The flight distance from Edwards Afb Airport (EDW) in Edwards, United States to Quatro De Fevereiro Airport (LAD) in Luanda, Angola is 14,276 kilometers (8,871 miles / 7,709 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east northeast at a heading of 72°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 05:12 in Edwards, it's 14:12 in Luanda. With a 9-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 2,068 feet between the two airports. Quatro De Fevereiro Airport sits lower than Edwards Afb Airport.

The return flight from Luanda (LAD) to Edwards (EDW) follows a heading of 308° (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 Edwards Afb Airport (EDW) and Quatro De Fevereiro Airport (LAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.