Distance from Los Angeles to Nairobi
15,544 km (9,659 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies
15,544 km
Kilometers
9,659 miles
Miles
~18h 47m
Est. Flight
11h
Time Difference
Los Angeles
USANairobi
KenyaLos Angeles and Nairobi are separated by over 16000 kilometers — roughly the distance of flying across multiple continents.
Los Angeles is known for Hollywood and Venice Beach, while Nairobi is famous for Nairobi National Park and Safari tourism.
In terms of city area, Los Angeles is 1.9x larger than Nairobi. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.
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Open Map ComparisonFrequently Asked Questions
How far is Los Angeles from Nairobi?
The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Los Angeles to Nairobi is 15,544 km (9,659 miles).
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Nairobi?
A direct flight would take approximately 18h 47m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.
Is Los Angeles bigger than Nairobi?
Los Angeles is larger at 1,302 km², compared to 696 km².