The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya to Port Hardy Airport (YZT) in Port Hardy, Canada is 14,331 kilometers (8,905 miles / 7,738 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northwest at a heading of 347°.

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 15:22 in Nairobi, it's 04:22 in Port Hardy. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,259 feet between the two airports. Port Hardy 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 Port Hardy (YZT) to Nairobi (NBO) follows a heading of 20° (north 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 Port Hardy Airport (YZT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.