AUH
Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates
6,680 km
4,151 miles
NKU
Nkaus
Lesotho
Distance
6,680 km
4,151 mi / 3,607 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
206°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

AUH NKU
Airport Name Abu Dhabi International Airport Nkaus Airport
IATA Code AUH NKU
ICAO Code OMAA FXNK
City Abu Dhabi Nkaus
Country United Arab Emirates Lesotho
Timezone Asia/Dubai Africa/Maseru
Elevation 88 ft 5,621 ft
Coordinates 24.430000, 54.650000 -30.020000, 28.200000

Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Nkaus (NKU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates to Nkaus Airport (NKU) in Nkaus, Lesotho is 6,680 kilometers (4,151 miles / 3,607 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 Lesotho. 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 06:58 in Abu Dhabi, it's 04:58 in Nkaus.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,533 feet between the two airports. Nkaus Airport sits higher than Abu Dhabi International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Nkaus (NKU) to Abu Dhabi (AUH) follows a heading of 28° (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 Nkaus Airport (NKU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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