The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Olyokminsk Airport (OLZ) in Olyokminsk, Russia is 9,781 kilometers (6,078 miles / 5,281 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northeast at a heading of 29°.

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 Russia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:05 in Nairobi, it's 02:05 in Olyokminsk. 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 4,674 feet between the two airports. Olyokminsk Airport sits lower than Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Olyokminsk (OLZ) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 264° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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