The flight distance from Gewayentana Airport (LKA) in Larantuka-Flores Island, Indonesia to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 9,552 kilometers (5,935 miles / 5,158 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west at a heading of 269°.

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 Indonesia 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 00:28 in Larantuka-Flores Island, it's 19:28 in Nairobi. 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 5,273 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Gewayentana Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Larantuka-Flores Island (LKA) follows a heading of 98° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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