairobi, it's 12:59 in Taichung City. 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 4,961 feet between the two airports. Taichung 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 Taichung City (TXG) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 266° (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 Taichung Airport (TXG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.