The flight distance from Kabwum (KBM) in Kabwum, Papua New Guinea to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) in Lagos, Nigeria is 16,023 kilometers (9,956 miles / 8,652 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying west at a heading of 273°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 03:02 in Kabwum, it's 18:02 in Lagos. With a 9-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 4,315 feet between the two airports. Murtala Muhammed International Airport sits lower than Kabwum.

The return flight from Lagos (LOS) to Kabwum (KBM) follows a heading of 91° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Kabwum (KBM) and Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.