The flight distance from Avu Avu Airport (AVU) in Avu Avu Airport, Solomon Islands to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 13,637 kilometers (8,474 miles / 7,363 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west at a heading of 262°.

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 Solomon Islands with Kenya. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:23 in Avu Avu Airport, it's 15:23 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 5,305 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Avu Avu Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Avu Avu Airport (AVU) follows a heading of 103° (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 Avu Avu Airport (AVU) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.