Airport Comparison
Nairobi (NBO) to Yuma (YUM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Yuma Mcas/Yuma International Airport (YUM) in Yuma, United States is 15,434 kilometers (9,590 miles / 8,333 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying northwest at a heading of 322°.
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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:36 in Nairobi, it's 02:36 in Yuma. With a 10-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 5,117 feet between the two airports. Yuma Mcas/Yuma International 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 Yuma (YUM) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 46° (northeast). 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 Yuma Mcas/Yuma International Airport (YUM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.