The flight distance from Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport (FLL) in Fort Lauderdale, United States to Yinchuan Helanshan Airport (YEH) in Yinchuan, China is 12,809 kilometers (7,959 miles / 6,916 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north at a heading of 355°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 01:35 in Fort Lauderdale, it's 14:35 in Yinchuan. With a 13-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 1,084 feet between the two airports. Yinchuan Helanshan Airport sits higher than Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport.

The return flight from Yinchuan (YEH) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL) follows a heading of 6° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and Yinchuan Helanshan Airport (YEH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.