The flight distance from Mara Serena Lodge Airstrip (MRE) in Masai Mara, Kenya to Tampa International Airport (TPA) in Tampa, United States is 12,767 kilometers (7,933 miles / 6,894 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west northwest at a heading of 300°.

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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:26 in Masai Mara, it's 03:26 in Tampa. With a 8-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 5,174 feet between the two airports. Tampa International Airport sits lower than Mara Serena Lodge Airstrip. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Tampa (TPA) to Masai Mara (MRE) follows a heading of 78° (east 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 Mara Serena Lodge Airstrip (MRE) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.