Airport Comparison
Nairobi (NBO) to Port Heiden (PTH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Port Heiden Airport (PTH) in Port Heiden, United States is 13,675 kilometers (8,497 miles / 7,384 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north at a heading of 10°.
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 17:51 in Nairobi, it's 05:51 in Port Heiden. 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 5,235 feet between the two airports. Port Heiden 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 Port Heiden (PTH) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 341° (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 Port Heiden Airport (PTH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.