Airport Comparison
| NBO | SLK | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jomo Kenyatta International Airport | Adirondack Regional Airport |
| IATA Code | NBO | SLK |
| ICAO Code | HKJK | KSLK |
| City | Nairobi | Saranac Lake |
| Country | Kenya | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 5,330 ft | 1,663 ft |
| Coordinates | -1.320000, 36.930000 | 44.390000, -74.210000 |
Nairobi (NBO) to Saranac Lake (SLK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Adirondack Regional Airport (SLK) in Saranac Lake, United States is 11,774 kilometers (7,316 miles / 6,358 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northwest at a heading of 316°.
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 18:14 in Nairobi, it's 10:14 in Saranac Lake. 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 3,667 feet between the two airports. Adirondack Regional 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 Saranac Lake (SLK) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 76° (east 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 Adirondack Regional Airport (SLK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.