EWR
Newark
United States
11,256 km
6,994 miles
KNM
Kaniama
DR Congo
Distance
11,256 km
6,994 mi / 6,078 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/New_York
Heading
90°
east

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EWR KNM
Airport Name Newark Liberty International Airport Kaniama Airport
IATA Code EWR KNM
ICAO Code KEWR FZTK
City Newark Kaniama
Country United States DR Congo
Timezone America/New_York Africa/Lubumbashi
Elevation 17 ft 2,772 ft
Coordinates 40.690000, -74.170000 -7.580000, 24.150000

Newark (EWR) to Kaniama (KNM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) in Newark, United States to Kaniama Airport (KNM) in Kaniama, DR Congo is 11,256 kilometers (6,994 miles / 6,078 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east at a heading of 90°.

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 DR Congo. 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 05:24 in Newark, it's 12:24 in Kaniama. With a 7-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 2,755 feet between the two airports. Kaniama Airport sits higher than Newark Liberty International Airport.

The return flight from Kaniama (KNM) to Newark (EWR) follows a heading of 310° (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 Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Kaniama Airport (KNM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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