The flight distance from El Lencero Airport (JAL) in Xalapa, Mexico to Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) in Bucharest, Romania is 10,843 kilometers (6,738 miles / 5,855 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northeast at a heading of 37°.

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 Mexico with Romania. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:28 in Xalapa, it's 12:28 in Bucharest. With a 8-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 2,813 feet between the two airports. Henri Coanda International Airport sits lower than El Lencero Airport.

The return flight from Bucharest (OTP) to Xalapa (JAL) follows a heading of 307° (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 El Lencero Airport (JAL) and Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.