The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Pilot Point Airport (PIP) in Pilot Point, United States is 13,629 kilometers (8,469 miles / 7,359 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north at a heading of 9°.

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 16:52 in Nairobi, it's 04:52 in Pilot Point. With a 12-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 5,273 feet between the two airports. Pilot Point 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 Pilot Point (PIP) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 343° (north 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 Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) and Pilot Point Airport (PIP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.