EWR
Newark
United States
8,521 km
5,295 miles
ZAR
Zaria
Nigeria
Distance
8,521 km
5,295 mi / 4,601 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/New_York
Heading
87°
east

Airport Comparison

EWR ZAR
Airport Name Newark Liberty International Airport Zaria Airport
IATA Code EWR ZAR
ICAO Code KEWR DNZA
City Newark Zaria
Country United States Nigeria
Timezone America/New_York Africa/Lagos
Elevation 17 ft 2,170 ft
Coordinates 40.690000, -74.170000 11.130000, 7.690000

Newark (EWR) to Zaria (ZAR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) in Newark, United States to Zaria Airport (ZAR) in Zaria, Nigeria is 8,521 kilometers (5,295 miles / 4,601 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east at a heading of 87°.

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 Nigeria. 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 05:03 in Newark, it's 11:03 in Zaria. With a 6-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 2,153 feet between the two airports. Zaria Airport sits higher than Newark Liberty International Airport.

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

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