Miami (MIA) to Nairobi (NBO)

Flight Distance & Air Miles

✈️ 7,942

miles

12,781

kilometers

6,901

nautical miles

🕐 15h 38m

Flight Time

🧭 E (79°)

Direction

🌍 +8h

Time Difference

💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn

Airline	Base Miles	Elite Bonus	Elite Total
🇺🇸 American Airlines AAdvantage	7,942	+4,765	12,707 Platinum
🔺 Delta Air Lines SkyMiles	7,942	+4,765	12,707 Gold Medallion
⭐ United Airlines MileagePlus	7,942	+3,971	11,913 Premier Gold
❤️ Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards	7,942	+3,971	11,913 A-List Preferred
🏔️ Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan	7,942	+7,942	15,884 MVP Gold
🔵 JetBlue Airways TrueBlue	7,942	+3,971	11,913 Mosaic

* Elite bonus miles shown for mid-tier status. Actual miles earned depend on your fare class and elite status level.

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💡 Did You Know?

This international flight from United States to Kenya requires a valid passport. Remember to check visa requirements before traveling!

✈️ Flight Details

The MIA to NBO route connects Miami, United States with Nairobi, Kenya. This long-haul flight covers 7,942 miles and typically uses wide-body aircraft like Boeing 777 or Airbus A350.

This international flight crosses from United States to Kenya. Remember to check passport and visa requirements. The flight follows a E bearing of 79° from Miami. There is a 8 hour time difference between the airports.

🛫 About MIA

Miami International Airport

Miami International Airport (MIA) serves Miami, United States.

🛬 About NBO

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) serves Nairobi, Kenya.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

The flight distance from Miami International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is 7,942 miles (12,781 kilometers). This is the great circle distance - the shortest path between the two airports.

Direct flights from MIA to NBO typically take around 15h 38m. Return flights may vary slightly due to prevailing winds.

You'll earn approximately 7,942 base miles on most airline loyalty programs. Elite status members earn bonus miles on top of this base amount.

Multiple airlines typically operate this route. Check with major carriers including American, Delta, United, and other airlines that serve these airports.