DXB
Dubai
United Arab Emirates
4,616 km
2,868 miles
PLF
Pala
Chad
Distance
4,616 km
2,868 mi / 2,493 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
255°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

DXB PLF
Airport Name Dubai International Airport Pala Airport
IATA Code DXB PLF
ICAO Code OMDB FTTP
City Dubai Pala
Country United Arab Emirates Chad
Timezone Asia/Dubai Africa/Ndjamena
Elevation 34 ft 1,532 ft
Coordinates 25.250000, 55.360000 9.380000, 14.930000

Dubai (DXB) to Pala (PLF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Dubai International Airport (DXB) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Pala Airport (PLF) in Pala, Chad is 4,616 kilometers (2,868 miles / 2,493 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west southwest at a heading of 255°.

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 Chad. 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 19:23 in Dubai, it's 16:23 in Pala. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,498 feet between the two airports. Pala Airport sits higher than Dubai International Airport.

The return flight from Pala (PLF) to Dubai (DXB) follows a heading of 62° (east 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 Pala Airport (PLF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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