Airport Comparison
Amman (AMM) to Nadzab (LAE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) in Amman, Jordan to Lae Nadzab Airport (LAE) in Nadzab, Papua New Guinea is 12,350 kilometers (7,674 miles / 6,668 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east at a heading of 85°.
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 Papua New Guinea. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 11:47 in Amman, it's 18:47 in Nadzab. With a 7-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 2,156 feet between the two airports. Lae Nadzab Airport sits lower than Queen Alia International Airport.
The return flight from Nadzab (LAE) to Amman (AMM) follows a heading of 302° (west northwest). 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 Lae Nadzab Airport (LAE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.