DXB
Dubai
United Arab Emirates
5,614 km
3,488 miles
LXU
Lukulu
Zambia
Distance
5,614 km
3,488 mi / 3,031 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
222°
southwest

Airport Comparison

DXB LXU
Airport Name Dubai International Airport Lukulu Airport
IATA Code DXB LXU
ICAO Code OMDB FLLK
City Dubai Lukulu
Country United Arab Emirates Zambia
Timezone Asia/Dubai Africa/Lusaka
Elevation 34 ft 3,480 ft
Coordinates 25.250000, 55.360000 -14.370000, 23.250000

Dubai (DXB) to Lukulu (LXU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Dubai International Airport (DXB) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Lukulu Airport (LXU) in Lukulu, Zambia is 5,614 kilometers (3,488 miles / 3,031 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying southwest at a heading of 222°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United Arab Emirates with Zambia. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:58 in Dubai, it's 18:58 in Lukulu.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,446 feet between the two airports. Lukulu Airport sits higher than Dubai International Airport.

The return flight from Lukulu (LXU) to Dubai (DXB) follows a heading of 39° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Lukulu Airport (LXU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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