The flight distance from Maria Dolores Airport (LSQ) in Los Angeles, Chile to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 11,613 kilometers (7,216 miles / 6,270 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east southeast at a heading of 103°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 13:44 in Los Angeles, it's 19:44 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 4,956 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Maria Dolores Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Los Angeles (LSQ) follows a heading of 231° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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