Airport Comparison
| NBO | ROF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jomo Kenyatta International Airport | Montague-Yreka Rohrer Field |
| IATA Code | NBO | ROF |
| ICAO Code | HKJK | K1O5 |
| City | Nairobi | Montague |
| Country | Kenya | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 5,330 ft | 2,527 ft |
| Coordinates | -1.320000, 36.930000 | 41.730000, -122.540000 |
Nairobi (NBO) to Montague (ROF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Montague-Yreka Rohrer Field (ROF) in Montague, United States is 15,074 kilometers (9,367 miles / 8,139 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north northwest at a heading of 338°.
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 13:23 in Nairobi, it's 02:23 in Montague. With a 11-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 2,803 feet between the two airports. Montague-Yreka Rohrer Field 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 Montague (ROF) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 30° (north northeast). 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 Montague-Yreka Rohrer Field (ROF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.