The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Puerto Obaldia Airport (PUE) in Puerto Obaldia, Panama is 12,717 kilometers (7,902 miles / 6,866 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west at a heading of 279°.

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 Panama. 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 10:55 in Nairobi, it's 02:55 in Puerto Obaldia. With a 8-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 5,107 feet between the two airports. Puerto Obaldia 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 Puerto Obaldia (PUE) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 87° (east). 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 Puerto Obaldia Airport (PUE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.