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Distance from Miami to Nairobi

12,760 km (7,929 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies

12,760 km

Kilometers

7,929 miles

Miles

~15h 31m

Est. Flight

8h

Time Difference

Miami

USA
Area: 143 km²
Population: 0.44M
Timezone: UTC-5
Elevation: 2m

Nairobi

Kenya
Area: 696 km²
Population: 4.73M
Timezone: UTC+3
Elevation: 1661m

Miami and Nairobi are separated by over 13000 kilometers — roughly the distance of flying across an entire ocean.

Miami is known for South Beach and Art Deco Historic District, while Nairobi is famous for Nairobi National Park and Safari tourism.

In terms of city area, Nairobi is 4.9x larger than Miami. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Miami from Nairobi?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Miami to Nairobi is 12,760 km (7,929 miles).

How long is the flight from Miami to Nairobi?

A direct flight would take approximately 15h 31m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.

Is Miami bigger than Nairobi?

Nairobi is larger at 696 km², compared to 143 km².

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