AMM
Amman
Jordan
5,212 km
3,239 miles
LXA
Lhasa
China
Distance
5,212 km
3,239 mi / 2,814 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Asia/Amman
Heading
78°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

AMM LXA
Airport Name Queen Alia International Airport Lhasa Gonggar Airport
IATA Code AMM LXA
ICAO Code OJAI ZULS
City Amman Lhasa
Country Jordan China
Timezone Asia/Amman Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 2,395 ft 13,136 ft
Coordinates 31.720000, 35.990000 29.300000, 90.910000

Amman (AMM) to Lhasa (LXA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) in Amman, Jordan to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA) in Lhasa, China is 5,212 kilometers (3,239 miles / 2,814 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east northeast at a heading of 78°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Jordan with China. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:36 in Amman, it's 03:36 in Lhasa. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 10,741 feet between the two airports. Lhasa Gonggar 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 Lhasa (LXA) to Amman (AMM) follows a heading of 287° (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 Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

Calculate Flight Time Between Airports

Use our flight time calculator to find distances and estimated flight travel times between cities. Calculate flight duration for any airport pair worldwide.