GGM
Kakamega
Kenya
9,192 km
5,712 miles
PER
Perth
Australia
Distance
9,192 km
5,712 mi / 4,963 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Africa/Nairobi
Heading
122°
east southeast

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GGM PER
Airport Name Kakamega Airport Perth International Airport
IATA Code GGM PER
ICAO Code HKKG YPPH
City Kakamega Perth
Country Kenya Australia
Timezone Africa/Nairobi Australia/Perth
Elevation 5,020 ft 67 ft
Coordinates 0.270000, 34.790000 -31.940000, 115.970000

Kakamega (GGM) to Perth (PER) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kakamega Airport (GGM) in Kakamega, Kenya to Perth International Airport (PER) in Perth, Australia is 9,192 kilometers (5,712 miles / 4,963 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east southeast at a heading of 122°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 18:03 in Kakamega, it's 23:03 in Perth. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,953 feet between the two airports. Perth International Airport sits lower than Kakamega Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Perth (PER) to Kakamega (GGM) follows a heading of 275° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Kakamega Airport (GGM) and Perth International Airport (PER) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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