The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Wittenoom Airport (WIT) in Wittenoom Airport, Australia is 9,069 kilometers (5,635 miles / 4,897 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east southeast at a heading of 112°.

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 Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:37 in Nairobi, it's 00:37 in Wittenoom Airport. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,886 feet between the two airports. Wittenoom 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 Wittenoom Airport (WIT) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 272° (west). 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 Wittenoom Airport (WIT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.