DXB
Dubai
United Arab Emirates
9,524 km
5,918 miles
SYA
Shemya
United States
Distance
9,524 km
5,918 mi / 5,143 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-14h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
32°
north northeast

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DXB SYA
Airport Name Dubai International Airport Eareckson Air Station
IATA Code DXB SYA
ICAO Code OMDB PASY
City Dubai Shemya
Country United Arab Emirates United States
Timezone Asia/Dubai America/Adak
Elevation 34 ft 98 ft
Coordinates 25.250000, 55.360000 52.700000, 174.100000

Dubai (DXB) to Shemya (SYA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Dubai International Airport (DXB) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Eareckson Air Station (SYA) in Shemya, United States is 9,524 kilometers (5,918 miles / 5,143 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northeast at a heading of 32°.

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 20:08 in Dubai, it's 06:08 in Shemya. With a 14-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Shemya (SYA) to Dubai (DXB) follows a heading of 307° (northwest). 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 Eareckson Air Station (SYA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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