The flight distance from Sam Ratulangi Airport (MDC) in Manado-Celebes Island, Indonesia to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 9,789 kilometers (6,083 miles / 5,286 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, 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 02:23 in Manado-Celebes Island, it's 21:23 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 5,066 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Sam Ratulangi Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Manado-Celebes Island (MDC) follows a heading of 88° (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 Sam Ratulangi Airport (MDC) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.