The flight distance from Edwards Afb Airport (EDW) in Edwards, United States to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) in Lisbon, Portugal is 9,029 kilometers (5,611 miles / 4,875 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 48°.

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 Portugal. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:43 in Edwards, it's 12:43 in Lisbon. With a 8-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 1,937 feet between the two airports. Lisbon Portela Airport sits lower than Edwards Afb Airport.

The return flight from Lisbon (LIS) 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 Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.