The flight distance from Ann Arbor Municipal Airport (ARB) in Ann Arbor, United States to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 12,582 kilometers (7,818 miles / 6,794 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east northeast at a heading of 69°.

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 United States with Kenya. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:33 in Ann Arbor, it's 17:33 in Nairobi. With a 8-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 4,491 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Ann Arbor Municipal Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Ann Arbor (ARB) follows a heading of 316° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Ann Arbor Municipal Airport (ARB) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.