The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Rankin Inlet Airport (YRT) in Rankin Inlet, Canada is 12,004 kilometers (7,459 miles / 6,482 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, 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 Canada. 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 12:13 in Nairobi, it's 03:13 in Rankin Inlet. With a 9-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 5,236 feet between the two airports. Rankin Inlet 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 Rankin Inlet (YRT) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 55° (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 Rankin Inlet Airport (YRT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.