The flight distance from Mount Vernon Airport (MVN) in Mount Vernon, United States to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya is 13,146 kilometers (8,169 miles / 7,098 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east northeast at a heading of 67°.

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 16:38 in Mount Vernon, it's 01:38 in Nairobi. With a 9-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 4,850 feet between the two airports. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport sits higher than Mount Vernon Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Nairobi (NBO) to Mount Vernon (MVN) follows a heading of 314° (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 Mount Vernon Airport (MVN) and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.