DXB
Dubai
United Arab Emirates
5,144 km
3,196 miles
NLA
Ndola
Zambia
Distance
5,144 km
3,196 mi / 2,778 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
217°
southwest

Airport Comparison

DXB NLA
Airport Name Dubai International Airport Ndola Airport
IATA Code DXB NLA
ICAO Code OMDB FLND
City Dubai Ndola
Country United Arab Emirates Zambia
Timezone Asia/Dubai Africa/Lusaka
Elevation 34 ft 4,167 ft
Coordinates 25.250000, 55.360000 -13.000000, 28.660000

Dubai (DXB) to Ndola (NLA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Dubai International Airport (DXB) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Ndola Airport (NLA) in Ndola, Zambia is 5,144 kilometers (3,196 miles / 2,778 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying southwest at a heading of 217°.

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 14:25 in Dubai, it's 12:25 in Ndola.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,133 feet between the two airports. Ndola Airport sits higher than Dubai International Airport.

The return flight from Ndola (NLA) to Dubai (DXB) follows a heading of 34° (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 Ndola Airport (NLA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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