Airport Comparison
| AUH | SMU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Abu Dhabi International Airport | Sheep Mountain Airport |
| IATA Code | AUH | SMU |
| ICAO Code | OMAA | PASP |
| City | Abu Dhabi | Sheep Mountain |
| Country | United Arab Emirates | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Dubai | America/Anchorage |
| Elevation | 88 ft | 2,750 ft |
| Coordinates | 24.430000, 54.650000 | 61.810000, -147.510000 |
Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Sheep Mountain (SMU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates to Sheep Mountain Airport (SMU) in Sheep Mountain, United States is 10,223 kilometers (6,352 miles / 5,520 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north at a heading of 10°.
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 United Arab Emirates 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 10:11 in Abu Dhabi, it's 21:11 in Sheep Mountain. With a 13-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 2,662 feet between the two airports. Sheep Mountain Airport sits higher than Abu Dhabi International Airport.
The return flight from Sheep Mountain (SMU) to Abu Dhabi (AUH) follows a heading of 340° (north 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 Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) and Sheep Mountain Airport (SMU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.