IAD
Washington
United States
12,007 km
7,461 miles
RBT
Marsabit
Kenya
Distance
12,007 km
7,461 mi / 6,483 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/New_York
Heading
71°
east northeast

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IAD RBT
Airport Name Washington Dulles International Airport Segel Airport
IATA Code IAD RBT
ICAO Code KIAD HKMB
City Washington Marsabit
Country United States Kenya
Timezone America/New_York Africa/Nairobi
Elevation 312 ft 4,395 ft
Coordinates 38.900000, -77.500000 2.350000, 37.980000

Washington (IAD) to Marsabit (RBT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Segel Airport (RBT) in Marsabit, Kenya is 12,007 kilometers (7,461 miles / 6,483 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east northeast at a heading of 71°.

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 10:04 in Washington, it's 18:04 in Marsabit. 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 4,083 feet between the two airports. Segel Airport sits higher than Washington Dulles International Airport.

The return flight from Marsabit (RBT) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 312° (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 Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Segel Airport (RBT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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