The flight distance from Nashville International Airport (BNA) in Nashville, United States to Burao Airport (BUO) in Burao, Somalia is 12,895 kilometers (8,012 miles / 6,963 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 54°.

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 Somalia. 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 02:47 in Nashville, it's 11:47 in Burao. With a 9-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 2,801 feet between the two airports. Burao Airport sits higher than Nashville International Airport.

The return flight from Burao (BUO) to Nashville (BNA) follows a heading of 318° (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 Nashville International Airport (BNA) and Burao Airport (BUO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.