Airport Comparison
| NBO | UTO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jomo Kenyatta International Airport | Indian Mountain Lrrs Airport |
| IATA Code | NBO | UTO |
| ICAO Code | HKJK | PAIM |
| City | Nairobi | Utopia Creek |
| Country | Kenya | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi | America/Anchorage |
| Elevation | 5,330 ft | 1,261 ft |
| Coordinates | -1.320000, 36.930000 | 65.990000, -153.700000 |
Nairobi (NBO) to Utopia Creek (UTO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Indian Mountain Lrrs Airport (UTO) in Utopia Creek, United States is 12,775 kilometers (7,938 miles / 6,898 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north at a heading of 5°.
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 15:01 in Nairobi, it's 03:01 in Utopia Creek. 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 4,069 feet between the two airports. Indian Mountain Lrrs 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 Utopia Creek (UTO) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 348° (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 Indian Mountain Lrrs Airport (UTO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.