The flight distance from Gangneung Airport (KAG) in Gangneung Airport, South Korea to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 10,274 kilometers (6,384 miles / 5,548 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west at a heading of 270°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 00:52 in Gangneung Airport, it's 18:52 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 5,295 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Gangneung Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Gangneung Airport (KAG) follows a heading of 52° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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