AMM
Amman
Jordan
11,017 km
6,845 miles
CHL
Challis
United States
Distance
11,017 km
6,845 mi / 5,948 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-10h
Asia/Amman
Heading
339°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

AMM CHL
Airport Name Queen Alia International Airport Challis Airport
IATA Code AMM CHL
ICAO Code OJAI KLLJ
City Amman Challis
Country Jordan United States
Timezone Asia/Amman America/Boise
Elevation 2,395 ft 5,076 ft
Coordinates 31.720000, 35.990000 44.520000, -114.220000

Amman (AMM) to Challis (CHL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) in Amman, Jordan to Challis Airport (CHL) in Challis, United States is 11,017 kilometers (6,845 miles / 5,948 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northwest at a heading of 339°.

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 Jordan with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:47 in Amman, it's 07:47 in Challis. With a 10-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 2,681 feet between the two airports. Challis Airport sits higher than Queen Alia International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Challis (CHL) to Amman (AMM) follows a heading of 25° (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 Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) and Challis Airport (CHL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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