Airport Comparison
| BOS | MES | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport | Soewondo Air Force Base |
| IATA Code | BOS | MES |
| ICAO Code | KBOS | WIMK |
| City | Boston | Medan |
| Country | United States | Indonesia |
| Timezone | America/New_York | Asia/Jakarta |
| Elevation | 19 ft | 114 ft |
| Coordinates | 42.360000, -71.010000 | 3.560000, 98.670000 |
Boston (BOS) to Medan (MES) Flight Distance
The flight distance from General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport (BOS) in Boston, United States to Soewondo Air Force Base (MES) in Medan, Indonesia is 14,804 kilometers (9,199 miles / 7,994 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northeast at a heading of 14°.
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 Indonesia. 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 06:19 in Boston, it's 18:19 in Medan. With a 12-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Medan (MES) to Boston (BOS) follows a heading of 350° (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 General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport (BOS) and Soewondo Air Force Base (MES) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.