Airport Comparison
| BAN | FLL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Basongo Airport | Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport |
| IATA Code | BAN | FLL |
| ICAO Code | FZVR | KFLL |
| City | Basongo | Fort Lauderdale |
| Country | DR Congo | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Lubumbashi | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 1,640 ft | 65 ft |
| Coordinates | -4.320000, 20.430000 | 26.070000, -80.150000 |
Basongo (BAN) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Basongo Airport (BAN) in Basongo, DR Congo to Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport (FLL) in Fort Lauderdale, United States is 11,275 kilometers (7,006 miles / 6,088 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west northwest at a heading of 296°.
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 DR Congo with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 19:35 in Basongo, it's 12:35 in Fort Lauderdale. 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 1,575 feet between the two airports. Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport sits lower than Basongo Airport.
The return flight from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Basongo (BAN) follows a heading of 89° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Basongo Airport (BAN) and Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport (FLL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.