The flight distance from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) in Taipei, Taiwan to Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) in Nairobi, Kenya is 9,508 kilometers (5,908 miles / 5,134 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west at a heading of 266°.

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 Taiwan with Kenya. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:31 in Taipei, it's 21:31 in Nairobi. 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 5,430 feet between the two airports. Nairobi Wilson Airport sits higher than Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Nairobi (WIL) to Taipei (TPE) follows a heading of 65° (east 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 Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.