EWR
Newark
United States
7,698 km
4,783 miles
XLU
Leo
Burkina Faso
Distance
7,698 km
4,783 mi / 4,157 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
93°
east

Airport Comparison

EWR XLU
Airport Name Newark Liberty International Airport Leo Airport
IATA Code EWR XLU
ICAO Code KEWR DFCL
City Newark Leo
Country United States Burkina Faso
Timezone America/New_York Africa/Ouagadougou
Elevation 17 ft 1,181 ft
Coordinates 40.690000, -74.170000 11.100000, -2.100000

Newark (EWR) to Leo (XLU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) in Newark, United States to Leo Airport (XLU) in Leo, Burkina Faso is 7,698 kilometers (4,783 miles / 4,157 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east at a heading of 93°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with Burkina Faso. 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 12:48 in Newark, it's 17:48 in Leo. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,164 feet between the two airports. Leo Airport sits higher than Newark Liberty International Airport.

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

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