The flight distance from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) in Newark, United States to Lumi Airport (LMI) in Lumi, Papua New Guinea is 14,518 kilometers (9,021 miles / 7,839 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying northwest at a heading of 309°.

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 Papua New Guinea. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:28 in Newark, it's 03:28 in Lumi. With a 15-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 1,733 feet between the two airports. Lumi Airport sits higher than Newark Liberty International Airport.

The return flight from Lumi (LMI) to Newark (EWR) follows a heading of 36° (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 Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Lumi Airport (LMI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.