The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Alto Palena Airport (WAP) in Alto Palena, Chile is 11,399 kilometers (7,083 miles / 6,155 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying southwest at a heading of 225°.

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 Chile. 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 07:57 in Nairobi, it's 01:57 in Alto Palena. 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 4,536 feet between the two airports. Alto Palena 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 Alto Palena (WAP) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 104° (east southeast). 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 Alto Palena Airport (WAP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.