Airport Comparison
Nairobi (NBO) to South Lake Tahoe (TVL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Lake Tahoe Airport (TVL) in South Lake Tahoe, United States is 15,225 kilometers (9,460 miles / 8,221 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north northwest at a heading of 333°.
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 17:34 in Nairobi, it's 06:34 in South Lake Tahoe. 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.
The return flight from South Lake Tahoe (TVL) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 35° (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 Lake Tahoe Airport (TVL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.