AUH
Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates
6,469 km
4,019 miles
LAY
Ladysmith
South Africa
Distance
6,469 km
4,019 mi / 3,493 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
206°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

AUH LAY
Airport Name Abu Dhabi International Airport Ladysmith Airport
IATA Code AUH LAY
ICAO Code OMAA FALY
City Abu Dhabi Ladysmith
Country United Arab Emirates South Africa
Timezone Asia/Dubai Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 88 ft 3,548 ft
Coordinates 24.430000, 54.650000 -28.580000, 29.750000

Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Ladysmith (LAY) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates to Ladysmith Airport (LAY) in Ladysmith, South Africa is 6,469 kilometers (4,019 miles / 3,493 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying south southwest at a heading of 206°.

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 United Arab Emirates with South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:55 in Abu Dhabi, it's 19:55 in Ladysmith.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,460 feet between the two airports. Ladysmith Airport sits higher than Abu Dhabi International Airport.

The return flight from Ladysmith (LAY) to Abu Dhabi (AUH) follows a heading of 27° (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 Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) and Ladysmith Airport (LAY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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