The flight distance from Nashville International Airport (BNA) in Nashville, United States to Lincang Airport (LNJ) in Lincang, China is 13,322 kilometers (8,278 miles / 7,193 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north at a heading of 353°.

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 States with China. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:54 in Nashville, it's 22:54 in Lincang. With a 14-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 5,528 feet between the two airports. Lincang Airport sits higher than Nashville International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Lincang (LNJ) to Nashville (BNA) follows a heading of 6° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Nashville International Airport (BNA) and Lincang Airport (LNJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.