DXB
Dubai
United Arab Emirates
13,362 km
8,303 miles
SAD
Safford
United States
Distance
13,362 km
8,303 mi / 7,215 nm
Est. Flight Time
17h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-11h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
345°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

DXB SAD
Airport Name Dubai International Airport Safford Regional Airport
IATA Code DXB SAD
ICAO Code OMDB KSAD
City Dubai Safford
Country United Arab Emirates United States
Timezone Asia/Dubai America/Phoenix
Elevation 34 ft 3,178 ft
Coordinates 25.250000, 55.360000 32.850000, -109.640000

Dubai (DXB) to Safford (SAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Dubai International Airport (DXB) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Safford Regional Airport (SAD) in Safford, United States is 13,362 kilometers (8,303 miles / 7,215 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northwest at a heading of 345°.

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 Arab Emirates with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:10 in Dubai, it's 03:10 in Safford. With a 11-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 3,144 feet between the two airports. Safford Regional Airport sits higher than Dubai International Airport.

The return flight from Safford (SAD) to Dubai (DXB) follows a heading of 16° (north 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 Safford Regional Airport (SAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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