The flight distance from Buka Airport (BUA) in Buka Island, Papua New Guinea to Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) in Las Vegas, United States is 10,378 kilometers (6,449 miles / 5,604 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northeast at a heading of 54°.

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 Papua New Guinea with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:06 in Buka Island, it's 02:06 in Las Vegas. With a 18-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 2,170 feet between the two airports. Harry Reid International Airport sits higher than Buka Airport.

The return flight from Las Vegas (LAS) to Buka Island (BUA) follows a heading of 266° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Buka Airport (BUA) and Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.