The flight distance from Forquilhinha - Criciuma Airport (CCM) in Criciuma, Brazil to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 9,581 kilometers (5,953 miles / 5,173 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east at a heading of 89°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:30 in Criciuma, it's 23:30 in Nairobi. 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 5,237 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Forquilhinha - Criciuma Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Criciuma (CCM) follows a heading of 241° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Forquilhinha - Criciuma Airport (CCM) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.