MTJ
Montrose
United States
14,547 km
9,039 miles
NBO
Nairobi
Kenya
Distance
14,547 km
9,039 mi / 7,855 nm
Est. Flight Time
18h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+10h
America/Denver
Heading
50°
northeast

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MTJ NBO
Airport Name Montrose Regional Airport Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
IATA Code MTJ NBO
ICAO Code KMTJ HKJK
City Montrose Nairobi
Country United States Kenya
Timezone America/Denver Africa/Nairobi
Elevation 5,759 ft 5,330 ft
Coordinates 38.510000, -107.890000 -1.320000, 36.930000

Montrose (MTJ) to Nairobi (NBO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ) in Montrose, United States to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 14,547 kilometers (9,039 miles / 7,855 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying northeast at a heading of 50°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 08:19 in Montrose, it's 18:19 in Nairobi. With a 10-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Montrose (MTJ) follows a heading of 323° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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