The flight distance from Manda Airstrip (LAU) in Lamu, Kenya to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) in Taipei, Taiwan is 9,141 kilometers (5,680 miles / 4,936 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east northeast at a heading of 64°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 22:57 in Lamu, it's 03:57 in Taipei. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Taipei (TPE) to Lamu (LAU) follows a heading of 264° (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 Manda Airstrip (LAU) and Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.